Florent QUESNOT
Manager Supply Chain | S&OP & Planification Leader
Salary / Daily rate
2553 Safnern, Switzerland
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Dirigeant Supply Chain avec plus de 15 ans d'expérience dans le pilotage mondial de la planification et des opérations au sein de maisons de luxe et d'environnements industriels complexes. Spécialisé dans les missions de structuration, de stabilisation et de transformation de la Supply Chain, avec une expertise forte en S&OP, arbitrage capacité-demande, gouvernance de la planification et performance end-to-end.
Work experience
Director Global Operations, Watches
DKSH
Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 10 months
1422 Grandson, Switzerland
Transforming Global Supply Chains into Strategic Business Assets Leading global distribution operations for multiple luxury watch brands under DKSH’s Luxury Goods network, including Maurice Lacroix. Overseeing multi-continent logistics, procurement, and operations strategy, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and market growth. Key Achievements & Business Impact ➤ Built a global logistics network across Europe, Asia, and America, optimizing cost structures and reducing delivery lead times. ➤ Managed international, cross-functional teams (HQ in Switzerland & 3 regional hubs), enhancing operational agility & collaboration. ➤ Redefined supply chain workflows, leading to a Y% improvement in distribution efficiency & stock optimization. ➤ Implemented Lean methodologies & cost-saving strategies, generating savings while improving service levels. ➤ Transformed digital supply chain regional operations, integrating SAP S/4HANA, Anaplan (S&OP), and Power BI to enhance data-driven decision-making. Key Responsibilities ➤ Spearheading global logistics & 3PL partnerships to optimize luxury goods distribution. ➤ Driving business transformation through digitalization & supply chain automation. ➤ Leading supplier negotiations & strategic procurement to enhance margins & efficiency. ➤ Partnering with C-Level executives to align supply chain strategy with corporate growth objectives.
Maurice Lacroix SA
Jan 2018 - Dec 2023
6 years
Saignelégier, Switzerland
Supply Chain Director
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
3 years
Saignelégier, Switzerland
Elevating End-to-End Supply Chain Strategy for a Global Watch Brand Reporting to the General Manager and serving as a Management Committee member, driving global supply chain transformation from procurement to production and distribution. Key Achievements & Business Impact ➤ Developed & implemented a Strategic Supply Chain Plan, driving efficiency gains and reducing lead times. ➤ Revamped procurement & supplier management by strengthening collaboration with EOMs, achieving cost reductions while improving quality (trhough preshipment inspections process). ➤ Optimized production planning, implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, reducing waste & increasing output. ➤ Led digital transformation initiatives, integrating SAP S/4HANA, ANAPLAN (S&OP), and Power BI to improve forecasting & operational transparency. ➤ Implemented S&OP process, improving demand-supply balance, reducing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory. Key Responsibilities ➤ Overseeing global supply planning, ensuring seamless flow from components to finished goods. ➤ Managing international production sites & supplier quality control to enhance efficiency. ➤ Leading global inventory strategy, optimizing stock levels across all product categories. ➤ Driving integration of business processes & digital systems (PIM, DAM, PLM/PDM, ERP).
Supply Chain Manager
Jan 2018 - Dec 2021
4 years
Saignelégier, Switzerland
Key Achievements ➤ Implemented the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, improving forecast accuracy & supply chain efficiency. ➤ Led central logistics transformation, reducing lead times and optimizing warehouse utilization. ➤ Managed a team of 5 direct reports, fostering a high-performance supply chain team. Key Responsibilities ➤ End-to-end supply planning for all product families. ➤ Implemented Master Production Planning to improve production & demand alignment. ➤ Optimized central stock levels (MTS, MTO, ATO) to enhance order fulfillment efficiency.
EMEA Supply Chain Planner
Philip Morris International
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018
3 years
1422 Grandson, Switzerland
Optimizing Supply Chain Planning & Inventory Management for a Central Tower ➤ Improved SKU availability, reducing stockouts while minimizing excess inventory. ➤ Managed capacity planning & procurement, ensuring optimal supply-demand balance. ➤ Led cost-saving initiatives, streamlining logistics & reducing working capital.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Project Leader
ROLEX
Jan 2014 - Dec 2016
3 years
Biel/Bienne, Switzerland
Driving Continuous Improvement & Lean Transformation ➤ Implemented Lean & Six Sigma methodologies, optimizing manufacturing workflows. ➤ Reduced waste & improved efficiency, leading to an increase in productivity. ➤ Trained operational teams in Lean principles, ensuring sustainable process improvements.
Logistics Project Manager
Richemont
Jan 2007 - Dec 2014
8 years
Fribourg, Switzerland
Global Logistics & Distribution Optimization for a Leading Luxury Group ➤ Led global logistics projects, improving supply chain visibility & efficiency. ➤ Managed contract negotiations, achieving cost savings while enhancing service levels. ➤ Optimized transportation & warehouse operations, reducing costs.
Logilec
Jan 2000 - Dec 2007
8 years
94200 Ivry-sur-Seine, France
Logistics Operations Manager
Jan 2005 - Dec 2007
3 years
94200 Ivry-sur-Seine, France
➤ Led a team of 4, managing a €22M logistics budget. ➤ Implemented cost-saving strategies, reducing overall supply chain expenses.
Logistics Specialist
Jan 2000 - Dec 2005
6 years
94200 Ivry-sur-Seine, France
Upstream order management for a volume of 600'000 pallets per year
Manager
Carrefour
Jan 1992 - Dec 1998
7 years
Caen and Rennes
Department manager in different CARREFOUR hypermarkets in France
Education
APICS Northern Colorado
CPIM, Operations Management and Supervision
2013 - Present
13 years 10 months
MIT Professional Education
Digital Supply Chain: Reinventing Supply Chains for the Future, Information Technology
2025 - 2025
1 year
ESSEC Executive Education
Master's degree, Information Technology
2005 - 2007
3 years
ICN Business School
Master's degree, Logistics, Materials and Supply Chain Management
1999 - 2000
2 years
Université de Caen Normandie
DUT techniques de commercialisation, Marketing
1988 - 1990
3 years
Licenses & certifications
Model Building
Issued: Feb 2022
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Issued: May 2015