Sufyan Shahab
Alexandria,Louisiana
Summary
Highly accomplished IWS/Supply Chain/Manufacturing Professional with 18+ years of diverse experience in different Manufacturing fields and leading cross-functional teams in delivering operational targets delivery. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through operational excellence work process, and daily management systems leadership. Adept at risk mitigation, stakeholder alignment, and data-driven decision-making to ensure product supply remains competent in terms of delivery, cost, manufacturing and organizational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technical Project Manager
Procter & Gamble Co
Alexandria
10.2025 - Current
- Spearheaded cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgetary constraints.
- Instituted project management methodologies that streamlined processes and improved operational efficiency.
- Optimized communication channels among stakeholders, elevating project visibility and strategic alignment.
- Managed comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation strategies, guaranteeing effective achievement of project objectives.
- Partnered with product development teams to seamlessly integrate technical specifications with overarching business goals.
- Evaluated project performance outcomes, identifying key areas for future development and optimization.
- Ensured timely project completion within budget by proactively identifying and mitigating scope creep.
- Aligned project objectives with organizational goals through collaboration with senior leadership, driving strategic initiatives.
- Applied data-driven decision-making techniques to enhance project planning and forecasting accuracy.
- Monitored and tracked project progress to facilitate timely completion.
- Developed and implemented contingency plans to proactively address potential risks.
Senior Manager Material, Process Development and Operations
Procter & Gamble PAKISTAN
Karachi
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Managed raw and pack material budgets of $15 million, achieving targeted savings through optimizations and supply chain interventions, while ensuring business continuity via multiple sourcing qualifications.
- Led department master planning, successfully delivering financial, productivity, and fundamental (health, safety, environmental, quality, stewardship, sustainability) targets.
- Supervised and directed staff in daily tasks to achieve PQCDSM targets in production, quality, cost, delivery, safety, and morale.
- Administered capital and expense budgets totaling $3 million, ensuring adherence to company and local regulations.
- Fostered collaborations across departments and sites to advance departmental objectives.
- Developed and executed employee engagement plans to enhance workforce motivation and drive business results.
- Managed contractors and external third-party engagements.
- Oversaw career planning, leave, salary, roles, and responsibilities in compliance with company and country legislation.
Operation Department Manager
P&G PAKISTAN
Port Qasim
02.2018 - 01.2023
- Authored yearly work and development plans for teams, ensuring alignment with site objectives.
- Achieved yearly team targets aligned with overall site goals.
- Delivered excellence in manufacturing, maintenance, and operational cost management.
- Fulfilled production, safety, and quality targets.
- Led initiatives for departmental autonomy and digitization, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Led process troubleshooting by effectively applying Integrated Work Systems (IWS) work process.
- Managed capital and expense budgets amounting to $0.5 million.
Materials and Development Leader
P&G PAKISTAN
Port Qasim
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Spearheaded raw material localization and supply chain interventions to achieve cost savings, establishing business continuity plans through the qualification of multiple material sources.
- Engineered process and delivery improvements to significantly reduce batch cycle time.
- Executed process optimizations and developments at the site, employing rigorous validation of processes and equipment to prevent operational failures.
- Implemented innovative industry best practices through modern designs and platform-developed tools to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated and developed solution options to build consensus among stakeholders, resulting in high-quality project outcomes.
- Conducted internal and external benchmarking to ensure raw material cost targets were met, supporting overall budget compliance.
Process Leader Making Hair Care Startup
P&G PAKISTAN
Port Qasim
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Pioneered the greenfield startup of the Making Hair Care operation at the Port Qasim, Pakistan site.
- Commissioned machinery and utilities for Making Hair Care production line, facilitating operational readiness.
- Commissioned all new formulations, ensuring alignment with production goals.
- Developed and validated successful cleaning and sanitization processes for equipment, creating standardized solutions for consistent, successful execution.
- Developed training materials for process and operations personnel, enhancing team knowledge and compliance.
Department Maintenance, Initiatives and HS&E Leader
P&G PAKISTAN
Hub
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Directed maintenance program and cost management, extending equipment life through robust maintenance systems.
- Achieved annual cost savings in maintenance, initiatives, and safety management.
- Led initiatives and startups for new formulations, ensuring compliance with initiative management systems.
- Managed departmental Incident Elimination System to enhance safety protocols.
Team Leader Operations
P&G PAKISTAN
Hub
04.2008 - 01.2014
- Delivered manufacturing excellence results at the shift level.
- Managed daily management systems at both shift and department levels.
- Monitored production plan adherence during shifts to optimize workflow.
- Upheld safety, quality, equipment, and area 5S standards to foster a safe work environment.
Education
Bachelors - Mechanical Technology
Indus University
Karachi, Pakistan01-2013
Skills
- IWS skills
Centerline and CIL Daily management system
Education & Training pillar leader
AM pillar leader
Touchless Vector leader
Daily direction setting
Loss Elimination
Site Communication work process
Break down elimination
Run to Target DMS
Finished product quality
Incident elimination
- Integration management
- Schedule management
- Technical leadership
- Quality assurance
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability & Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Project leadership
- Team management
- Attention to detail
- Project management
Accomplishments
- CEO award 2016
Timeline
Senior Technical Project Manager
Procter & Gamble Co
10.2025 - Current
Senior Manager Material, Process Development and Operations
Procter & Gamble PAKISTAN
01.2023 - 10.2025
Operation Department Manager
P&G PAKISTAN
02.2018 - 01.2023
Materials and Development Leader
P&G PAKISTAN
02.2017 - 01.2018
Process Leader Making Hair Care Startup
P&G PAKISTAN
02.2015 - 01.2017
Department Maintenance, Initiatives and HS&E Leader
P&G PAKISTAN
01.2014 - 01.2015
Team Leader Operations
P&G PAKISTAN
04.2008 - 01.2014
Bachelors - Mechanical Technology
Indus University