Thibaut Cernay
Bihorel
Summary
Accomplished Supply Chain professional with a proven track record at MSD (Merck & Co.), enhancing supply chain efficiency and securing cost savings. Expert in project management and Lean initiatives, adept at optimizing processes and improving supplier performance. Skilled in SAP and adept at fostering continuous improvement, consistently exceeding service level targets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
MSD (Merck & Co.)
Igoville, France
2023.01 - Current
- Managed direct (packaging) and indirect purchases covering an annual scope of €20M.
- Concretized cost-saving opportunities, achieving 350 k€ in 2023.
- Partnered with manufacturing teams to maintain consistent supply of resources.
- Developed sourcing strategies and continuously evaluated supplier performance.
Supply Chain Planner
MSD (Merck & Co.)
Igoville
2018.10 - 2022.12
- Coordinated short and medium-term production planning, ensuring service rates exceeded 98%.
- Supervised supply chain management aligning with production forecasts and constraints.
- Achieved a 10% reduction in production timelines via Lean project management.
Supply Chain Customer Service Representative
Ferrero
Mont-Saint-Aignan
2018.02 - 2018.09
- Managed supply chain operations for major retail clients.
- Conducted client performance analysis, reducing logistical penalties by 20%.
- Optimized supply chain to enhance delivery timelines.
Upstream Flow Supervisor
Schneider Electric
Le Vaudreuil
2017.01 - 2018.01
- Managed suppliers and oversaw forecasts.
- Directed upstream flow optimization projects with measurable performance gains.
- Optimized inventory management.
Supply Chain Project Manager
Schneider Electric
Beaumont-le-Roger
2015.09 - 2016.11
- Reduced inventory by 12% through identifying root causes.
- Implemented SAP EDI to automate orders and enhance process reliability.
- Reduced internal delays by 8% through optimization of physical processes.
Logistics Trainee in Freight Industry
Fracht Australia
Melbourne
2015.01 - 2015.07
- Managed international transportation operations for import/export clients.
- Oversaw stock levels within 3PL services.
Education
Master of Science - Global Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing
KEDGE Business School
Bordeaux, 33Bachelor in Business Administration - Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
NEOMA Business School
Rouen, 76Skills
- Project Management
- Execution of Lean Animation Strategies
- Strategic Sourcing
- Risk mitigation
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Supplier Relationship Management
Hobbies and Interests
- Badminton
- Travels : Europe, Vietnam, China, Australia
- Skiing
Languages
- French, Mother Tongue
- Anglais, Full Professional
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/24/91
- Driving License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
MSD (Merck & Co.)
2023.01 - Current
Supply Chain Planner
MSD (Merck & Co.)
2018.10 - 2022.12
Supply Chain Customer Service Representative
Ferrero
2018.02 - 2018.09
Upstream Flow Supervisor
Schneider Electric
2017.01 - 2018.01
Supply Chain Project Manager
Schneider Electric
2015.09 - 2016.11
Logistics Trainee in Freight Industry
Fracht Australia
2015.01 - 2015.07
Master of Science - Global Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing
KEDGE Business School
Bachelor in Business Administration - Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
NEOMA Business School