Karen Coote

Supply chain and logistics planner skilled in demand forecasting, production planning, procurement, and inventory management. Anticipates supply risks and optimizes stock, lead times, and distribution to protect customer service and drive revenue.

Logistics Supervisor & OE Supply Chain Planner, Logistics Manager (Maternity leave Cover) - Continental Tyres Ltd - London

(1989-10 - 2000-11)

Through proactive strategic planning

• Generated £2m in additional revenue in the first month by supplying competitor volumes after promotion to OE Supply Chain Planner/Logistics Supervisor
• Protected contractual supply during French port strikes by positioning strategic UK stock, avoiding costly air freight and production-line risk
• Maintained uninterrupted supply to OE and replacement markets through port and car manufacturer strikes, winning two market-of-the-year awards

Certificate & Partial Diploma - Marketing - CIM