Gianfrancesco Melpignano
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Seasoned professional in logistics management, offering focused approach to streamline operations, enhance productivity and boost profitability. Possess unique skills in strategic planning, team leadership and risk mitigation. Committed to driving business success by implementing efficient supply chain strategies and maintaining cost-effective inventory management.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sr. Logistics Manager
WSP
Riyadh
02.2023 - 03.2025
- King Salman Park Project
- Worked within the Project Management and Construction Management (PMCM) team, coordinating the logistics of 9 Construction Packages
- Developed and managed the project's logistics and security strategy
- Reviewed supplier proposals
- Managed logistics meetings
- Supervised logistics operations
- Coordinated with stakeholders
- Overhauled outdated logistics processes, modernisation achieved.
- Analysed logistical problems and developed new solutions, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Conducted regular audits of all logistic functions for quality assurance.
- Coordinated logistics operations according to stakeholder, supplier and client needs.
- Advised on transport types, routes and schedules to improve operational efficiency.
- Generated different reports for performance review and analysis.
- Ensured timely deliveries through effective route planning and scheduling.
Base Logistics Manager
Saipem
Saudi Arabia
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Offshore Projects Saudi Aramco
- Managed port terminal operations
- Supervised terminal budget
- Managed vessels, tugs, and barges
- Responsible for safety and health
- Strategic and operational planning
- Company representative on external committees
- Managed shipping and inventory
- Supervised company assets
Port and Base Sr. Logistics Manager
Intels Services
Nigeria
12.2017 - 01.2021
- Ports of Onne and Warri
- Similar responsibilities as the previous role in Saipem
Director Logistics
SICIM
Turkey
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Trans Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP) Project
- Responsible for the mechanical workshop
- Managed the logistics supply chain
- Planned and monitored deliveries
- Supervised logistics, warehouse, and transportation
Senior Logistics Manager
SICIM
Kazakhstan
10.2016 - 03.2017
- CaTro Tengiz Chevron Project
- Similar responsibilities as the previous role in SICIM, Turkey
Logistics Manager
Marubeni
Kazakhstan
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Refinery Modernization Project, Phase 3
- Managed the logistics supply chain
- Planned and monitored deliveries
- Supervised logistics, warehouse, and transportation
Senior Logistics Manager
ENI
Kazakhstan
07.2013 - 01.2016
- KPO - Karachaganak Petroleum Operating bv
- Material planning and inventory management
- Supervised logistics operations (sea freight and inland transportation)
- Coordinated with customs agents
- Managed import and export operations
- Inventory development and optimization
Port & Base Logistics Manager
ENI
Ghana
11.2011 - 07.2013
- Sankofa-Gye Nyame Offshore Project
- Managed port terminal operations
- Managed supply vessel operations
- Responsible for safety and health
- Strategic and operational planning
Construction Tankage Manager
Saipem
Saudi Arabia
02.2010 - 10.2011
- Manifah Arabian Heavy Crude Project
- Managed the construction of 12 oil storage tanks
- Planned and directed construction activities
- Supported project and construction management
- Coordinated with the owner's representative
Field Engineering Manager
Saipem
Angola
08.2007 - 01.2010
- Bechtel Project Angola LNG
- Prepared the field engineering execution plan
- Managed on-site engineering activities
- Analyzed the feasibility of construction work
Construction Manager
EDIFER
Angola
01.2005 - 07.2007
- SONANGOL Facilities Projects
- Supervised and directed construction projects
- Reviewed the project to plan deliveries and estimate costs
Director Logistics
OPCA
Angola
11.2003 - 01.2005
- SONANGOL Facilities Projects
- Similar responsibilities as the previous role in SICIM, Turkey
QA/QC Manager
DENSO Group
Portugal
01.1993 - 11.2003
- Automotive sector
- Quality process and control management
- Coordinated after-sales logistics
Deputy Construction Manager
Mattioli SpA
Italy
01.1990 - 12.1992
- Construction of 12 residential buildings
- Supported the Construction Manager in coordinating site activities
- Responsible for site logistics
Education
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Transport & Logistics)
University of Padova
Italy 09.1985 - 11.1992
Skills
- Advanced excel proficiency
- Routing and scheduling understanding
- Multimodal transportation
- Quality Control
- Cost Accounting
- Global logistics
- Quality assurance techniques
- Supply chain coordination
- Traffic coordination
- Strategic capacity planning
- Data analysis
- Decision making
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Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Italian
Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate
Spanish
Elementary
Affiliations
- sports
Timeline
Sr. Logistics Manager
WSP
02.2023 - 03.2025
Base Logistics Manager
Saipem
03.2021 - 01.2023
Port and Base Sr. Logistics Manager
Intels Services
12.2017 - 01.2021
Director Logistics
SICIM
03.2017 - 11.2017
Senior Logistics Manager
SICIM
10.2016 - 03.2017
Logistics Manager
Marubeni
01.2016 - 10.2016
Senior Logistics Manager
ENI
07.2013 - 01.2016
Port & Base Logistics Manager
ENI
11.2011 - 07.2013
Construction Tankage Manager
Saipem
02.2010 - 10.2011
Field Engineering Manager
Saipem
08.2007 - 01.2010
Construction Manager
EDIFER
01.2005 - 07.2007
Director Logistics
OPCA
11.2003 - 01.2005
QA/QC Manager
DENSO Group
01.1993 - 11.2003
Deputy Construction Manager
Mattioli SpA
01.1990 - 12.1992
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Transport & Logistics)
University of Padova
09.1985 - 11.1992
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