Director Operations | Blue Ocean Academy
Saju Augustine is a Senior Supply Chain Management Strategist and Trainer with 25 years of rich and diversified experience in SCM. A seasoned SCM leader and communicator, Saju’s core competency areas include Logistics Operations, Distribution Management, Inventory Management, Procurement Management, Order fulfillment management, 3 PL Distribution Center Management, Demand Planning & Forecasting with global MNCs.
Having worked in international hubs like the GCC and Middle East, Saju has extensive knowledge of the supply chain and logistics landscape. Saju has held leadership positions in top global brands like Adidas and Kodak, and has demonstrated his strength in delivering an international mindset for improving processes and increasing profitability with the right planning and implementation techniques.
Professional Experience:
- Senior Director of Supply Chain Management at Adidas Middle East & Africa region, Dubai
- Regional Lead Demand Planner at Kodak Near East for East Europe, Africa, Middle East & Russia (EAMER) region
- Inventory Planner at Swift International Logistics (GCC), Dubai
Qualifications & Certifications:
- MBA in Supply Chain Management from GRIGGS University, USA (Dubai Campus)
- Diploma in Computer Science from Universal college of Engineering, Kerala
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from Kerala University
- Advanced Diploma in Coaching
- Certificate in advanced Forecasting Techniques
- Certificate in “Excellence in Customer Service”
- Certificate in “Logistics & Supply Chain Management”
- Certificate in “Organizational Behavior”
- Certificate in “Value Stream Management in Supply Chain”
- Certificate in “Advanced Communication& Influencing Skills”
- Certificate in “Managing People & Objectives”