Dhurba KC
Supply Chain Manger
Kinshasa,KN
Summary
Results-driven Supply chain professional with 12+ years of experience in purchasing machinery and raw materials for beverage manufacturing. Strong skills in logistics, customs clearance, and inventory management, with a focus on cost reduction and trade compliance. Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and increase revenue.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
Varun Beverages RDC SAS
09.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure timely availability of materials at the best possible cost.
- Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, price, reliability, and service.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure high performance and resolve any supply issues.
- Oversee the importation process to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
- Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure timely delivery of imported goods.
- Manage import documentation, including purchase orders, invoices, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
- Plan and manage logistics operations, including warehousing, inventory control, transportation, and distribution.
- Optimize logistics processes to reduce lead times and transportation costs.
- Track and monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
- Ensure compliance with all customs regulations and procedures for the clearance of containers.
- Work closely with customs brokers to manage the clearance process, including the submission of required documents and payment of duties and taxes.
- Resolve any customs-related issues promptly to avoid delays.
- Timely Custom clearance of container to avoid D&D.
- Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement and logistics professionals.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the team.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
Head of Supply Chain
Unique Beverages SA
02.2015 - 07.2024
- Strategically sourced new products while maintaining high levels of product quality assurance standards throughout global networks.
- Successfully managed complex projects involving multiple stakeholders across different regions around the world.
- Increased on-time delivery rates through effective communication and coordination among team members.
- Developed and maintained strong cross-functional relationships within overall organization.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, resulting in significant savings without compromising quality or service levels.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with industry experts and professional organizations to stay current on best practices and emerging trends, driving ongoing improvements.
- Hired, developed and led team of direct reports.
- Enhanced supply chain efficiency by implementing data-driven strategies and streamlining processes.
- Defined or refined KPIs signaling success for partners across quality, performance and cost-efficiency dimensions and drove improvements in target metrics.
- Managed all aspects of inventory control from demand planning to warehousing and distribution activities.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers for improved collaboration and procurement outcomes.
- Promoted sustainability within the supply chain by identifying eco-friendly alternatives for raw materials, packaging, and transportation methods.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain department.
- Reduced operational costs through the optimization of logistics and inventory management systems.
- Led efforts towards end-to-end visibility within the supply chain process using advanced analytics tools and techniques.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Monitored supplier performance for compliance with contract terms and quality standards.
- Collaborated with internal departments such as sales, finance, marketing, and production to align business goals with supply chain objectives.
- Consolidated supplier base while maintaining redundant sources of supply to reduce transit expenses and improve timely delivery.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
Export Manager
Punjab Riceland Pvt. Ltd.
04.2013 - 01.2015
- Develop and implement export strategies to maximize profits and minimize costs.
- Preparing Entire Export Documentation (Pre & Post Documents), Preparing Commercial Invoices & Packing List, Certificate of Origin, LC Documents, Preparing & Submitting BRC's, Etc.
- Establish and manage relationships with international partners, including distributors, agents and vendors.
- Monitor international regulations and compliance requirements.
- Negotiate shipping contracts and freight forwarding agreements.
- Liaise with customs authorities and other government bodies to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Develop and maintain export databases, records and reports.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer feedback.
- Address customer inquiries and complaints.
- Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize export operations.
- DGFT procedure for DFIA (Duty Free Import Authorization Certificate), Duty Draw -Back Scheme.
- Liaison with Bank for negotiating of bank documents and Export Payments.
- Sending Post Documents to customer after receipt of B/L.
- Communicating & follow up with Logistic agencies for required documentation.
- Tracking of Consignment till reaches to destination & Provide Information to Overseas Buyer.
- Drafting new export orders through E-mail and analyzes them to complete the shipping on time.
- Direct communicate with international buyers, service providers, logistic companies etc.
- Coordinating with the warehouse team for fast execution and delivery of consignments on or before expected date.
- Coordinated with FCL for the internal and external movement of containers.
- Follow up on all documentation with the Cargo agents - Pre & Post shipment.
- Keeping track of shipment orders and status.
- Prepared various import, export and supplier forms for customs submittal.
- Coordinated sales forecasts and inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels for prompt fulfillment of customer orders.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms to maximize profit margins while maintaining high-quality standards.
Assistance Export Manager
Puran Chand Rice Mill Pvt. Ltd
07.2010 - 03.2013
- Coordinated sales forecasts and inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels for prompt fulfillment of customer orders.
- Prepared various import, export and supplier forms for customs submittal.
- Managed complex logistics for timely delivery of goods, ensuring optimal shipment conditions were maintained.
- Expanded export market presence by identifying and securing new business opportunities.
- Streamlined export processes, reducing operational costs and improving efficiency.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms to maximize profit margins while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records/documentation related to all aspects of exports—ensuring full traceability during audits/inspections as needed.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of export activities.
- Maintained compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices pertaining to international trade activities.
- Designed export strategies to meet project delivery requirements.
- Processed company's import permit and export license processes.
- Compiled purchase orders to post international shipments in company logs.
- Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws or procedures.
- Coordinated with shipping and transport companies on behalf of clients.
- Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.
Education
MBA - Finance & Marketing
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University
Skills
Warehouse operations
Supplier relationship management
Logistics management
Supply chain management
ERP systems proficiency
Forecasting accuracy
Strategic sourcing
Staff management
Performance tracking
Supply chain distribution
Production scheduling
Transportation management
Relationship building
New vendor setup
Procurement expertise
International purchasing
Supply and demand requirements
Expense control
SAP - MM experience
Data analysis
Time management abilities
Inventory control
Languages
English
Portuguese
Hindi
Nepali
Spanish
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 1992-07-10
- Nationality: Nepali
- Marital Status: Married
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsSoftware
SAP S4 HANA/MM
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
Varun Beverages RDC SAS
09.2024 - Current
Head of Supply Chain
Unique Beverages SA
02.2015 - 07.2024
Export Manager
Punjab Riceland Pvt. Ltd.
04.2013 - 01.2015
Assistance Export Manager
Puran Chand Rice Mill Pvt. Ltd
07.2010 - 03.2013
MBA - Finance & Marketing
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University
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