SAP (ECC)
Behrad Askari
Supply Chain & Operation Planner
Summary
Analytical and collaborative Supply Chain Planner with 8+ years of experience across master scheduling, short-term planning, and logistics coordination within international manufacturing environments. Skilled in balancing supply and demand, optimizing production flows, and driving operational reliability through data-driven planning. Proficient in SAP (ERP), Advanced Excel, and Power BI, with a strong record of improving delivery performance, reducing planning cycle times, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration. Motivated by continuous improvement and ensuring efficient, reliable supply chain operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Master Scheduler
FMC Corporation
03.2024 - Current
- Led master scheduling aligning supply and production across 0–12 week horizons for the largest plant in Europe (Rønland, DK).
- Introduced scenario-based planning templates improving service reliability and responsiveness.
- Improved on-time delivery by ~10% through schedule flow optimization and process redesign.
- Collaborated with production, procurement, and customer service to anticipate bottlenecks and streamline changeovers.
Distribution Requirements Planner
FMC Corporation
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed short-term material flow and inventory balance for multiple EU sites.
- Designed Power BI dashboards for leadership to monitor stock health and forecast accuracy.
- Reduced planning cycle time by ~20% through data automation and visibility tools.
- Reduced safety stock levels by ~15% while maintaining service level performance.
Senior Order Management Coordinator
FMC Corporation
12.2019 - 04.2023
- Coordinated end-to-end order flow between global production and regional markets.
- Partnered with IT on SAP data enhancements and process upgrades for order visibility.
- Achieved ~98% order accuracy and led initiatives minimizing blocked stock.
- Supported process improvement projects during SAP upgrade rollout phases.
Freight Forwarder
Baldan Limited
10.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversaw international shipments and customs documentation.
- Improved lead-time reliability by aligning carriers with internal distribution schedules.
- Maintained strong relationships with carriers, customs brokers, and clients for smooth coordination of shipments.
- Coordinated international shipments, managing complex logistics and documentation requirements for seamless deliveries.
Education
Short Course - Supply Chain
Cambridge Institute For Sustainability Leadership
Online 04.2001 -
Foundation Diploma - Shipping & Supply Chain
Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
London, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
University of Kent
Kent, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Skills
SAP (ERP) Process Optimization Power BI Supply Chain Transformation Master Scheduling Data Automation Cross-functional Collaboration Root Cause Analysis Scenario Planning Stakeholder Engagement Process Mapping ERP Integration Sustainable Supply Chain Design Value Stream Visibility
Software
Advanced Excel
PowerBi Analytics
Power Automate
ERP Data Models
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Persian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Danish
Elementary (A2)
Interests
Experiences (Traveling exploring new cultures and foods)
Mental and physical health (Running Meditation SaunaGus)
Learning (both fictional and non-fictional reading new skills)
Timeline
Master Scheduler
FMC Corporation
03.2024 - Current
Distribution Requirements Planner
FMC Corporation
04.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Order Management Coordinator
FMC Corporation
12.2019 - 04.2023
Freight Forwarder
Baldan Limited
10.2017 - 08.2019
Short Course - Supply Chain
Cambridge Institute For Sustainability Leadership
04.2001 -
Foundation Diploma - Shipping & Supply Chain
Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
University of Kent
04.2001 -