Christophe BOULANGER

Experience

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  Groupe J.L. VILGRAIN

  Jun 1992 - Jul 1994

  Sales and Marketing Manager Europe

  Development of a portfolio of 200 customers (including ACCOR) on QSR & Retail Market in France, Germany and UK.

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  EXEL LOGISTICS FRANCE

  Sept 1994 - Aug 1999

  Director of Supply Chain Solutions Department

  - Produce of complete technical solutions: warehouse, Labour, IT, Storage and handling equipment sizing - Elaboration of full operating budgets.- Negotiation and signature of new contracts (Auchan Food, Boulanger, Bongrain…)- Assist the National Commercial Director of Exel Transport controlled temperature to manage Key Contract customers and create a brand new "Smart" Transport Tariff used by the 26 Distribution Agencies and their sales force.- Support to the Development of innovative Logistics solutions, by supporting and training Regional Commercial Directors- Move From Engineering Project Manager as Manager of the whole Department (5 Employees) Show less

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  CAT Groupe

  Sept 1999 - Aug 2004

  Director of the logistics and Motorbikes Division

  Deputy Managing Director: - Streamlined operational, financial, and commercial processes across Europe, managing contracts for Renault Europe support.Director of Supply Chain Engineering, Procurement, and Task Force (2 years): - Achieved a remarkable +25% quality improvement and +30% productivity increase in platforms and transport.Director of Logistics and Motorcycles Division (1 year): - Generated over €10M in business development with renowned brands such as BMW, Honda, and Kawasaki. Show less

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  DHL

  Oct 2004 - Mar 2010

  Senior Development Director EMEA

  - Led strategic development initiatives for the supply-chain across Europe for the automotive and Industrial Markets- Implemented innovative solutions to optimize operational efficiency and improve Business Development performance.Successfully expanded and strengthened the supply-chain network across multiple European regions with Key Customers such as Renault, Faurecia, Legrand, Schneider- Developed and nurtured key relationships with suppliers, vendors, and logistics partners.- Achieved significant cost savings and process improvements through effective supply-chain management, sharing benefits with Key Customers.- Played a vital role in driving cross-functional collaboration and alignment across different European and country teams.- Contributed to the overall growth and profitability of the organization through strategic supply-chain initiatives (+30M€ additional Business) Show less

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  Keystone Foods

  May 2010 - Jun 2013

  Managing Director (Paris)

  100 M€ revenue; 100 Employees - 600 customers in QSR Market - Re-positionne KEYSTONE on its core business : Sourcing, Procurement, Demand Planning, Supply & Logistics, Distribution and call center.- Restructuring KEYSTONE : Finance, Operations, Customer Management (3 major customers retained - Courtepaille, Mezzo di Pasta, La Pataterie).- Improve operational results (-1,M€ EBITDA y-1 and +,05 M€ in 2012).- Creation and presidency of Work Council & Hygiene, Safety and Working Conditions Committee.- .Managed KEYSTONE Acquisition following Worldwide Group shareholder changes. Show less

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  CEVA Logistics

  Sept 2013 - Mar 2016

  Managing Director of Logistics Ceva France

  -Managed Directly 7 Logistics Site Directors plus Lean Management Team, Contract Management with over 1000 Employees - Achieved significant profitability and quality growth within the division, implementing a successful Turnaround plan resulting in approximately €2M EBIDTA improvement in 2014 and 2015.- Successfully recovered and revitalized key logistics contracts with major clients including Fiat, GSK, Weldom, and Philips.- Implemented an effective Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policy, resulting in a 20% reduction in workplace accidents within one year.- Implemented a comprehensive transformation of the Lean Management system across all sites, driving operational excellence. Show less

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  INNOVATIVE TRANSITION

  May 2016 - now

  Manager de Transition - Expert en Supply Chain Value

  Transformation Director (Industrial Bakery, European Leader - 300 Employees)- Optimized and reduced costs across 11 sites, resulting in a €5.8 million (12%) cost reduction.- Prepared and led the subsidiary's transformation project, rallying the Group MD and COMEX team.Managing Director - Branch Food Wholesaler (250 Employees)- Turned around a deficit of -8 M€ to -3 M€, improving financial performance.Streamlined operations, reducing payroll by 70 employees without the need for a job protection plan (PSE).- Increased productivity by +15% in logistics and transport, and +10% in distribution, while reducing inventory costs.Site Director - Worldwide Beer Leader (100 Employees)- Successfully managed operations during a crisis, implementing a new management approach.- Developed a recovery plan and achieved a 50% improvement in on-time-in-full (OTIF) delivery, reaching 91%.Supply Chain Director - Low-Cost Retailer (France)- Implemented new processes and key performance indicators (KPIs) for outsourced activities.- Effectively managed the relationship between the customer and the logistics provider, resolving conflicts.Executive Site Director - World-Leader for Brown and White Products- Successfully rehabilitated a site with 250 FTE, 35 000 sim, facing operational, financial, and social severe crises.- Overcame challenges during the intense Christmas season and achieved a successful recovery within 3 months. Show less