Stefano Madile
Senior Consultant
Experience
Senior Consultant
SLM Business Consultancy Srl
Project management for the realization of important national and international projects for the development of logistics and supply chain management strategies
Analysis of data and information regarding the customer`s problems and creation of targeted solutions
Review and optimization of operating procedures, product and logistics costs
Research and development of suppliers for products and logistics solutions, with negotiations and drafting of contracts
Guest speaker in various events and publication of articles on supply chain management and logistics
QSL/BK France – Standardization of logistics processes, reduction of 20% of logistics and 10% of product costs
QSL Germany – Interim Key Account Manager for 1 year, creation of new team structure, strategic projects and contracts
SSP & Unifreddo Italy – Supplier and product search for market entry, purchasing budget of 3 million €, logistics project
Doppio Malto – Supplier and product search, 10% reduction in purchasing costs, improvement in product quality
Tollo Italy – Strategic supply chain project, process optimization, reduction of 15% in material costs
Migeca Italy – 10% reduction in purchasing costs, supply chain solution for market entry in Saudi Arabia
Take Off Malta – Improvements in customs procedures, training of logistics staff in customs regulations
Ferrario Trasporti Italy – Strategic project, process efficiency, company and team structure for ISO certification
Uniline Italy – Optimization of processes, training of staff in logistics and transportation
Director Operations Southern and Western Europe
Quick Service Logistics GmbH & Co. KG
Operational management of 11 employees (key account managers and function managers) in Europe
Head for operational management and development of the supply chain management structures for customers like Burger King, Five Guys, Bretzelkönig, Konopizza, Burgerista in Switzerland, Austria, Italy, France, Spain, Malta, Slovenia, Slovakia, Czech Republic
Data analysis and monitoring of operational KPI`s, drafting of reports and budgets for the board of directors and customers
Identification of areas for improvement and definition of corrective and preventive actions to increase profits
Business development with scouting for new customers, participation in sector fairs and presentations during events
Negotiation and renewal of contracts with customers and suppliers
Programming of product availability and reduction of obsolete items in warehouses
Team management: development of employees` career plans
Increase in turnover from 150M€ (2012) to 500 M€ (2016) with profit increase from 200K€ (2012) to 1 M€ (2016)
Reduction of logistics costs of 10K€ per year per country assigned (total 80K€ per year)
Activation of 6 European markets for Burger King, 2 European markets for Five Guys
Achievement of 99% service level for delivery completeness and 95% service level for the on-time delivery
Supply Chain Manager Switzerland, Austria, Italy and Malta
Burger King GmbH
Analysis of supply chain and product costs to define the selling price to the franchisee
Improvement of product availability for existing and new customers
Negotiation and renewal of contracts with logistics companies and product suppliers, scouting of suppliers
Data analysis and monitoring of supply chain management KPIs, drafting of monthly reports and newsletters with the results achieved for the top management and franchisees
Identification of areas for improvement and definition of corrective and preventive actions
Collaboration in projects and participation in international supply chain management and logistics events
Road show with franchisees concerning projects and solutions in supply chain management and logistics
Team management: development of employees` career plans
Collaboration with marketing department for the launch of promotions and new products
Reduction of logistics costs of 20K€ yearly and product costs of 30K-50K€ yearly
Improvement of communication between the supply chain management office and the franchisees
Implementation of best practice solutions in supply chain management and logistics
Logistics Manager and Dangerous Goods Manager
Frutarom Switzerland Ltd
Management of a team of 12 employees (5 in the shipping department and 7 in the warehouse)
Supervision of warehouse activities and shipping office
Close collaboration with sales department for specific customer requests (quotations, shipments and priorities)
Negotiation and renewal of contracts with logistics companies and couriers
Analysis of data and KPIs, creation of monthly reports to top management, sales department and the controlling office
Responsible for the budget of the logistics department
Project management for projects to improve procedures and implement corrective and preventive activities
Responsible for BRC and ISO audits, GMP procedures and for implementation of IT updates in the logistics department
Attending specialized courses and managing refresher courses for employees
Team management: development of employees` career plans
Reduction of transportation and courier service costs of 150K€ yearly
Optimization of transport customer solutions
Improvement of the coordination of activities with other departments in the company
Stabilization of the logistics team and logistics processes
Excellent results during ISO and BRC audits, obtaining the renewal of important certifications
Supply Chain Manager Switzerland and Austria
Starbucks Coffee Switzerland Ltd
Analysis of supply chain and product costs to define the selling price in the Starbucks Coffee shops
Data analysis and monitoring of supply chain management KPIs, drafting of monthly reports with results achieved
Creation of manuals and training courses for Store Managers (correct management of order, delivery, inventory)
Negotiation and renewal of contracts with logistics companies and product suppliers, scouting for new suppliers
Identification of areas for improvement and definition of corrective and preventive actions
Collaboration in projects and participation in international supply chain management and logistics events
Road show with store managers and various company function heads in Switzerland and Austria
Collaboration with marketing to launch promotions and new products
Support for the implementation of a new ERP system in the company
Reduction of transport costs of 100K€ yearly, reduction of product costs of 10K€ yearly
Significant improvements of orders, deliveries, inventory management and product availability in the stores
Solutions in logistics and supply chain management have been implemented as best practice in other European countries
Logistics Coordinator
Nokia Switzerland Ltd
Assistant Logistics & Warehouse Manager / Airfreight Shipping Clerk
Nova Traffic Ltd
Airfreight Shipping Clerk and Apprenticeship
Gebrüder Weiss Ltd
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Food and Beverage (15 years), Transportation (15 years), Professional Services (9 years), Retail (2.5 years), and Telecommunication (1 year).
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Experienced in Supply Chain Management (29 years), Logistics (28 years), Project Management (10.5 years), Procurement (7 years), Business Intelligence (6 years), and Operations (6 years).
Summary
Director expert in strategic management of international business units with responsibility for planning, controlling and organization of all business activities. Responsible for P&L results, strong team guidance with important business development and sales achievements. Strongly oriented to the implementation of innovative projects and to the improvement of business processes.
Skills
- Strategy: Creation And Operation Of A Longstanding Vision And Strategic Direction, Including Policies, Procedures, Budgets, Kpi`s And Specific Targets.
- Leadership: Ability To Provide To Teams Clear Leadership, Including Development Of Responsibilities, Capabilities In The Designated Roles And Successful Talent Development Strategies For Talent Retention.
- Operations Management: Creation, Management And Supervision Of All Operating Activities With Continuous Increase In Performance And Achievement Of Set Sla`s, Efficiency And Profitability, With Strong Focus On Customer Satisfaction. Creation And Presentation Of Reports And Dashboards To Different Management Levels In The Company.
- Project Management: Development And Execution Of Complex National And International Projects. Measurement And Management Of Specific Results.
Languages
Education
MIB School of Management, Trieste - Italy
Master in Business Administration · Business Administration · Trieste, Italy
Technical Institute, Dietikon - Switzerland
Diploma Technician in Logistics · Logistics · Dietikon, Switzerland
Business School, Winterthur - Switzerland
Apprenticeship · International shipping · Winterthur, Switzerland
Certifications & licenses
European Senior Logistician ESLog
European Logistics Association ELA
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