Cameron Sookhoo

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Distribution Centre Manager @Engen | BCom Honours Supply Chain Management

  • Education

    • University of KwaZulu-Natal

      2012 - 2015
      Bachelor of Commerce in supply chain and human resource management Logistics, and Supply Chain Management. Human resource management
    • University of KwaZulu-Natal

      2016 - 2016
      Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) honours Supply chain management Honours
    • University of Cape Town

      2023 - 2023
      Short course Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Experience

    • Bp

      Jan 2017 - Mar 2023

      Achieving shop turnover and gross margin targets as per business unit imperatives. Reducing and controlling shrinkage and wastage within profitable margins. Supporting and contributing to product range development. Monitoring competitor prices and BP franchisee adherence to price strategy. Coaching and training BP business partners and store staff on food service and product development standards. Heading and managing the regional and national marketing and promotional initiatives. Show less Updated the business on contractual and financial performance of sales and purchase agreements.Developed inland logistics plan for fuel deliveries across multiple modes of transport. Maintained Channel of Trade and KPIs and improved the performance measurement matrix. Executed and managed the business strategy. Monitored and managed uplifts vs plan. Managed statistical analysis for data and provided insights on business opportunities. Managed the national delivery schedule to maintain optimal stock at all regions. Show less

      • Business Development Consultant

        May 2022 - Mar 2023
      • Supply Planner

        Dec 2018 - May 2022
      • Supply Chain Graduate

        Jan 2017 - Dec 2018
    • Engen

      Apr 2023 - now

      Managed the end to end supply operations of Engen’s largest distribution centre, by executing demand plans that meet customers orders whilst maintaining optimal levels of inventory. Ensuring that warehouse staff and third party logistics team work towards one vision and have clear instructions. • Analyze supply chain data to ensure the forecast for the medium term plan is accurate, truck utilization is optimized and warehouse floor space is utilized efficiently. • Cost management – ensure that trans shipping costs are within budget and stock write offs are minimal. • Execute and uphold the strategic vision of the Lubricants division through meeting key KPIs and OTIF targets, as well as implementing corrective measures where there are shortfalls. • Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders- weekly feedback sessions to the sales business on any operational issues, communication to direct reports on pertinent matters, and fostering relationships with third party suppliers and Parent company support staff. • Oversee all inventory management operations in the warehouse from stock counts to deliveries, as well as work closely with sales to rectify any queries. Managed a portfolio of 1500 SKUs • Offering mentorship and training to a team of demand planners to ensure alignment between sales and supply chain i.e creating ad hoc processes to meet emergency orders and customer fulfillment. • Ensure strict adherence to HSSE requirements on the site. • Project management i.e Managing the team through a new system implementation – key successes include training the staff on the new system while running manual processes, ensuring planning was accurate and minimized inventory stock outs through high stress 3 month period. Working collaboratively with Parent company support staff to ensure KPIs were met. Show less Executed sales and marketing plan including new business growth – added significant growth to the lubricants business in 2023. • Forecasted customer demand to ensure supply chain accuracy • Managed relationships with Key Account customers to drive growth, reduce credit exposure and improve stock holding at our depots. • Improved stakeholder communication and overall business efficiency • Developed relationships with supply chain to ensure correct process and procedures are followed while executing sales plan. • Managed company owned assets at customer sites to ensure strict adherence to financial and HSEQ KPIs Show less

      • Distribution Centre Manager

        Jun 2024 - now
      • Industrial Sales Specialist

        Apr 2023 - May 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications