Andrew Smith
About Andrew Smith
Andrew Smith is a Global Supply Chain Analyst with extensive experience in supply chain operations and manufacturing process improvements. He co-founded Soil Nutrition and has held various roles at Procter & Gamble, demonstrating expertise in data automation and team leadership.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Andrew Smith has been serving as a Global Supply Chain Analyst at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since 2020. His role involves managing supply chain operations and enhancing efficiency within the organization. He operates in a lockdown location-free environment, which allows for flexibility in his work arrangements. His expertise in supply chain management contributes to the company's objectives in the pharmaceutical sector.
Experience at Procter & Gamble
Andrew Smith has extensive experience at Procter & Gamble, where he held various managerial positions over a span of several years. His roles included Operations Manager, Planning & Warehouse Systems Manager, Production Initiatives Manager, Supply Network Operations Manager, Project Manager, Production and Materials Planning Manager, Distribution Centre Manager, and Quality Assurance and Internal Controls Manager. This diverse experience allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of supply chain dynamics and operational efficiencies.
Co-founding Soil Nutrition
Andrew co-founded Soil Nutrition, where he focused on supply chain operations and manufacturing process improvements. This initiative reflects his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability within the agricultural sector. His involvement in Soil Nutrition demonstrates his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to advancing supply chain methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Smith studied at the University of Cambridge, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Chemical Engineering from 1989 to 1993. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in supply chain management, data automation, and process improvement. He specializes in transforming data into actionable insights, which supports decision-making and operational enhancements.
Leadership and Advocacy
Andrew leads multi-functional teams across various regions, emphasizing commercial awareness and effective communication. He advocates for building organizational capability through a pragmatic, science-based approach, focusing on standardization and simplification. His leadership style fosters collaboration and drives productivity gains through effort elimination and work process improvements.