Sayed Shehata
Cairo,
Summary
Professional Logistics Manager with 10+ years in senior management level offering 20+ years of extensive experience in supply chain & logistics management, international freight forwarding, inventory control, warehouse operations, managing talented team and implementing standardized procedures within Oil & Gas Industry.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Director
Modern Drilling Company
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Directed supply chain strategy, aligning operations with business objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes and reduce lead times.
- Led a team of 12 professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance oversight to achieve operational targets.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication, negotiation, and performance evaluations.
- Coordinated logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of materials to support project timelines.
Supply Chain Manager
Egyptian Chinese Drilling Company
10.2013 - 06.2024
- Streamlined procurement processes, enhancing supplier relationships and reducing lead times.
- Provided supply chain guidance to a team of 30 staff members tasked with handling warehouse, inventory, purchasing, logistics, free zone, and invoices.
- Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and minimizing excess.
- Reduced inventory levels by 10% and improved supply chain visibility using strategic initiatives.
- Optimized warehouse operations, resulting in improved order fulfillment rates and reduced order processing time.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate order processing and delivery.
- Managed end-to-end logistics operations, improving on-time delivery from 82% to 95% through optimized documentation and shipment coordination.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
- Led implementation of new supply chain management software, enhancing operational efficiency and data accuracy.
Logistics Controller
Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Managed logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
- Increased order fulfillment accuracy by developing a comprehensive tracking system.
- Developed and implemented logistics strategies to support project requirements.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing logistics projects, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyzed transportation routes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Logistics Section Head
Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
01.2007 - 05.2013
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize drilling operations and enhance project delivery timelines.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing policies regularly and updating procedures accordingly to maintain relevance and effectiveness.
- Managed logistics and transportation processes, optimizing routes for efficiency.
- Led initiatives to enhance compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.
- Coordinated international shipments by researching customs regulations and preparing necessary documentation.
Logistics Supervisor
Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
06.2005 - 12.2006
Logistics Senior Administrator
Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
06.2003 - 05.2005
Logistics Administrator
Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
04.2001 - 05.2003
Education
BBA - Commerce And Business Administration
Master of Science - Management of International Trade Logistics
Associate of Applied Business - Diploma in Procurement And Supply
Skills
- Supply chain efficiency
- Improved procurement processes
- Vendor relationship management
- Warehouse management
- Inventory optimization
- Compliance adherence
- Performance evaluation
- ERP system proficiency
- Safety regulations
- Inventory audits
Accomplishments
- Generated $1.2M (8%) revenue by conducting physical inventory of surplus parts.
- Slashed $780K (5.5%) by initiating a reduction project in company inventory levels from inactive spares.
- Achieved 45% cost reduction of annual purchase volume through effectively sourcing.
- Led the implementation process to effectively design/install ERP System (Microsoft Dynamics 365 AX & Oracle e-Business suite application)
- $45K (22.5%) saving in the annual shipping budget resulted from the freight charges negotiations and effective logistics structure.
- Successfully delivered the project of shipping 22 drilling & work over rigs from Italy, Algeria & USA to Egypt
- Successfully delivered the project of shipping 2 offshore Jackup rigs from Singapore & UAE to Qatar & Gabon
- Effective establishments of a procurement and logistics function startup in new overseas branches
Additional Information
- Decision-Making
- Dependable & Responsible
- Leadership & Team Motivation
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Conflict Resolution
- Performance Management
- Relationship Building
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Supply Chain Director - Modern Drilling Company
07.2024 - 10.2024
Supply Chain Manager - Egyptian Chinese Drilling Company
10.2013 - 06.2024
Logistics Controller - Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
06.2013 - 09.2013
Logistics Section Head - Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
01.2007 - 05.2013
Logistics Supervisor - Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
06.2005 - 12.2006
Logistics Senior Administrator - Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
06.2003 - 05.2005
Logistics Administrator - Egyptian Drilling Company, A.P Moller Group
04.2001 - 05.2003
Cairo University - BBA, Commerce And Business Administration
Arab Academy For Science, Technology&Maritime Transportation - Master of Science, Management of International Trade Logistics
Chartered Institute of Procurement And Supply (CIPS) - Associate of Applied Business, Diploma in Procurement And Supply
Personal Information
Birth Date: May 16th, 1977 (48 Years)
Joining Date: ASAP