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MICHAEL SAIMONI DELANIMATI TAMANISAU

MICHAEL SAIMONI DELANIMATI TAMANISAU

Vatuwaqa,Fiji Islands

Summary

Achievement of MBA Qualification by 2027

Results-driven Supply Chain Professional with over 15 years of experience in Procurement, Category Management, Logistics, Inventory Management, and Customs Regulations. Proven expertise in implementing cost-effective strategies to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery. Adept at leading teams, optimizing supply chain operations, and ensuring compliance with customs and regulatory frameworks. Seeking opportunities to leverage my expertise in driving efficiency and business growth. Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader Logistics Operations

Post Fiji (PTE) Limited
05.2023 - Current
  • Managed logistics operations across 58 postal stations, ensuring optimal supply chain performance
  • Oversaw Procurements and Logistics & Supply Chain process and being actively involved in operations, that oversaw the replenishment of Retail Operations stock in 59 Postal Stations Fiji wide
  • Conducted inventory forecasting, cost-benefit analysis, and reconciliation to reduce discrepancies
  • Prepared inventory reports for the Audit Subcommittee with actionable recommendations
  • Negotiated third-party logistics agreements, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness

Stock & Customs Manager (Expatriate)

Pacific Blue Starr
11.2019 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: Republic of the Marshall Islands
  • Managed retail operations, category management, and customer service while overseeing import consignments Logistics, Costings and Customs clearance from the USA, Philippines, China, and India
  • Improved stock turnover through strategic marketing and cross-functional collaboration
  • Ensured customs compliance, optimizing import costs and margins and review of retail prices to ensure effective turnover
  • Republic of the Marshall Islands

National Sales Representative - Samsung

Pacificomm New Zealand (PTE) Limited
01.2018 - 10.2019
  • Collaborated with Samsung Electronics, NZ to execute channel briefs and ensure retail compliance in stores and Dealership Channels Fiji wide working with Vodafone Fiji PTE Limited, Digicel Fiji, Tappoos Fiji Limited, Value Fones ensuring effective compliance with Samsung Compliance Standards, Trade execution, Training with the view to increase market share for Samsung Phones, Tablets, Wearables and Vision products in Fiji
  • Led sales and marketing campaigns, delivering product training, and enhancing customer experiences
  • Provided market intelligence and competitor analysis to Samsung New Zealand to improve forecasting accuracy via remote reporting on MCS application from Fiji

Department Head of Inventory

Ranjit Garments (MFG) Limited
06.2015 - 12.2017
  • Directed inventory operations, ensuring compliance with protocols and achieving monthly KPIs pertaining to Line plans and production schedules
  • Initiated a job evaluation exercise leading to improved efficiency and a promotion within seven months

Supply & Distribution Manager (Expatriate)

SKHL
11.2012 - 12.2014
  • Company Overview: Papua New Guinea
  • Managed Supply Chain Purchasing, Costing, Inventory and central distribution operations, logistics, and security for high-risk deliveries and routes
  • Conducted inventory control and implemented Capacity building training programs to enhance operational standards
  • Papua New Guinea

Procurements & Export Shipping Coordinator

Courts Fiji Limited
Suva, Fiji
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Company Overview: Suva, Fiji
  • Managed category portfolios, including stock allocation, costing and pricing analysis, promotional strategies, and advertising initiatives
  • Conducted competitor analysis and price comparisons through media monitoring and surveillance; implemented pricing strategies within allocated gross profit margins
  • Monitored sales performance for assigned categories, reviewed margins, and analyzed stock performance using New Vision and Snapshots reports
  • Sourced vendors and negotiated pricing, terms, and minimum order quantities (MOQs) for local and overseas suppliers
  • Coordinated stock movements, including inland transportation, shipping to all Fiji branches, and export logistics to regional branches in Tonga and other Pacific outlets
  • Oversaw stock inventory control, monitored replenishment of continued lines, and recommended pricing adjustments to minimize aged stock
  • Conducted stock age analysis and implemented contingency measures to optimize inventory levels
  • Prepared range plans during branch visits and managed both local and overseas purchase orders
  • Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely product delivery and maintained up-to-date purchasing records
  • Coordinated inter-branch deliveries and worked with the inventory manager on planning, forecasting, and inventory management
  • Liaised with suppliers, branch managers, and supervisors on procurement and SKU allocation
  • Managed import and export processes, liaising with the Fiji Islands Revenue and Customs Authority (FIRCA)
  • Prepared duty drawback schedules and coordinated with freight forwarders for logistics compliance
  • Suva, Fiji

Group Procurements Officer (S&OP Logistics & Distribution)

Fosters Group Pacific Limited
Suva, Fiji
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Company Overview: Suva, Fiji
  • Led and supervised a team of three direct reports, providing strategic direction to achieve key performance objectives
  • Managed costing, procurement, and system entry of overseas raw materials for Suva and Lautoka Breweries using JD Edwards ERP
  • Coordinated with Customs, suppliers, and statutory bodies to ensure timely clearance of imported raw materials and machinery parts
  • Planned and forecasted raw material requirements aligned with production outputs, including transport scheduling and fleet management
  • Raised purchase orders for the bottle buy-back scheme and facilitated supplier payments in collaboration with the Finance team
  • Participated in cross-departmental meetings to align production plans with the Master Production Schedule and optimize order lead times
  • Negotiated cost-effective contracts with shipping and freight forwarding agents under Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)
  • Procured local and international raw materials, ensuring uninterrupted supply to meet production demands
  • Monitored daily production output and inventory stock, reconciling variances and preparing detailed reports
  • Generated weekly stock aging reports to support Sales and S&OP decision-making processes
  • Maintained organized and compliant storage facilities in adherence to best warehousing practices
  • Suva, Fiji

Customs Officer

Fiji Islands Revenue & Customs Authority
Suva, Fiji
01.2000 - 01.2009
  • Company Overview: Suva, Fiji
  • Served in various capacities within the Customs Department, including the Revenue Division, Risk & Compliance, Enforcement & Border Control, Investigations and Intelligence
  • Seconded to the Joint Fiji Customs and Police Transnational Crime Unit (TCU)
  • Ensured compliance with the Customs Act 1986 and safeguarded Fiji's border and policing of illicit activities at Fijis Borders
  • Calculated and collected applicable import tax according to the Harmonized Customs Tariff on import and luggage of travelling passengers
  • Calculation of commercial import taxes
  • Verification and reconciliation of Aircraft ship stores and surcharging of discrepancies to Airline Operators on Duty Free items lost and or misplaced / unaccounted
  • Issued clearances for aircraft, exports, and aircrew
  • Reported to the Manager of Investigation & Intelligence, responsible for conducting investigations and pursuing prosecutions for breaches of the Fiji Customs Act
  • Conducting Investigations, Interviews, recording and filing of Investigation files
  • Ensured integrity of the chain of evidence and executed searches and raids
  • Conducted surveillance of persons of interest and coordinated with law enforcement on smuggling and alleged breaches of customs regulations
  • Co-ordinating with Regional Customs Organization, Regional Intelligence Liaison Organization, Fiji Police Force, Transnational Crime Unit and Office of the DPP for prosecution of alleged Customs offenses
  • Suva, Fiji

Education

Certificate - 5S, Inventory Management

Post Fiji PTE Limited / Fiji National University
Fiji
09.2024

Diploma - Business (Economics)

Fiji Institute of Technology
Fiji
06.2000

Fiji School Leaving Certificate -

Marist Brothers High School
12.1996

Completed Year 7 - Year 11 -

Monash Secondary College
Melbourne, Australia

Skills

  • Procurement & Category Management
  • Strategic planning
  • Supplier negotiations
  • Tender evaluation
  • Marketing & margin analysis
  • Competitor analysis
  • Inventory Management
  • Stock forecasting
  • ERP utilization
  • Lead-time calculation
  • Stock aging analysis
  • 5S warehousing solutions
  • Sales & Trade Execution
  • Brand advocacy
  • Marketing
  • Compliance management
  • Visual merchandising
  • Planogram development
  • Customs, Shipping & Logistics
  • Import/export documentation
  • Customs tariff interpretation
  • Negotiation with statutory bodies
  • Operational & Team Management
  • Leadership
  • Job evaluation
  • Performance optimization
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite
  • Excel
  • Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Access
  • Outlook
  • Experienced with ERP systems
  • Post Global
  • JD Edwards
  • New Vision
  • ASSYCUDA Global

Accomplishments

  • Successfully reduced inventory discrepancies at Post Fiji from over $1 million to $284,000 through rigorous reconciliation processes.
  • Negotiated reduced fiscal duty rates at Fosters Group Pacific, resulting in significant cost savings.
  • Played a pivotal role in 'Operation Outrigger,' contributing to the largest drug bust in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Implemented a job evaluation exercise at Ranjit Garments, leading to operational improvements and personal career advancement.

Tax Fnpf Number

20-16447-0-0

Birth Registration Number

289995

Languages

  • English, Fluent
  • Fijian, Fluent
  • Tok Pisin, Intermediate

Community Service

  • Board of Trustees, Dravolau Investment Limited, 2014, 2019
  • Volunteer Member, Spinal Injuries Association Fiji, 2009, 2019
  • Member, Marist Old Boys (Fiji & PNG)

References

  • Mr. Augustine Sokimi, Legal Counsel, Permanent Mission of the Republic of the Marshall Islands to the United Nations, Geneva, Switzerland, +417 6029 029, sokimi@rmiembassygeneva.org
  • Mr. Sexon Samillano, Branch Manager, Seeto Kui Holdings Limited, PO Box 1405, Boroko, NCD, PNG, (675) 325 4700, (675) 727 95831 / 78266485 / 81385550, sexon@seetokui.com
  • Mr. Reynell Tanag, Divisional Sales & Marketing Manager, CHM (PNG) Limited, +675 301 0500, +675 707 24733, reynell@chm.com.pg
  • Mr. Sushant Krishna, Former Operations Manager, Seeto Kui Holdings Limited, PNG, Branch Manager, Turners & Growers (Fiji) Limited, (+679) 999 1146, sushant.chetty@gmail.com
  • Mr. Gihan K. Arachchi, Former Inventory & Supply Chain Manager, Courts Fiji Limited, Supply Chain Operations Manager, Betacraft NZ Limited, +64 637 68456, gihan@betacraft.co.nz

Driver License Number

774487

Personal Information

  • Citizenship: Fijian
  • Date of Birth: 11/18/79
  • Gender: Male
  • Marital Status: Married

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Team Leader Logistics Operations

Post Fiji (PTE) Limited
05.2023 - Current

Stock & Customs Manager (Expatriate)

Pacific Blue Starr
11.2019 - 12.2022

National Sales Representative - Samsung

Pacificomm New Zealand (PTE) Limited
01.2018 - 10.2019

Department Head of Inventory

Ranjit Garments (MFG) Limited
06.2015 - 12.2017

Supply & Distribution Manager (Expatriate)

SKHL
11.2012 - 12.2014

Procurements & Export Shipping Coordinator

Courts Fiji Limited
01.2011 - 01.2012

Group Procurements Officer (S&OP Logistics & Distribution)

Fosters Group Pacific Limited
01.2010 - 01.2011

Customs Officer

Fiji Islands Revenue & Customs Authority
01.2000 - 01.2009

Certificate - 5S, Inventory Management

Post Fiji PTE Limited / Fiji National University

Diploma - Business (Economics)

Fiji Institute of Technology

Fiji School Leaving Certificate -

Marist Brothers High School

Completed Year 7 - Year 11 -

Monash Secondary College

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