Mohammad Sheikh
Houston,TX
Summary
Seasoned Engineering Manager seamlessly integrates project technical aspects and makes information relatable to non-technical personnel. Experienced leader and program manager with 15-year history in field. Clear communicator, decision maker and problem solver.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineering Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
Katy, TX
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Proficiently facilitated VSM, VOC & Kaizen Events, guiding all stages from A3 charter ideation to sustainment
- Identified process gaps independently, driving improvement on complex data problems requiring transformation plans, diverse scope development & project execution
- Applied Agile methodologies, engineering tools for product slotting, SOP workflow optimization, labor time studies, warehouse metrics, ROI rationalization, root cause analysis, operating Kanban, optimizing material flow, standard work, PDCA, COE & life-cycle management
- Proficient as SME in financial business cases modeling and analysis, aimed at optimizing operational decision-making and reducing demurrage costs
- Developed centralized PBI scorecard for operational KPIs to effectively manage suppliers, terminals, maritime operations, and deliveries
- S&OP expertise in costs for tracking performances in OTA/OTP/OTD/OTIF quality, terminal lane cost matrix metrics in Last Mile, freight creep cost overtime, operations adherence in vessel planning, lead times, unloading rates, demurrage costs, service levels for operational excellence
- Coached and empowered process owners to partner with cross-functional teams to develop short- & long-term business plans to support data-driven business models
- Set financial business metrics, evaluated performance, and contributed to development of new ideas and Agile methods.
Supply Chain Logistics Manager
Mattress Firm
Houston, TX
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised team of logistics specialists that tracked, reported, and executed B2B or home deliveries from Last Mile Hub transfers, movements between company 3rd-party facilities
- Managed strategic 3PL carrier relationships for center of operational excellence principals
- Leveraged Lean methodologies and engineering tools to revamp distribution and transportation operations
- Drove operational excellence across HSE quality, operational efficiency, Last Mile Hubs financial performances associated to Terminal Freight, Last Mile, Imports and Purchases
- Evaluated forecast models for TMS stems based on multiple sources of forecasted supply/demand
- Coordinated cross-functional WMS activities to TMS align with commercial manufacturing plans, lead times, inventory policies, YMS capacity constraints and risk mitigation strategies
- Managed complex, time-sensitive market research projects and prepared synthesized intelligence reports
- Provided expertise in cross-functional teams to evaluate financial forecasts trends
- Implemented recommendation and guidance to process improvements and established policies
- Orchestrated the design, implementation, and management of cross-functional teams across the entire span of business planning to budgetary P&L goals and capitalized on opportunities or outperformed expectations of area financial ERP/MRP transactions performance.
Senior Demand Planner
Baker Hughes
Sugar Land, TX
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Developed and implemented demand forecasting commodity strategies, optimizing resource allocation, and enhancing service delivery
- Applied strong analytical skills, proficient in demand planning software, and experienced with Oracle ASCP and Production Scheduling systems
- Collected LMH data, manipulated, analyzed historical data from internal and external sources to identify benchmarks, patterns/trends, efficiencies/deficiencies, applied OEM product category strategies, plans, models, and DOH forecasts to help create and sustain value
- Coached multi-discipline teams to develop, implement, and adhere to key elements of category strategies for upstream, midstream downstream operations, including sourcing events, bid processes, MTI contract negotiations and new product or market launch execution
- Collaborated with key stakeholders and suppliers to accurately forecast material demands and supply needs, placing orders to ensure adequate inventory levels and to avoid operational down time in materials, production, using SAP-ECO/MMO modules and Oracle ASCP
- Evaluated and delivered ad-hoc custom analysis to ensure data-driven decision to address plant operating windows and product mix to synchronize with demand with quantities during planning period to match order booking trends to create and sustain value.
Demand Planner II
Sysco Business Solutions
Houston, TX
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Directed analysis of historical sales trends and data modeling through Lean Six Sigma methodologies to forecast future demand with precision and adaptability to market dynamics, leveraging KPI dashboards metrics from Azure data factory, SQL, into Power BI and Excel
- Spearheaded collaboration with Sales leaders to craft short- and long-term demand forecasts, integrating Lean Six Sigma strategies and KPI dashboards metrics to align efforts with proactive communication on forecasted schedule requirements and changes impacting final delivery
- Orchestrated optimization of demand planning tools using Lean Six Sigma principles and OPCO insights from KPI dashboards, participated in capacity assessments, and fostered collaboration across FSQA teams to drive departmental efficiency enhancements via root cause analysis
- Led implementation of Lean Six Sigma initiatives and KPI dashboards to bolster forecast accuracy, maintained internal/external Kanban replenishment, inventory min/max, reorder point, safety stock, SKU level DIOH (inventory mix), scheduling agreements and blanket orders
- Oversaw monitoring of actual demand against forecasts, utilizing ABC analysis principles and KPI dashboards to mitigate shortages/overages to avert service disruptions and excess inventory
- Drove best OPCO costs, issue orders, and monitored timely deliveries of all raw materials and/or services to ensure continuity of supply and adequate inventory levels from master data elements in APO-SNP planning.
Customs Broker Agent
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
Houston, TX
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Served as primary point of contact for business unit personnel needing guidance on customs procedures and import law compliance requirements, applicable Free Trade Agreements, customs marking and labeling requirements, country of origin verification and documentation
- Resolved finance and accounting reconciliation exchange issues
- Documented discrepancy issues with customers and foreign origins regarding freight forwarding (IATA regulation, ENAC rules, & Incoterms)
- Ran large scale RFQ following through to full shipper selection and evaluation
- Directed guidance and supported BU in managing local customs brokers and related to customs filings for importation of goods, assisted import classification of goods under applicable Harmonized Tariff Schedule under consultation with foreign trade counsel
- Managed all legal requirements to maintain and coordinate with trade counsel to meet FTZ filing, audit, and reporting requirements
- Prepared customs entries on issued change notices, exception messages to ensure delivery of materials
- Declared and prepared Customer invoices as needed to be master copy or expected in tariff code to declare shipment to nearest tariff code base on product material that was export by Shipper rejection review of defective/nonconforming materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2015
Associate of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2012
Skills
- Alteryx
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- JDA Blue Yonder
- Oracle Cloud ERP
- SAP APO/ECC/MMO
- TMS / YMS / WMS Platforms
- Adobe SOP Document Creation
- Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps
- Azure, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, SharePoint
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Science (BS), Logistics & Supply Chain Management, University of Houston, 2015
- Associates of Applied Science (AAS), Supply Chain Management, Houston Community College, 2012
- APICS Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), TWIC & OSHA compliant HS&E certified
Quote
Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!
Henry Ford
Timeline
Senior Engineering Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
01.2019 - 01.2024
Supply Chain Logistics Manager
Mattress Firm
01.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Demand Planner
Baker Hughes
01.2012 - 01.2017
Demand Planner II
Sysco Business Solutions
01.2011 - 01.2012
Customs Broker Agent
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Houston
Associate of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain
Houston Community College
Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Science (BS), Logistics & Supply Chain Management, University of Houston, 2015
- Associates of Applied Science (AAS), Supply Chain Management, Houston Community College, 2012
- APICS Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), TWIC & OSHA compliant HS&E Certificate