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Alan O'Keeffe
VP Analyst
Alan O'Keeffe is a Senior Research Director in the Organizational Development team. Alan covers global supply chain organization design, governance, change management, and supply chain M&A. Using in-depth cross-industry research and insight into trends he provides advice to supply chain leaders on how best to engage people and organizations to address the growing complexity of 21st century supply chains.
Previous experience
Mr. O'Keeffe has more than 20 years of Supply Chain experience, with six years in head of function roles including logistics, customs and physical supply chain, and four years in supply chain consultancy specializing in strategic network optimization. These roles have covered a range of sectors including technology, FMCG and mining, with global, regional and national scope. He provides key insights into organizational develop, design & governance.
Professional background
Anglo American Mining Corporation, Head of Physical Supply Chain, 5 years
DHL, Senior Expert Supply Chain Optimization, Strategic Logistics Consulting, 4 years
Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Head of Logistics/Senior Customs & Trade Lead, 2 years
Areas of coverage
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Supply Chain Transformation
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Supply Chain Leadership
Education
MSc Supply Chain Management
Top Issues That I Help Clients Address
What are the gaps in my company's supply chain capabilities?
What organization design changes are necessary to address these gaps?
How can I leverage best practices in supply chain governance?
How does my company's logistics network design impact my organizational design