Haroon Rashid is a seasoned Supply Chain Professional and a recognized expert in supply chain, logistics, and warehousing, bringing over 20 years of global experience across diverse manufacturing and trading environments. With a robust background in procurement leadership, vendor relationship management, logistics optimization, and risk mitigation, Haroon has consistently driven operational efficiency and cost savings across complex, high-volume supply chains. Currently serving at CANPACK US LLC, he spearheads strategic procurement initiatives, successfully negotiating contracts that yield over 15% annual savings and managing a supplier network exceeding 50 vendors. His leadership has strengthened supply reliability, enhanced compliance, and streamlined procurement operations through advanced automation and data analytics. Previously, Haroon held progressive leadership roles at CANPACK Middle East LLC, overseeing logistics across 53 countries and land transport across 8 nations. His impact included a 20% cost reduction in logistics operations, implementation of WMS/IMS systems that improved warehouse efficiency by 30%, and leading teams of over 50 personnel with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and service excellence. Haroon’s expertise spans supply and demand forecasting, KPI-driven performance management, ERP/SAP system integration, and cross-border logistics strategies. He is also proficient in navigating trade finance, INCOTERMS, and global regulatory frameworks. Notably, he played a key role in sustaining logistics flows during the COVID-19 crisis, earning recognition for excellence and resilience under pressure. Academically, Haroon is pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) with a specialization in Management and Operations. He holds dual MBAs—one in Global Business Management and another in Operations Management—along with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science. His academic journey is complemented by prestigious certifications, including CLTD from APICS, a Global Master Certificate in Integrated Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University, and multiple advanced diplomas from CILT and IPSCMI. An accomplished researcher and speaker, Haroon has authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles on supply chain innovation, risk management, predictive analytics, and procurement technologies. His work has earned him multiple international accolades, including the Excellence in Research Award (2025) and Best Speaker Award at the Global Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Neural Networks. Haroon is a member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (MCILT), Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), and the American Chamber of Research. He continues to drive forward-thinking supply chain strategies, blending academic insight with real-world expertise to solve today’s logistics challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s disruptions.