Arsalan Khan
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Experienced Supply Chain and Logistics Professional with over 8 years specializing in demand
planning, transportation, distribution and procurement. Proven track record in streamlining operations and
enhancing communication with stakeholders. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills with a
focus on optimizing logistics networks and reducing costs. Committed to continuous learning
and professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LOGISTICS OFFICER
CANADIAN ARMED FORCES
Winnipeg, MB
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated details for all missions, including delegating unit member assignments.
- Followed established procedures and protocols regarding loads to promote integrity of shipments.
INBOUND TRANSPORTATION ANALYST
THE NORTH WEST COMPANY
Winnipeg, MB
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated inbound cargo scheduling to enhance operational flow for Canadian banners.
- Control transportation expenses to align with anticipated financial parameters
- Process vendor violation reports from other areas of the business. Generate fines for valid violations.
- Facilitated vendor compliance by engaging with stakeholders and negotiating carrier contracts.
- Review and analyze carrier and consolidator performance metrics to gauge efficiency.
- Administer and relay carrier rate changes in conjunction with engaging in carrier contract negotiations.
- Provide benchmarks both within and outside our network to improve the logistics network.
- Identify process improvement opportunities for freight operations and logistics processes.
- Managed logistics networks, implementing improvements to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
- Research and review opportunities to improve the logistics networks.
- Performed research on industry trends related to transportation analytics and best practices.
DEMAND PLANNER (CATEGORY – HAND TOOLS, METAL FABRICATION)
PRINCESS AUTO
Winnipeg, MB
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Develop, manage, and communicate item/store-level demand forecasts within the Category by reviewing historical trends, evaluating forecast results, and applying demand drivers.
- Led demand forecast alignment with procurement goals, optimizing category strategies.
- Spearhead weekly dialogues with Category Teams to assess past event performance and current market trends aimed at shaping future promotional forecast activities and category strategies
- Engage and mediate essential discussions with multiple stakeholders including Merchandising and Replenishment to optimize Line Review process and shift from end-of-life product lines into new product launches.
- Evaluate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) while executing root cause analysis and modifications in domains of MAPE, Weighted MAPE, Bias, Lost Sales, Overstocked Inventory Effect, and Forecast Value-Add.
- Organize and sustain pertinent reporting and documentation that bolsters forecast accuracy, streamlines inventory management, and aids category team activities.
TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR
PRINCESS AUTO
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Prepared ocean carrier shipping forecasts by utilizing purchase order data to prepare departure volume forecasts.
- Analyzed, prepared and reported transportation volume metrics by gathering data and compiling total offshore volume reports and daily trans-load container metrics.
- Researched, audited, validated and reconciled inventory receipt discrepancies and corrects with Canada Customs.
- Coordinated and resolved the load integrity issues with the Distribution Centre, trans-loads and the vendors.
- Prepared various ad hoc reports in support of Transportation objectives and initiatives.
- Coordinated volume forecasts with all ocean carriers to ensure preparation for ocean shipments.
DISTRIBUTION NETWORK COORDINATOR
PRINCESS AUTO
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsible for communicating, supporting and representing Distribution Centers and their forward-facing stores to ensure proper communications and stability in the supply chain network.
- Developed, managed, monitored and controlled supplier relationships, contract outcomes, and realized benefits and cost savings.
- Lead in-depth research and analysis to develop strategic direction and provide recommendations to stakeholders and senior management.
- Worked with Retail Operations and Communications department to conduct announcements for the store network so all stakeholders in the supply chain is well informed of any new developments.
- Created purchase orders for items required by DCs, necessary for information in order to get approval from senior leadership if purchase is viable and cost effective for the organization.
- Helped in the Line Reviews for the DC side to help senior management in streamlining and optimizing the supply chain.
- Worked with Health and Safety to coordinate with DC teams to release important directives on a bi-weekly basis to ensure little to no workplace hazards.
- Facilitated and conducted meetings between different DC leader teams to smooth out any issues with individual or multiple DCs to ensure optimum efficiency.
TRANSPORTATION ANALYST (CO-OP WORK TERM 3)
THE NORTH WEST COMPANY
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Conducted analyses on subjects such as carrier freight rate quote comparisons, volumetric summary reports for cost savings and better operational integrity.
- Communicated with stakeholders to obtain additional information when required for additional analysis.
- Produced operational summaries on carriers and stores, covering organization history, network and operations analysis, and volume / spend summaries for senior management decision making.
- Researched and reviewed opportunities to improve the logistics networks.
- Created a master file of all active freight rates, by lane, for each carrier for easy reference.
- Extrapolated volumetric data using SQL queries from TMS (Transportation Management System) database for the purpose of analysis.
OPERATIONS SUPPORT ASSOCIATE (CO-OP WORK TERM 2)
SKIP THE DISHES
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Managed citywide logistical delivery networks to ensure successful deliveries.
- Resolved problems or potential breaches within the network to ensure a steady flow of orders.
- Coordinated with Live Support and Courier departments to ensure stability within the network.
- Applied Skip’s in-house software technology and tools to multitask in continuously identifying problems and optimizing the efficiency of the network leading to greater customer satisfaction.
- Handled citywide fleet of couriers and ensured their optimum efficiency during their shifts.
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR (CO-OP WORK TERM 1)
GARDEWINE
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Coordinated shipments of third-party logistics freight to ensure steady deliveries.
- Maintained, updated and researched databases of third-party logistics customers and carriers to provide a steady flow of LTL and TL freight shipments.
- Developed, prepared, and presented freight rate and service proposals for prospective clients.
- Followed up and coordinated with partner carriers to ensure maintaining service commitments.
- Generated $74,405 in revenue, through marketing services to potential customers.
- Ensured the thorough completion of calculations to ensure profits on completed orders.
Education
PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE - Project Management
GOOGLE
01.2021
CERTIFIED IN LOGISTICS, TRANSPORTATION AND DISTRIBUTION - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
APICS
01.2019
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (HONOURS) DEGREE - Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Leadership
ASPER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA
Winnipeg01.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Power BI
- SQL
- Visibility Management Systems (VMS)
- JDA-based software
- Vendor Compliance
- Performance metrics
- Process improvement
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Data analysis
- Transportation Management
- Supply chain optimization
- Cost control
- Performance metrics monitoring
- Flowcasting
- Freight Logix
- Risk
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
- IBM-based AS/400
- Merchandise Management System (MMS)
Affiliations
- Vice President Public Relations at Toastmasters International - 2019
- Treasurer at Toastmasters International 2020 - 2022
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
Accomplishments
- Competent Communicator from Toastmasters International
- Royal Service 2019 to 2023 from Princess Auto
- Best Forecasting - Promo Lost Sales 2022 from Princess Auto
- Second Place - Area 62 Speech Contest 2019 from Toastmasters International
- Nominee for Co-op Student of the Year 2017 from The Aspers School of Business
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LOGISTICS OFFICER
CANADIAN ARMED FORCES
11.2023 - Current
INBOUND TRANSPORTATION ANALYST
THE NORTH WEST COMPANY
10.2023 - Current
DEMAND PLANNER (CATEGORY – HAND TOOLS, METAL FABRICATION)
PRINCESS AUTO
11.2021 - 10.2023
TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR
PRINCESS AUTO
01.2020 - 01.2021
DISTRIBUTION NETWORK COORDINATOR
PRINCESS AUTO
01.2019 - 01.2020
TRANSPORTATION ANALYST (CO-OP WORK TERM 3)
THE NORTH WEST COMPANY
09.2017 - 12.2017
OPERATIONS SUPPORT ASSOCIATE (CO-OP WORK TERM 2)
SKIP THE DISHES
01.2017 - 04.2017
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR (CO-OP WORK TERM 1)
GARDEWINE
05.2016 - 08.2016
PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE - Project Management
GOOGLE
CERTIFIED IN LOGISTICS, TRANSPORTATION AND DISTRIBUTION - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
APICS
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (HONOURS) DEGREE - Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Leadership
ASPER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA
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