Altaf Dalvi, API Cs Cscp
About Altaf Dalvi, API Cs Cscp
Altaf Dalvi is a Demand & Supply Planning Manager with extensive experience in inventory management and supply chain optimization. He has worked at Arc International Middle East since 2014 and previously held a regional supply planner position at Henkel Adhesive Technologies.
Current Role at Arc International Middle East
Altaf Dalvi serves as the Demand & Supply Planning Manager at Arc International Middle East. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the company's operations in Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. In this role, he manages demand and supply planning for the IMEA region, overseeing a production capacity of 60,000 tons and 4,000 active SKUs. His efforts contribute to an annual revenue of $100 million, focusing on aligning the planning organization with customer needs and enhancing order fulfillment.
Previous Experience at Henkel Adhesive Technologies
Before joining Arc International Middle East, Altaf Dalvi worked at Henkel Adhesive Technologies as a Regional Supply Planner. His tenure lasted for 10 months in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 2013 to 2014. In this role, he was involved in supply chain management, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Altaf Dalvi has a solid educational foundation in technology and management. He studied at the Indian Technical Institute, earning a Diploma in Computer Hardware Technology/Technician from 1998 to 1999. Prior to that, he completed a Diploma in Computer Management at Softech Computer Education from 1995 to 1996. He also holds a Higher Secondary Certificate from Anjuman Islam, obtained from 1991 to 1993.
Expertise in Demand and Supply Planning
Altaf Dalvi has developed expertise in demand and supply planning over his career. He focuses on inventory rationalization through minimum order quantity and efficient delivery cycle lead time, which enhances customer service levels. He has played a significant role in establishing service level agreements between sales, marketing, and production to improve service accuracy and efficiency.
Long-term Role at Arc International Middle East LLC
Prior to his current position, Altaf Dalvi served as the Demand Planning & Forecasting Manager at Arc International Middle East LLC from 2004 to 2013. During this nine-year period, he contributed to the company's demand planning strategies and forecasting methodologies, further solidifying his expertise in the field.