Juwon Arowora
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dynamic supply chain expert with a solid background in systems thinking. Provides creative and effective solutions to challenging problems. Utilizes a holistic approach to optimize operations and streamline processes. Recognized for innovative problem-solving abilities and exceeding performance targets in hectic work settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Supply Chain Specialist
RAM Elevators & Lifts
Edmonton, Canada
12.2022 - 09.2024
- Spearheaded procurement team efforts that led to a significant 30% decrease in raw steel inventory costs during 2024. Leveraged Pareto rule analysis of past expenditure data to pinpoint top-performing SKUs accountable for an overwhelming 80% share of expenses. Based on these insights, senior management adopted a comprehensive global sourcing approach involving India as an essential supplier.
- Migrated 95% of spend to e-procurement platforms, boosting efficiency in the electronic components procurement process.
- Led the procurement team in implementing a barcoding system using a third-party app, Orcascan. This initiative improved inventory visibility and procurement efficiency in 2023-2024 by 90%, leading to a 95% decrease in inventory shortages, and a 30% reduction in inventory overstock.
- Secured a 55% reduction in category costs by leveraging global component procurement from various B2B websites like AliExpress, Alibaba, Amazon, and eBay.
- Consistently reviewed spend data to identify cost reduction opportunities and successfully negotiated with major suppliers for a 15% decrease in costs annually.
- Achieved a 45% reduction in RAM's inventory expenses through the implementation of a just-in-time inventory approach for items with lead times of less than one week.
- Achieved a significant reduction in delivery lead times by employing effective management strategies, including strong vendor relations, supplier performance measurement, collaboration, and planning.
- Guided junior team members on various procurement aspects involving lean principles, problem-solving utilizing process maps, and root cause analysis techniques, ultimately yielding a notable increase of 60% in procurement efficiency.
- Improved supply chain processes by driving continuous improvement efforts using data analytics.
Supply Chain Analyst
Bio Neutra Inc.
Edmonton, Canada
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Introduced a Plan-For-Every-Part initiative (business intelligence), a mathematical model that helped assign Min and Max levels by considering lead time, historical consumption, and safety stocks, which reduced inventory shortages by 95%.
- Managed export and import duties for various countries such as China, Australia, the Netherlands,and the USA with a focus on meeting consumer delivery timelines. This led to an impressive increase of 97% in order fill rate.
- Successfully navigated periods of high demand and potential disruptions through effective stakeholder communication, maintaining continuous product availability.
- Created and suggested novel metrics that offered feasible information for key business decision-makers
- Evaluated risks related to global sourcing strategies and enacted risk management plans.
Procurement Manager
Mercury Plastics
Edmonton, Canada
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Achieved a noteworthy reduction of 30% in inventory value for the year 2019 by successfully implementing a just-in-time tactic for managing inventory with short cycle times and trustworthy suppliers.
- Managed supplier performance based on critical KPIs including lead time, cost, and responsiveness resulting in a 90% enhancement in inventory quality.
- Ensured continuous supply of vital resources during the pandemic by building and maintaining robust vendor partnerships.
- Conducted regular cost analysis on high-spend vendors, negotiating for optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Frequently reviewed historical data of inventory usage and sales to ensure the optimal coverage for every given period.
Senior Buyer
Western Archrib Structures
Edmonton, Canada
04.2017 - 12.2018
- Consistently assessed stock against sales ratios to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Consistently researched current market developments to optimize buying choices.
- Managed vendor relationships to achieve favorable pricing, quality, and quantity.
- Applied in-depth market analysis to forecast consumer purchasing trends.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, enhancing efficiency in procurement processes.
- Drafted purchase orders, reviewed invoices, and negotiated terms and conditions of agreements with vendors.
Materials Coordinator III
Pentair
Edmonton, Canada
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Facilitated communication between different departments to resolve issues quickly.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies as needed.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress on various projects for upper-level management review.
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Thermon
Edmonton, Alberta
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Verified and inspected goods received against purchase orders or invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Prepared bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Administration
University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario06-2014
Skills
- Purchasing leadership
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Price Negotiation
- Risk Management
- Analytical mindset
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Global Institute, Canada, 06/01/22
- SCMP Designation, Supply Chain Canada, 11/01/22
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Institute, 07/01/22
Hobbies and Interests
- Photography
- Public speaking
- Volunteering at homeless shelters
Timeline
Senior Supply Chain Specialist
RAM Elevators & Lifts
12.2022 - 09.2024
Supply Chain Analyst
Bio Neutra Inc.
12.2021 - 12.2022
Procurement Manager
Mercury Plastics
01.2019 - 11.2021
Senior Buyer
Western Archrib Structures
04.2017 - 12.2018
Materials Coordinator III
Pentair
07.2015 - 09.2016
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Thermon
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Global Institute, Canada, 06/01/22
- SCMP Designation, Supply Chain Canada, 11/01/22
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Institute, 07/01/22
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Administration
University of Windsor
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