WMS Implementation.

Implemented ProAct WMS for a Retail Logistics Provider

Successfully implemented multi-user WMS implementation.
Created the definition of business needs to enable core modules to be adapted.
Full UAT including creation of test scripts for multiple client operations each with their own idiosyncrasies.
Managed test teams for the full test cycle Dev / Test / Fix / Test / Release.
Managed internal stakeholders and the supplier relationship.

Inbound Supply Chain Set-Up.

International Inbound Supply Solution for a Global Personal Care Manufacturer.

Designed and implemented a pan-European supply network for cosmetics produced at a new facility in the Far East.
Implemented a network of de-consolidation centres across Europe.
The incoterms were EXW to enable solid commercial management of all aspects of the service.

Set up Freight Control Towers for three major manufacturers.

Set up freight management, audit & expediting services from the same service centre.
Implemented customs and tax using deferment measures to improve cash flow.
Introduced inventory visibility & reporting.
Freight audit – reducing freight costs by 10-15%.
Bulk product audit – reduced billing errors by 7%
Container flow management – reduced demurrage and increased stock availability by c3 days.

Managed the transfer of existing multi-site operations into a green field, new build warehouse.

250,000 sq. ft. new-build facility.
9 live contracts were successfully transferred.
c250 staff recruited/transferred by a phased implementation.
Responsible for client relationships, ensuring project status and expectations were clearly communicated and managed.

Set-up Shipping Offices for a major food manufacturer.

Set up an export office following MBO of a division of a global food conglomerate.
Ergonomic design of office layout along with furniture and equipment.
Implemented processes to ensure all export orders were managed across multiple factories to strict timelines.
Ensured compliance with all legislation and requirements including Letter of Credit process and compliance with IBAP.
Liaised with HMRC to enable Local Export Control (LEC).
Negotiated with freight forwarders and shipping lines to implement shipping routes for go live.