Michael Apara
Supply Chain Professional
Eindhoven
Summary
Organized and results-oriented supply chain professional that excels at seeing big picture and creating plans to achieve business objectives. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights and implementing proactive solutions to deliver cost-effective and timely results. Possesses strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
HiNA EUV Planner
Imec/ASML
Eindhoven, Netherland
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Spearheaded change management initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
- Presented progress reports regularly to senior management during project updates meetings.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Achieved on-time completion of projects with diligent scheduling and resource management.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires within the Planning department, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
Supply chain planner
AME
Eindhoven, Netherland
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Maintain the Master Production Schedule
- Production Orders processing and release
- Material requirements planning; varying from complex for electronics manufacturing and straightforward for other work centres
- Updating BOM with alternative components
- Align the committed delivery schedule with Manufacturing, Sales and other internal stakeholders
- Set and re-evaluate scheduling priorities and batch sizes
- Initiate supply chain process improvements where possible
- Acting as back up in the absence of the other planners
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
- Teamed with sales and marketing teams to confirm that product availability meets customer demand.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
Production Planner
AGP Soliver
Roeselare, Belgium
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Identifying potential shortages and set priorities with all departments and stakeholders involved
- Created production forecasting plans utilizing Excel spreadsheet tools and input from production and management teams.
- Providing forecasts to the purchasing team to support the negotiations on new and/or existing components.
- Reviewing production schedules and supplier performance to mitigate potential capacity constraints
- Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
- Directed materials planning and team performance to support company initiatives and goals.
- Used SAP & Excel to monitor and record production resources for all facets of product planning, development, manufacturing and sales.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, resulting in increased productivity levels.
- Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management.
Global Inventory & Demand Planner
Estee Lauder
Oevel, Belgium
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintaining a good inventory to meet the continuous demand
- Collaborate with functional leads and cross functional teams on inventory optimization and targets
- Track business results and propose process improvements to provide optimal fulfillment methods.
- Monitor inventory deployment and strategic recommendations for expedited shipping
- Manage key performance indicators based on global fill rate & inventory optimization and cost reduction
- Stakeholder management.
Supply chain analyst/Project lead
Avery Dennison
Turnhout, Belgium
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed the internal logistics for the relocation of the medical adhesive operations from Belgium to Ireland
- Analysed and developed forecasts of raw materials and finished goods
- Responsible for the inventory build for business continuity
- Performed end-to-end Inventory management
- Proactively identified risks and monitored supply chain operations against KPIs
- Provided back up support for supply chain analysts to ensure business continuity
- Developed relationships with stakeholders across multiple locations and built an effective communications strategy
- Working in an ISO-13485 certified environment
- Ensured the transition proceeded with minor delays especially during the Covid-pandemic.
CEO/ Designer
Dubietas Clothing
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Turned interests in fashion into an online clothing company focused on creating modern afro pop culture attire
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Led the business operations from design to distribution which involved creating innovative designs
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new markets and devising targeted expansion strategies.
- Presenting brand to investors and developing an optimal supply chain process
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Cultivated relationships with local suppliers, tailors and customers
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Halted operations in 2020 due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supply chain analyst
Toyota
Diest, Belgium
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Analysed & optimized the supply flow to ensure on time delivery of parts and accessories to dealerships and global manufacturing warehouses
- Developed material flow simulation tools for planning & monitoring parts flow
- Supported and led continuous improvement projects following implementation
- Identified process improvements to address deviations within the forecast
- Worked with internal departments (Supply, Transport, Customer service) to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks
- Effectively managed suppliers and other stakeholders’ relationships.
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
Dublin Institute of Technology
Dublin, Ireland 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Transport Operations & Technology
Dublin Institute of Technology
Dublin, Ireland 04.2001 -
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Expertise
SAP, Microsoft office & Google sheet, AS 400/ MFG Pro, Presenting & Reporting, Hypan, KPI Management, Amadeus Altea, Planning, Sabre Aviation scheduling tool, Stakeholder management
Leisure
- Travelling locally and abroad
- Designing
- Spending time with family and friends
- Outdoor activities: Football & Tennis.
Residence
Eindhoven
Driver License
Yes
Availability
ASAP
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/22/94
- Nationality: Irish/Nigerian
Timeline
HiNA EUV Planner
Imec/ASML
08.2023 - Current
Supply chain planner
AME
01.2023 - 07.2023
Production Planner
AGP Soliver
08.2022 - 12.2022
Global Inventory & Demand Planner
Estee Lauder
12.2021 - 04.2022
Supply chain analyst/Project lead
Avery Dennison
04.2019 - 11.2021
CEO/ Designer
Dubietas Clothing
08.2018 - 05.2020
Supply chain analyst
Toyota
09.2017 - 11.2018
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
Dublin Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Transport Operations & Technology
Dublin Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
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