CORNEL BADEA
Summary
Dynamic supply chain leader with 13+ years of international experience in healthcare. Expert in driving operational excellence, achieving 10-20% annual cost savings, and optimizing processes to augment efficiency. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, maintaining over 85% engagement. Implemented initiatives such as a green delivery program, resulting in 20% of deliveries being eco-friendly, and elevated forecast accuracy to 80%, bringing bottlenecks close to zero. Committed to fostering stakeholder relationships and a customer-centric culture through innovative, sustainable solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Head of Commercial Supply Chain
ROCHE DC
04.2022 - Current
- Managed distribution (warehousing and transportation) for a business exceeding €300 million, refining product portfolio planning and stock availability to fulfill high customer satisfaction at optimal cost
- Secured 10-20% annual cost savings by negotiating better terms and rationalizing volumes in distribution operations
- Spearheaded a green delivery initiative, resulting in over 20% of deliveries in France being eco-friendly
- Revamped Italian distribution model, achieving 20% cost efficiency and 50% reduction in inventory, positively impacting local P&L
- Orchestrated merger of Diagnostics and Diabetes Care Supply Chain in France, establishing a foundation for system and process unification
- Boosted global supply chain efficiency by achieving over 80% forecast accuracy, nearly eliminating bottlenecks (service level 98%) and simplifying flows across global chain
- Led multicultural team, establishing individual development plans and keeping engagement over 85%
- Guided two colleagues to obtain top talent recognition, with one advancing to a leadership role due to exceptional mentorship
Supply Chain & Procurement Director
ROCHE DC FRANCE
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed and formulated a comprehensive strategy for Supply Chain and Procurement, driving performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Created high-performing, efficient organization and structured department to align with overall business goals
- Accomplished an 11% cost savings in annual Procurement expenses through effective vendor oversight and cost control measures
- Initiated a 3PL warehouse adaptation for an innovative distribution strategy, resulting in a 15% operational cost decrease within two years
- Redesigned distribution approach for accessories, achieving 10% cost reduction and diminishing processing time for customers by 4 times
- Cut operational waste by 30% by enhancing product reutilization and refining returns efficiency, saving $100K annually
- Facilitated professional growth, advancing one assistant to supply planner, elevating logistical operations
- Streamlined organizational structure, contributing to two IPDM squads, centralizing procurement organization, and upgrading warehouse distribution network through digitalization
Head of Logistics & Procurement
ROCHE DIA SLOVAKIA
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Coordinated distribution process while leading team members
- Reengineered processes, digitalized operations, and transformed distribution model to maximize performance
- Drove a distribution model overhaul, cutting costs by 25%, inventories value decline by 90%, and decreasing write-offs by 80%
- Directed operations digitalization: invoice digitalization with over 15% conversion in first year, established first EDI connection with VIP customer, automating 100% of orders, introduced smart order system, achieving up to 20% automation in first year
- Instituted critical adjustments in invoicing, orders, batch, and expiry handling following 1:1 client feedback from 20+ customers
- Orchestrated team persona workshops, achieving an increase in team performance by accurately matching profiles to technical, customer, and finance positions
SAP MM/PU Consultant for SAM Wave 6 Roll Out
ROCHE GROUP
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Coordinated testing activities and provided business insights for SAP ERP deployment in Egypt, focusing on Material Master and Purchasing modules
- Engineered and executed a comprehensive test plan, leading User Acceptance Testing and anticipating issues during execution period
- Facilitated SAP ERP go-live in Egypt, offering on-site and ongoing remote support, resulting in zero unnecessary downtime
Supply Chain & Procurement Analyst
ROCHE DIA ROMANIA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Orchestrated purchasing activities for group and external vendors, focusing on reagents, instruments, and spare parts
- Established procurement foundations, monitored stock levels, addressed write-offs, and oversaw instrument depreciation
- Led ERP SAP P37 rollout for Material Master & Purchasing, streamlining business processes and boosting productivity
- Set up Sales and Operations Planning, trimming stock by 33%, diminishing bottlenecks and write-offs by 20% each
- Launched a streamlined digital purchase system and cost monitoring, advancing budget accuracy
Education
Executive MBA - Leadership, Strategy
emlyon Business School
01.2024 - 12.2025
MBA - Tourism
Academy of Economic Studies
01.2009 - 12.2011
Bachelor Economics - Commerce & Services
Academy of Economic Studies
01.2006 - 12.2009
Skills
Supply Chain Management
Personalvalues
- Integrity & Transparency
- Respect & Responsibility
- Empathy & Reliability
Timeline
Executive MBA - Leadership, Strategy
emlyon Business School
01.2024 - 12.2025
Head of Commercial Supply Chain
ROCHE DC
04.2022 - Current
Supply Chain & Procurement Director
ROCHE DC FRANCE
01.2019 - 01.2022
SAP MM/PU Consultant for SAM Wave 6 Roll Out
ROCHE GROUP
04.2016 - 11.2016
Head of Logistics & Procurement
ROCHE DIA SLOVAKIA
01.2016 - 01.2018
Supply Chain & Procurement Analyst
ROCHE DIA ROMANIA
01.2014 - 01.2016
MBA - Tourism
Academy of Economic Studies
01.2009 - 12.2011
Bachelor Economics - Commerce & Services
Academy of Economic Studies
01.2006 - 12.2009
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