SEBASTIAN PENA
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain Manager and Analyst with 10+ years’ international experience across manufacturing, marine, and public sectors. Proven record in improving demand forecasting, reducing lead times, and optimising inventory performance through data analytics and process improvement. Skilled in S&OP planning, Power BI reporting, and ERP systems including Dynamics 365, SAP, and QAD. Recognised for collaborative leadership, analytical insight, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency and service delivery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Vetus – Maxwell Marine APAC Ltd
11.2021 - Current
- - Manage supply chain and inventory coordination across New Zealand, Australia, the Netherlands, and the US, ensuring product availability and on-time delivery.
- - Develop and implement data visualisation tools in Power BI to support S&OP and decision-making.
- - Enhance production planning accuracy through advanced forecasting and stock analysis, minimising shortages and excess inventory.
- - Lead cross-functional initiatives to streamline workflows, improve supplier performance, and strengthen customer satisfaction.
- - Oversee end-to-end process improvement projects, integrating analytics to identify bottlenecks and reduce lead times.
- Key Achievements:
- - Implemented automated analytics tools for stock assessment and demand forecasting, reducing planning time by 25%.
- - Designed a lead-time prediction model that improved delivery reliability across APAC by 15%.
- - Represented Maxwell Marine at the Yanmar-Vetus Global Improvement Competition (2024), presenting a BI tool enhancing product knowledge for sales teams.
PURCHASING, PLANNING & LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Stratex – Food & Industrial Packaging
06.2021 - 11.2021
- - Supported production planning and procurement of raw materials, ensuring stable supply and cost efficiency.
- - Analysed work orders and supplier performance to prevent errors and improve delivery accuracy.
- - Conducted market research and supplier benchmarking to enhance negotiation outcomes.
- - Coordinated between production, warehouse, and dispatch to meet tight delivery timelines.
- Key Achievement:
- - Developed a data-driven optimisation model for production order analysis, improving material flow and supplier lead times.
WAREHOUSE TEAM MEMBER
Mediterranean Foods
09.2020 - 06.2021
- - Coordinated stock movements across multiple locations to maintain balanced inventory levels.
- - Ensured compliance with MPI biosafety and health & safety standards.
- - Improved warehouse efficiency through better routing and order tracking systems.
- Key Achievement:
- - Introduced a new stock routing system that reduced delivery lead times by 20%.
CONSULTANT – Knowledge & Innovation Management
Mining-Energy Planning Unit
10.2020 - 02.2021
- - Evaluated organisational processes and designed innovation management frameworks.
- - Led workshops and training sessions to strengthen data governance and knowledge-sharing capabilities.
PMO COORDINATOR
Administrative Department of Public Service
07.2016 - 05.2019
- - Coordinated national innovation and knowledge management projects.
- - Analysed performance data to identify trends and improve public-sector efficiency.
- - Developed tools and metrics for continuous improvement and policy implementation.
- Key Achievement:
- - Created national guidelines for Knowledge Management and Innovation (KM&I) measurement and implementation.
PROJECT MANAGER
National Institute of Legal Medicine & Forensic Sciences
01.2015 - 07.2016
- - Managed multiple research and infrastructure projects across regional branches.
- - Oversaw procurement, budgeting, and compliance processes.
- - Delivered performance dashboards improving project transparency and accountability.
Organisational Development Analyst
National Institute of Legal Medicine & Forensic Sciences
12.2010 - 01.2015
- - Led process standardisation and logistics coordination, introducing zoning strategies that reduced delivery costs and times.
Operations Coordinator
EGD Strategic Solutions Ltd
12.2009 - 12.2010
- - Led process standardisation and logistics coordination, introducing zoning strategies that reduced delivery costs and times.
Education
Master's in Logistics Management -
Autonomous University of Barcelona
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Colombian School of Engineering Julio Garavito
Skills
- Technical Skills: Power BI Dynamics 365 Business Central SAP QAD Jet Reports MS Project Advanced Planning & Optimisation (APO) MRP Excel Pivot & Query
- Core Competencies: Supply Chain Optimisation S&OP Planning Demand Forecasting Inventory Management Supplier Relationship Management Data Analysis Continuous Improvement Stakeholder Engagement Production Scheduling Project Management (PMP Certified)
- Warehouse operations
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Supplier relationship management
- Logistics management
- Supply chain management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Forecasting accuracy
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Logistics planning
- Strategic sourcing
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (Fluent), Spanish (Native)
Timeline
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Vetus – Maxwell Marine APAC Ltd
11.2021 - Current
PURCHASING, PLANNING & LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Stratex – Food & Industrial Packaging
06.2021 - 11.2021
CONSULTANT – Knowledge & Innovation Management
Mining-Energy Planning Unit
10.2020 - 02.2021
WAREHOUSE TEAM MEMBER
Mediterranean Foods
09.2020 - 06.2021
PMO COORDINATOR
Administrative Department of Public Service
07.2016 - 05.2019
PROJECT MANAGER
National Institute of Legal Medicine & Forensic Sciences
01.2015 - 07.2016
Organisational Development Analyst
National Institute of Legal Medicine & Forensic Sciences
12.2010 - 01.2015
Operations Coordinator
EGD Strategic Solutions Ltd
12.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Colombian School of Engineering Julio Garavito
Master's in Logistics Management -
Autonomous University of Barcelona
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Right to Work: Eligible to work in New Zealand (Resident Visa)