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Mikhail Makarenkov

Lane Cove,Australia

Summary

Dedicated Logistics and Supply chain professional with 10+ experience in international and domestic freight forwarding. Cuts costs and improves efficiency through effective management, strategic scheduling and streamlined operations. A proven track record of managing multimillion-dollar supply chains for world-class organizations. A strong background in leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with C-level executives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Lead

Konica Minolta Australia
09.2021 - Current
  • Managing supply and logistics operations for Konica Minolta New Zealand
  • Develop, co-ordinate and maintain the long-term forecast in conjunction with sales and marketing
  • Work closely with business stakeholders to ensure accurate ordering of inventory to maintain continuity of supply for our customers
  • Manage and lead S&OP process for designated portfolio of products
  • Liaise with KM APAC logistics team in Hong Kong on purchase orders' fulfillment and coordinate incoming shipments from China, Japan, US and Europe into New Zealand
  • Ensure that all activities executed by the 3PL warehouse provider are compliant with the KMNZ stock and inventory policy ensuring physical and system count verification
  • Oversee end-to-end fulfillment process execution incl
  • Inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics
  • Support sales team with strategy execution in order deliver commercial objectives
  • Drive continuous improvement projects/initiatives in the warehouse space to unlock operational efficiencies
  • Serve as the first point of contact for all logistics freight providers
  • Handle day-to-day freight requests and queries
  • Analyse current logistics processes and implement freight efficiency projects.

Acting Supply Chain Manager

Bridgestone Mining Solutions Australia
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Oversee company's supply chain operations
  • Responsible for optimising the end-to-end-supply chain with Bridgestone Group Company (BGC) and other suppliers with reference to operating divisions and overseeing the administration of the importation, clearance, distribution and delivery of OTR (Off-the-road) tyres from the Bridgestone Group Company and other third party products in a timely, economic, efficient and effective manner.

Logistics Specialist

Bridgestone Mining Solutions Australia
05.2020 - 07.2021
  • Review shipping documentation against production order using SAP ERP system
  • Looking for discrepancies and ensuring appropriate action is taken to address any issues
  • Sort and distribute the relative components of the shipping documentation to customs agents/customers/transport companies/branches/finance and others when required
  • Data entry and analysis of product and logistics information into various reporting formats (Excel, PowerPoint) as requested by Management
  • Undertake timely ordering and delivery of 'diversified products' and manage close relationship with suppliers and customers to ensure satisfaction at all times
  • This function will be an end to end supply chain responsibility for this role
  • Maintain Prelude/SAP database
  • Respond promptly to queries, or requests for information from customs agents/customers/transport companies/branches/finance/Bridgestone Group Companies
  • Check Customs Entries to ensure the correct use of Tariff Concession Orders
  • Supply Business Planning Landed Cost Factor % for TPL bi-annually/quarterly
  • Provide Officer Procurement with monthly import figures to compile BMSA's ABS information for Corporate Planning
  • Assist relevant personnel with vendor performance statistics, KPI targets and achievements
  • Manage the collation, distribution and tracking of supplier and vendor invoices with internal finance team
  • Manage requests by branches for internal product transfers by working closely with freight forwarders
  • Regular reporting required on production order fulfilment, supplier delivery quantity and performance measuring.

Sales Logistics Coordinator

Tempo Group of Companies
09.2019 - 04.2020
  • Receiving customer purchase orders through EDI, monitoring/assessing BPO order processing team KPIs to make sure all orders are processed in full and on time
  • Facilitating the shipping of products from one destination to another
  • Arranging transportation, schedule staff, and orchestrate deliveries to meet customer demand with no delays
  • Liaising with sourcing team and suppliers in China on new and placed orders
  • Attending WIP weekly meeting to ensure all production, compliance and delivery deadlines are met
  • Preparing loads for shipment
  • Liaising with freight forwarders on air and sea shipments
  • Liaising with 3PL providers
  • Coordinating all domestics deliveries, including DC deliveries, freight-in-store and end customer deliveries
  • Organising courier deliveries and pick-ups
  • Taking steps to avoid quality control issues
  • Making sure warehouse capacity is kept at optimal levels
  • Managing activities throughout the order fulfillment and transportation cycle to make sure established deadlines are met
  • Overseeing inventory/stock levels, organising interstate stock transfers when needed
  • Continually reviewing freight costs, transportation rates, and/or the prices of raw materials to keep costs down where possible
  • Streamlining shipping and transportation processes
  • Tracking and analysing mis-shipments to ensure they don't occur again
  • Responding to customer inquiries and referring clients to the appropriate channels
  • Keeping logs and records of warehouse stock, executed orders etc
  • Preparing accurate reports for upper management.

Logistics Accountant

Tempo Group of Companies
11.2017 - 09.2019
  • Monthly accounting, analysis and reporting of Logistics (Freight, Packaging and 3PL) expenses for the company
  • Assist in the timely delivery of complete and accurate monthly Group management accounts including P&L, and other ad hoc reports for Inventory and Logistic
  • Review of balance sheet accounts relating to Logistics
  • Liaise with 3PL providers, ensuring accurate and timely accounting of cost and stock provisions
  • Liaise with Freight suppliers to ensure information provided is to required standard and prompt payments follow
  • Provide internal audit of Stock in Warehouse and 3PL sites
  • Carry out ongoing audits of stock adjustments, attend regular stock takes, ad hoc spot checks on stock, to investigate variances and provide recommendations to improve internal controls
  • Assisting with the year-end audit and statutory accounts preparation
  • Assisting in special projects as assigned.

Duty Manager

Belgravia Leisure
09.2014 - 11.2017
  • Overseeing the daily operations of the Aquatic and Fitness Centre on allocated shifts including Café and reception, pools and lifeguarding, water quality, learn to swim and facility maintenance
  • Supervising all staff at the facility including directing and managing the daily work activities, compliance with relevant procedures, scheduling rotation and breaks; assisting with lifeguard training (including induction, licensing and compliance requirements); responding to any escalated issues in an appropriate manner; undertaking daily checklist / compliance sign off
  • Participating in performance appraisals of staff
  • Overseeing any contractors on site
  • Calling in staff to cover any absences
  • Ensuring a high standard of water quality
  • Ensuring the facility is clean and maintained
  • Ensuring the opening and closure of the facility is undertaken in accordance with the required procedure/processes
  • Undertaking required safety functions including Fire warden, reporting incidents/hazards
  • Satisfactorily addressing any customer complaints
  • Implementing appropriate staff rosters, procedures and systems.

Branch Manager

C.A.P. (Courier and express delivery services)
02.2013 - 06.2014
  • Direct all express delivery operational aspects including warehousing and transportation, customer service, human resources, administration and sales
  • Plan, organize and manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements
  • Direct investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints
  • Serve as contact persons for all stakeholders within assigned territory
  • Implement schedule and policy changes
  • Collaborate with other managers and staff members in order to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives
  • Monitor operations to ensure that staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, and government regulations
  • Promote safe work activities by conducting safety audits, attending company safety meetings, and meeting with individual staff members
  • Monitor spending to ensure that expenses are consistent with approved budgets
  • Direct and coordinate, through subordinates, activities of operations department in order to obtain use of equipment, facilities, and human resources
  • Analyze expenditures and other financial information in order to develop plans, policies, and budgets for increasing profits and improving services
  • Negotiate and authorize contracts with equipment and materials suppliers, and monitor contract fulfillment
  • Supervise workers assigning tariff classifications and preparing billing
  • Set operations policies and standards, including determination of safety procedures for the handling of dangerous goods
  • Prepare management recommendations, such as proposed fee and tariff increases or schedule changes
  • Conduct employee training sessions on subjects such as hazardous material handling, employee orientation, quality improvement and computer use
  • Monthly and annual reporting to the Head Office.

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Manager

Russian State Chamber of Commerce
08.2006 - 01.2014
  • Acting as a company's executive director during the process of liquidation and bankruptcy
  • Providing professional advice to try to prevent insolvency
  • Negotiating with the creditors, and other parties, of a company or individual
  • Realising the assets of a company for the best possible return to creditors after marketing to a wide range of potential buyers
  • Carrying out all statutory duties as required by law
  • Providing regular reports to creditors on the progress of insolvency procedures
  • Investigating company affairs and director conduct, where necessary, and file a report to the court
  • Representing the interests of the company in courts and other government bodies, including the Federal Tax Service of the Russian Federation
  • Analysing company's financials and assets and providing recommendations to creditors
  • Organising and conducting company's creditor committee meetings, providing all necessary information and professional recommendations.

Branch Manager

ITECORP (Transport & Logistics)
07.2009 - 01.2012
  • Establishing a brand-new branch office for the national logistics company
  • Direct activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation vehicles, such as linehaul trucks
  • Plan, organize and manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements
  • Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective sales opportunities
  • Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans
  • Direct investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints
  • Serve as contact persons for all stakeholders within assigned territories
  • Implement schedule and policy changes
  • Collaborate with other managers and staff members in order to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives
  • Monitor operations to ensure that staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, and government regulations
  • Monitor spending to ensure that expenses are consistent with approved budgets
  • Analyze expenditures and other financial information in order to develop plans, policies, and budgets for increasing profits and improving services
  • Negotiate and authorize contracts with equipment and materials suppliers, and monitor contract fulfillment
  • Supervise workers assigning tariff classifications and preparing billing
  • Set operations policies and standards, including determination of safety procedures for the handling of dangerous goods
  • Prepare management recommendations, such as proposed fee and tariff increases or schedule changes
  • Monthly and annual reporting to the Head Office.

Branch Manager

KA-FUR
06.2007 - 05.2008
  • Establishing a brand-new branch office for the national wholesaler (doors and windows hardware, building materials, etc.)
  • Direct all operational aspects including distribution operations, customer service, human resources, administration and sales
  • Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective sales opportunities
  • Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans
  • Meet goals and metrics
  • Manage budget and allocate funds appropriately
  • Bring out the best of branch's personnel by providing training, coaching, development and motivation
  • Locate areas of improvement and propose corrective actions that meet challenges and leverage growth opportunities
  • Share knowledge with other branches and headquarters on effective practices, competitive intelligence, business opportunities and needs
  • Address customer and employee satisfaction issues promptly
  • Adhere to high ethical standards, and comply with all regulations/applicable laws
  • Network to improve the presence and reputation of the branch and company
  • Stay abreast of competing markets and provide reports on market movement and penetration.

Education

Master's degree - Professional Accounting

King's Own Institute
Sydney, NSW
11.2016

Bachelor's degree - Economics and Management

Russian State University of Trade And Economics
Moscow, Russia
07.2009

Diploma - Strategic Management

Plekhanov Russian University of Economics
Moscow, Russia
03.2007

Diploma - Bankruptcy And Insolvency Management

Institute of Economics And Crisis Management
Moscow, Russia
06.2006

Bachelor's degree - Commercial Law

Saratov State Academy of Law
Saratov, Russia
07.2004

Skills

  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
  • Inventory Management
  • Leadership
  • SAP Implementation
  • Import Export
  • Account Management
  • Cost Accounting
  • Vendor Management

Timeline

Supply Chain Lead

Konica Minolta Australia
09.2021 - Current

Acting Supply Chain Manager

Bridgestone Mining Solutions Australia
07.2021 - 09.2021

Logistics Specialist

Bridgestone Mining Solutions Australia
05.2020 - 07.2021

Sales Logistics Coordinator

Tempo Group of Companies
09.2019 - 04.2020

Logistics Accountant

Tempo Group of Companies
11.2017 - 09.2019

Duty Manager

Belgravia Leisure
09.2014 - 11.2017

Branch Manager

C.A.P. (Courier and express delivery services)
02.2013 - 06.2014

Branch Manager

ITECORP (Transport & Logistics)
07.2009 - 01.2012

Branch Manager

KA-FUR
06.2007 - 05.2008

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Manager

Russian State Chamber of Commerce
08.2006 - 01.2014

Master's degree - Professional Accounting

King's Own Institute

Bachelor's degree - Economics and Management

Russian State University of Trade And Economics

Diploma - Strategic Management

Plekhanov Russian University of Economics

Diploma - Bankruptcy And Insolvency Management

Institute of Economics And Crisis Management

Bachelor's degree - Commercial Law

Saratov State Academy of Law
Mikhail Makarenkov