About Muhammad Fahim Choudhry
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Gender Male
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Job Fuction Supply Chain & Logistics Warehousing & Distribution
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Academic Level Master’s Degree
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About me
Profile:Â An accomplished and results-driven Head of Supply Chain Transformation with over 18 years of distinguished experience in the FMCG, manufacturing, and retail sectors. A strategic leader proven to design and execute cost-efficient, agile, and digitally integrated supply chains that deliver significant bottom-line impact and operational excellence.
Key Value Propositions:
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Proven Record of Cost Savings & Efficiency: Documented history of generating over PKR 2 Billion+ in cumulative cost savings through strategic initiatives in logistics redesign, inventory optimization, and strategic sourcing. Consistently achieves operational efficiency gains of 20-50%.
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End-to-End Supply Chain Expertise:Â Comprehensive mastery across the entire supply chain, including demand/supply planning, procurement, warehouse & distribution network design, 3PL management, and last-mile delivery optimization.
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Digital Transformation & Technology Leadership:Â Successfully leverages digital tools (SAP, Oracle, Power BI) and automation (AI, barcode scanning) to streamline processes, reduce discrepancies by up to 40%, and enhance data-driven decision-making.
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Strategic Transformation Leadership:Â Expertise in leading large-scale supply chain transformations, including nationwide network redesigns, consolidating distribution centers, and outsourcing models, resulting in millions in annual savings and significant service level improvements.
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Exceptional Leadership & Team Management:Â A dynamic leader who has managed large, cross-functional teams of up to 600 professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Career Highlights:
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As Head of Supply Chain at Ismail Global, identified and realized PKR 80M+ in annual savings and improved on-time deliveries by 25% through route optimization and last-mile model redesign.
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As Market Distribution Network Redesign Manager at Nestlé, delivered PKR 100M+ in annual savings by consolidating 4 regional DCs into 2 strategic hubs and improved service levels by 20%.
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As Strategic Sourcing Manager at Nestlé, increased the local supplier base by 30%, slashing import costs by PKR 500M annually.
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Holds a Dual MBA and is certified in Lean Six Sigma, Strategic Sourcing (CIPS), and SAP ERP.
Ideal For:Â Senior leadership roles requiring a strategic visionary to transform supply chain operations, drive substantial cost reductions, and implement future-ready, digital supply chain solutions.
Education
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2005 - 2008
Pakistan Air Force Karachi Institute of Economics & Technology
MBA
A highly qualified Supply Chain executive with a robust foundation in both academic theory and industry-leading best practices, certified to drive digital transformation and operational excellence. Formal Education & Core Credentials: Dual MBA (Transport/Logistics + Banking/Finance) from the Karachi Institute of Economics & Technology. This unique dual specialization provides a comprehensive understanding of the core financial and operational drivers of a successful supply chain, blending strategic logistics planning with fiscal acumen. Professional Certifications & Continuous Learning: Holds a suite of prestigious certifications that validate expertise across critical modern supply chain disciplines: Lean Six Sigma: Certified in systematic process improvement and waste reduction, directly contributing to documented efficiency gains and cost savings. Strategic Sourcing (CIPS): Formally trained in world-class procurement strategies, underpinning a proven ability to optimize supplier bases and achieve significant cost avoidance. SAP ERP Certification: Possesses verified, hands-on proficiency in implementing and leveraging leading ERP systems to automate processes, enhance data integrity, and provide enterprise-wide visibility. Advanced Data Analytics: Certified in transforming complex data into actionable business intelligence, enabling data-driven decision-making in network optimization, demand forecasting, and trade-off analyses. Technical & Strategic Skill Proficiencies: Strategic Tools: SAP/Oracle ERP, Power BI, Capex Planning, Supply Chain Digitalization, Network Optimization. Operational Tools: Inventory Control Systems, Warehouse Automation technologies, Fleet Management software. This powerful combination of a strategic MBA, industry-recognized professional certifications, and hands-on mastery of key technologies equips me not just to manage, but to strategically redesign and future-proof complex, multi-national supply chain operations.
Experience
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2022 - 2023
Nestlé
Strategic Sourcing Manager – Nutrition & Juices
costs by PKR 500M.
Boosted supplier OTIF by 25% using scorecards and risk mitigation
strategies.
Directed new product introduction sourcing for new SKUs across grains,
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2024 - Present
Ismail Global
Head of Supply Chain
Spearheaded the transformation of multi-category FMCG supply chains
across forecasting, procurement, warehousing, and logistics.
Achieved annual savings exceeding PKR 80M through vendor
consolidation and route optimisation.
Implemented a self-distribution model, enhancing OTIF by 25%.
Managed a diverse team of over 150 staff across planning, operations,
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2023 - 2024
Nestlé
Market Distribution Network Redesign Manager
Consolidated four distribution centres into two strategic hubs, resulting in
annual savings of PKR 100M.
Evaluated third-party logistics models for the northern region, reducing
costs by 15%.
Enhanced delivery service levels by 20% through trade-off analysis and
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2020 - 2022
Nestlé
Factory Supply Chain Manager
Oversaw the supply chain operations for six plants, including MRP,
inventory, and logistics management.
Devised barcode automation through SAP, decreasing stock discrepancies
by 40%.
Optimised fleet utilisation, achieving annual savings of PKR 30M.
Portfolio
Honors & awards
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2015
Zone AOA Best of the Best Project Award
I got this award on my intensive white belt project.
