IPSCMI - Key Persons
Abdul Rachim has worked for oil and gas industry since 1991 in multinational companies such as Asamera Oil, Gulf Indonesia Resources and ConocoPhillips Indonesia. Several positions as Purchasing Expeditor, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Superintendent, Government Relations Coordinator, HR Superintendent, Logistics Manager, HR Manager, Procurement Manager and Vice President Supply Chain Management.
He was also a professional trainer and guest speaker in several HR and SCM sessions. Abdul Rachim holds an Engineering Degree in Electronis and Computer from Trisakti University and graduated from Master of Management from University of Indonesia. Through his experience in various roles and positions, primarily in Supply Chain Management, he could share his knowledge and expertise as a trainer.
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- Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety Manager
Ayman Shokry, CISCM is an IPSCMI Consultant and an innovative, customer-focused, continuous improvement, Supply Chain Professional. He has been a part of the logistics and supply chain management industry for the past 24 years, including 19 years in a managerial role in all facets of SCM including logistics, inventory control, warehouse management, procurement, contracts, distribution, fleet management, planning/scheduling and project management. Ayman holds an Honours BA in commerce from Alexandria University (Egypt) and a Master in logistics and international transportation from Arab Academy for Science & Technology and Maritime Transportation (AASTMT) - Egypt. Ayman's professional designations & accreditation in Supply Chain Management include Certified Supply Chain Professional (CPIM), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CSCP) and Certified International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM).
Bob Forshay, CPIM, CIRM, CISCP, CISCM, CIPM, CISM, is focusing on Business Process and Supply Chain Management transformation for clients, consulting to leaders and training teams to help them realize competitive advantage. A consultant to Fortune 500 firms since 2006, Bob is also a Master Instructor of supply chain management certifications since 1989 for ISCEA, IPSCMI and VCARE. In addition to IPSCMI certifications including, CISCP, CISCM, Bob holds professional certifications including CSCTA, Certified Supply Chain Transformation Architect and CLM, Certified Lean Master in supply chain and operations management. Bob has helped business leaders achieve remarkable gains through transformation projects, applying Lean-Six Sigma solutions. A volunteer leader of 2 different nonprofits, and author, and international speaker, Bob has supported 1000's of practitioners passing through his certification classes from all around the globe. With experience in multiple industries, Bob has provided significant gains in Planning and Forecasting, Product Development, Global Supply Chain Management, Customer Service, Purchasing and Strategic Supplier Management, Inventory, Warehousing, Manufacturing, Operations Management and Quality Systems.
Dr. Jon Hodson,MBA, is an IPSCMI Consultant who has over 32 year's global career experience stemming: international and domestic board/chairman, executive and non-executive director leadership, senior management, risk, compliance, governance, general management, consulting, executive advisory, public speaking, academic/University lecturing (masters degree level), vocational education and training, engineering, procurement and supply chain management, security, property services and national defense roles stemming both the public (local, state & federal) and (extensive/varied) private sectors.
Jon - through both his consulting and functional role career history to-date - has led aspects of multi-million dollar contracts having utilized skills such as team leadership/management, proposal/contract writing, procurement analysis (including e-procurement), production/operations management, supply chain management/supply chain planning, materials management, sourcing management, transport and logistics management, services contracting, international purchasing, negotiations, cost and price analysis, lean six sigma (‘black belt'), subcontract/supplier management, supplier quality management, contract administration.
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- Executive Director, Academics / Blue Ocean Academy
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- Board Advisor / African Egyptian Consulting Group
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- Director / PT Husin Intelligence Group
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- Senior Manager, Procurement & Operation / Multimedia Development Corporation SDN BHD
Grace Callister, MA, CISCM, CHRM, CICSP, CIPT, CIPTM is a proven Business Disruptor with more than 20 years' experience in Human Resource, Business Excellence and Logistics. She worked for a variety of organizations in the UK, UAE and the Philippines. Well-versed in all facets of Strategic HR Management, Training, Customer Service and Administration, Grace is also experienced in Logistics Management and Quality Systems. Grace is a certified QMS Lead Auditor and UAE KHDA Certified Trainer. She is currently the Director of Human Resource and Training at iQuBETS, Course Director at the American Certification Institute (ACI), Business Development Consultant at Hurey HRIS and a Global Ambassador & Vice President of Fame Times International Excellence Awards LLP.
James P. Rogers, CIPN, CISCM, CIPM is an IPSCMI Consultant with a Bachelor of Science from the US Military Academy and a Masters of Business Administration, Hawaii American University. He is certified as a CPIM, Certified in Production and Inventory Management, APICS, TOEEP Assessor, Oral English, for ETS USA, as a CPP, Certified Purchasing Manager, APS, as a CPPM, Certified Purchasing Professional Manager, APS, and as a Six Sigma Instructor with the International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute. He has prepared Individuals for Certification in Operations Management and Quality Management, provided certification and testing or organizations in areas such as Six Sigma and Lean, and provided coaching, mentoring, quota achievement, sales management, territory management, solution sales, project management, marketing, and leadership development to various international clients. James has lectured at several Chinese and US universities, and is a noted expert on Chinese trade and business practices.
John Ellis, CHRM, CHRMC has a lifetime's experience in training and more than 40,000 people have attended his courses from around the world. He is the founder of Ellis Capital Partners, a company in the UK with investment funds available of 750 Million US Dollars. He is a Board Advisor to 7 companies advising on strategy for company expansion. Being a qualified business coach and executive mentor, he has guided several organizations and individuals to thrive in the business world. He is the author of several books and has presented insights on different issues on popular television channels including the BBC and Sky TV.
Marieta Glas, CISCM, is an IPSCMI Consultant with more than twenty two years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain management. She has strong analytical skill and is able to quickly identify problems and successfully implement solutions. She holds a Diploma: Purchasing & Materials Management Damelin Management School in Pretoria, 1990, (Obtained first class), a National Diploma: Purchasing Management Technicon RSA in Johannesburg, 1994.(Obtained 7 distinctions), has been awarded an Advanced Certificate in Purchasing Management (UNISA) University of South Africa in Pretoria, 1996 (Passed the course with distinction), and holds Certification: CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) APICS: The Association for Operations Management (USA), 2002, Certification: CPF (Certified Professional Forecaster) IBF: Institute of Business Forecasting & Planning (USA), 2010 Certification: CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) APICS: The Association for Operations Management (USA), 2011 Certified Trainer: In "The Fresh Connection" - Inchainge (Netherlands). Marieta is an excellent procurement and supply chain management consultant and instructor and a welcome addition to API cadre of consultants/trainers.
Rajesh Bhandari, MBA, CPPM, CIPC, CICCM, CSSGB, CISCC is a supply chain, procurement and contracts professional with more than 30 years of experience as a practitioner, manager, consultant, public speaker and trainer. His approach integrates training and consultancy, value analysis and business process re-engineering. He has helped several organizations to harness the skills of their employees and achieve long-term goals. He ensures that professionals are able to apply supply chain knowledge in real-life scenarios, align between business strategy, supply chain strategy and departmental levels and earn better profit margins from purchasing and sourcing operations.The training sessions conducted by Rajesh are appreciated for the interactivity and the focus on enabling trainees to achieve their learning goals.
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- Procurement Supervisor / Methanol Chemicals Company
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- Consultant and Trainer in the Field of SCM
Samer Tell is currently working as a freelancer, consultant and trainer in the field of SCM. Conducting training courses related to Procurement, Logistics, Transportation and Supply Chain Management. His working experience is strongly supported by an academic background and achieved professional certificates, he is holding master degree (MSc) in Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, bachelor degree (BA) in Business Administration, Certified in Procurement & Supply Operations (CIPS), a Certified International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM), a Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager (CICCM), a Certified International Transportation and Logistics (CITL) and a Certified International Trade, Shipping & Logistics Professional (CITLP) and certified in Six Sigma (Green belt). In addition, he is highly knowledgeable in the IATA regulations and shipping incoterms
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- Senior Engineering and Material Manager
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- Conference Director / UNI Strategic Pte Ltd
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- Consultant
- Senior Partner at Pier Consulting Group Inc
Zal Phiroz is an IPSCMI Consultant and an established specialist on marketing segmentation and global supply chain practices, within global impact areas including the fast moving consumer goods and IT industry. He has held a number of executive and senior management roles, including appointments at Proctor & Gamble (NYSE:PG), TELUS (NYSE:T), and is currently a member of faculty at Harvard University and USC Marshall School of Business.