Rares Hojda
Supply Chain & Operations Management Professional
Mosnita Noua,TM
Summary
Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by over 10 years of experience in leading organizational business units.
Proactive, result-oriented with proven results in developing people in Europe/Africa, coordinate/implement various projects (savings, new suppliers, new investments, new product introduction), lead cross – functional teams, systems implementation, operational processes optimization. Proficient in supplier negotiation and conflict resolution strategies. Strong leadership and organizational talents.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certificates
Work History
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
FRIGOGLASS ROMANIA SRL
Parta, TM
10.2017 - 04.2023
- Production of commercial refrigerators. Key results: Y to Y high savings by projects implementation; increase customer satisfaction (making Romania wish plant for all customers) by increase service level (flexibility) and on time delivery, high improvement; develop ( build and train ) new teams after all events ( COVID, fire incident in June 2021 and war in Ukraine); high reductions of stock levels ( FG and RM ); RM shortages risks avoidance by good plans and follow -up
- Oversaw demand planning, production planning, purchasing, logistics and after market end to end planning
- Supervise and provided supply chain guidance to team of over 80 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, logistic and customer service duties
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory
- Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements
- Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes
- Built exceptional rapport with suppliers and transportation companies to create seamless operations
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
- Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions
BUSINESS PARTNER, Consultant
AscentNet™Consultants & Engineers
Athens, Greece
12.2016 - 09.2017
- Key achievements: fix FRIGOGLASS South Africa Supply Chain Operation (build and train new team, identify and implement cost savings projects 5 % DMC, internal logistic process improvement & achieve “0” Stock -Outs)
- Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organization's systems and programs.
- Managed strategic partnership initiatives to drive measurable outcomes and deeper relationships with cross-functional teams.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines
General Manager
LEMTEK SRL
Gataia, Timis, RO
05.2014 - 11.2016
- Wood windows and doors production. Key achievements: Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning (new Investments with EU founds implemented & increase product portfolio, introduce new strategic partners & increase customer base by 30%); reduce raw material inventory by 30%.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission with EU founds (300 K Euro).
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to support smooth adoption of new investments.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- KPI's introduction ( quality, on-time delivery, and productivity )
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
General Manager
AGROBANAT CDC HOLDING SRL
Caransebes, CS
04.2013 - 05.2014
- Bakery, pasta, pastry, flour and animal feed production. Key achievements: Drove year/year business growth by 25% while leading operations and reducing operational cost by 15%, RM cost reduction over 18%
- Developed initial sales roadmaps and market strategies to promote successful product launches.
- Enhanced and redefined organizational structure to maintain competitive edge.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase profit and customer satisfaction.
- Improved productivity while reducing staffing and operational costs by 15%.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
General Manager
3P FRIGOGLASS SRL
Iasi, IS
01.2010 - 04.2013
- Plastic items made by injection and extrusion processes. Key achievements: Drove year to year business growth by 25%; Improved productivity while reducing staffing and operational cost by 20%; Lead strategic vision, and long-range planning (new products introduction >200, new machines installation);
- Developed initial sales roadmaps and market strategies to promote successful product launches
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations, KPI's introduction and monthly follow-up (supply chain, production, technical department, HR, finance).
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently
- Supply base development ( at least 3 alternative suppliers for top 10 raw material )
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services
Purchasing Project Manager
FRIGOGLASS HO
Athens, Greece
08.2008 - 12.2009
- Production of commercial refrigerators. Key achievements: Created and implemented comprehensive supply chain management strategies ( cost savings implementation >1 mill EURO, develop supply strategy, evaluate supply risks in Europe and source for new suppliers or change supply allocation / country )
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deploy new strategies
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Supply Chain Manager/ Consultant
FRIGOGLASS Russia, Poland Turkey
Athens, Greece
02.2007 - 08.2008
- Production of commercial refrigerators. Key achievements:
- Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics. Provided supply chain guidance to team of over 90 employees.
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to support smooth adoption of new procedures.
- Created and implemented comprehensive supply chain management strategies (fast savings identify & evaluate & implement >2mill. EURO; Optimize supplier base, Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms).
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory ( reduce external WH for finished goods from 13 to 5, operational cost reduced by 30% and reduce raw material stock by 30%).
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Education
Master - Engineering Mechanics
Polytechnic University Timisoara
Timișoara, TM 01.1995 - 01.1996
University Degree - Engineering Mechanics
Polytechnic Institute Timisoara
Timișoara, TM 01.1990 - 01.1995
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Drafting Technology
Aurel Vlaicu
Orastie, HD 01.1985 - 01.1989
Skills
Supply Chain Management
undefinedCertification
Demand Driven Planner (DDMRP ) – Demand Driven Planner Institute
Timeline
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
FRIGOGLASS ROMANIA SRL
10.2017 - 04.2023
BUSINESS PARTNER, Consultant
AscentNet™Consultants & Engineers
12.2016 - 09.2017
General Manager
LEMTEK SRL
05.2014 - 11.2016
General Manager
AGROBANAT CDC HOLDING SRL
04.2013 - 05.2014
General Manager
3P FRIGOGLASS SRL
01.2010 - 04.2013
Purchasing Project Manager
FRIGOGLASS HO
08.2008 - 12.2009
Supply Chain Manager/ Consultant
FRIGOGLASS Russia, Poland Turkey
02.2007 - 08.2008
Master - Engineering Mechanics
Polytechnic University Timisoara
01.1995 - 01.1996
University Degree - Engineering Mechanics
Polytechnic Institute Timisoara
01.1990 - 01.1995
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Drafting Technology
Aurel Vlaicu
01.1985 - 01.1989
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