Manufacturing
Professional Services
Retail
Technology, Information and Media
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Afonso Dourado

Senior Supply Chain Executive | Interim COO / CSCO / Head of Supply Chain and Manufacturing| MSc Ind

About Me

I help businesses turn complex supply chain challenges into strategic growth opportunities. Over the past 12+ years, I’ve transitioned from senior consultant roles into interim executive positions, leading full-scale operations, business unit setups, and post-acquisition carve-outs across retail, FMCG, and manufacturing. I specialize in: * Structuring and scaling new business units * End-to-end supply chain optimization: demand planning, procurement, logistics, warehouse design * Implementing ERP, WMS, and procurement systems to improve efficiency and decision-making * Leading high-performing teams across multiple sites and geographies Key highlights: * Managed spin-offs ) and acted as interim CSCO/COO/Head of Supply Chain, driving operational carve-outs and expanding store networks * Delivered 50+ supply chain strategy and IT projects, including SAP procurement modules, WMS integrations, and sourcing initiatives * Designed and executed procurement processes, RFQs, and supplier performance frameworks I am passionate about leveraging data, technology, and operational insight to build resilient supply chains that fuel business growth. Always open to connecting with fellow supply chain leaders, innovators, and professionals exploring operational excellence.

Jurisdiction

Portugal | Spain | France | United Kingdom | Italy

Notable Employer

  • Senior Supply Chain Consultant | interim COO at Dourado Supply Chain consulting

Experience

Seniority LevelDirector
Years of Experience10-15 years
Current StatusActive
Senior Supply Chain Consultant | interim COONotable
2013 - Present

12 years of experience I help businesses turn complex supply chain challenges into strategic growth opportunities. Over the past 12+ years, I’ve transitioned from senior consultant roles into interim executive positions, leading full-scale operations, business unit setups, and post-acquisition carve-outs across retail, FMCG, and manufacturing. I specialize in: * Structuring and scaling new business units * End-to-end supply chain optimization: demand planning, procurement, logistics, warehouse design * Implementing ERP, WMS, and procurement systems to improve efficiency and decision-making * Leading high-performing teams across multiple sites and geographies Key highlights: * Managed spin-offs ) and acted as interim CSCO/COO/Head of Supply Chain, driving operational carve-outs and expanding store networks * Delivered 50+ supply chain strategy and IT projects, including SAP procurement modules, WMS integrations, and sourcing initiatives * Designed and executed procurement processes, RFQs, and supplier performance frameworks I am passionate about leveraging data, technology, and operational insight to build resilient supply chains that fuel business growth. Always open to connecting with fellow supply chain leaders, innovators, and professionals exploring operational excellence.

Education

Masters of Industrial engineering and ManagementUniversidade Nova de Lisboa
Present

Skills

Core skills0
Languages5

Languages

English
Italian
French
Spanish
Portuguese