Paul Smith
Rotorua,BOP
Summary
With over 30+ years of experience, strong background in overseeing remote/challenging supply chain operations, inventory management, and logistics. Expertise lies in leading high-budget projects with short timelines to successful completion, prioritising cost-effectiveness and exceeding both internal and external customer satisfaction. Excels in adaptability and has a keen eye for the "big picture" of a project, ensuring readiness and timely handover of the vessel.
Experienced with overseeing all facets of warehouse operations, including inventory management and logistics coordination. Utilizes effective communication and leadership to ensure seamless workflow and team cohesion. Track record of maintaining high safety standards and operational efficiency.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics / Warehouse Manager
Royal Caribbean Group
08.2007 - 10.2023
- Remote set-up warehouse locations for 22 cruise ship new build projects and multiple dry dock projects worldwide.
- Receipt of all owners supply, reconciliation of purchase orders.
- Oversee all equipment & labour requirements for ensuring prompt loading of the vessel based on area readiness.
- Monitor site safety of all staff and crew.
- Carry out 'cold chain' monitoring.
- Shipment tracking, TEU counts & KPIs are updated.
- Full reporting to both yard and owners management offices, host country and USA.
- Customs processes and reporting to them on a regular basis and assisting in any audits they requested.
- Respect the host country and its laws and culture to ensure that strong working relationships were developed.
Senior Officer - Inventory Manager Shipboard
Royal Caribbean International
05.2002 - 08.2007
- Responsible for the US$1.2 million dollar Inventory every 7 days to replenish the vessel
- Carried out cycle counts of all inventory area
- Updated Purchase Orders based on consumption reports
- Followed all USPH requirements
- Assisted Safety Officers and bridge team with vessel emergency control procedures and exercises.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing targeted solutions for improvement.
Purchasing Manager - Pre Opening Hotels & Casino
Sheraton, Hilton, Casino Austria, + Others
01.1983 - 04.2002
- Multiple pre-opening projects through to fully operational hotel & casino related properties
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Used SBOS / Check EAM to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and just-in-time purchasing strategies.
Warehouse Manager
T.A. Macalister Ltd.
01.1979 - 04.1983
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance within company standards.
Military Service
Royal New Zealand Navy
01.1974 - 08.1977
- Ship board and shore establishments as per required manning margins and naval orders
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Palmerston North Boys High - Horowhenua College.
Palmerston North - Levin.Skills
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Effective Project Coordination
- Collaborative Team Management
- Risk Assessment
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Rapid Adjustment to Change
- Strong Work Ethic
- Effective Communication
Personal Information
Nationality: New Zealander
Military Service
Royal New Zealand Navy. Jan 74, Aug 77. (NZDF Service Records have been requested)
Certification
STCW-95.
Occupational Safety Card (Finland)
Timeline
Logistics / Warehouse Manager
Royal Caribbean Group
08.2007 - 10.2023
Senior Officer - Inventory Manager Shipboard
Royal Caribbean International
05.2002 - 08.2007
Purchasing Manager - Pre Opening Hotels & Casino
Sheraton, Hilton, Casino Austria, + Others
01.1983 - 04.2002
Warehouse Manager
T.A. Macalister Ltd.
01.1979 - 04.1983
Military Service
Royal New Zealand Navy
01.1974 - 08.1977
STCW-95.
Occupational Safety Card (Finland)
Some College (No Degree) -
Palmerston North Boys High - Horowhenua College.
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