Over the span of the last quarter-century, Dr Sathya Menon has been contributing to shaping a knowledgeable and advanced workforce landscape across the Middle East. His leadership has been notable in fostering an environment conducive to professional growth and innovation, thereby elevating the collective expertise within the region.
Dr Menon’s influence extends beyond the business realm, as he is a prominent figure within the sports community, especially known for his avid interest in cricket. Beyond sports, his intellectual curiosity is evident in his deep-rooted passion for emerging technologies, notably the Metaverse and Artificial Intelligence, areas where he continually seeks to expand his knowledge and understanding.
In the realm of consulting, Dr Menon excels as a Supply Chain and Business Process Re-engineering expert, having significantly contributed to numerous organisations by enhancing their operational efficiency and profitability through strategic restructuring initiatives.
Moreover, Dr Menon is recognized internationally as a renowned Supply Chain training expert, with a remarkable track record of training over 30,000 professionals in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. His commitment to advancing the field is further underscored by his esteemed position as the Vice Chairman of the CILT – UAE Chapter, representing the prestigious Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport, UK.
Qualifications
Academic Qualifications
- PhD in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Executive Management Program in Artificial Intelligence, MIT Sloan School of Management
- MBA in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Andrews University, USA
- MBA in Materials Management - IIMM, India
- Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing, UK
Professional Qualifications
- Certified SAP Consultant for Supply Chain Management from SAP, Germany
- Certified Purchase Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISM), USA
- Certified International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM) from International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute (IPSCMI), USA
- Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager (CICCM) from International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute (IPSCMI), USA
- Certified International Professional Training Consultant (CIPTC) from American Certification Institute (ACI), USA
- Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) from American Purchasing Society (APS), USA
- Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) from the American Purchasing Society
- Certification in Supply Chain Leadership from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), UK
- Certification in Distribution & Transportation from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and • Transport (CILT), UK
- Certification in Quality Management & Risk Assessment from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), UK
- Certification in Shipping & Freight Forwarding from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), UK
- Certified Associate Leadership & Executive Coach (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) from The American Board of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (ABNLP)
Fellowships
FCIPS
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, UK
FCMI
Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute, UK
FCILT
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transportation, UK
Career History
Since the dawn of his career, Dr. Sathya Menon has worked with leading multinational companies, where he acquired value-based practical work methodologies and strategic mentorship. Soon he started leading teams and enhanced company operations, helping them attain business goals.
A strong aptitude for academics combined with the invaluable experiences of working with conglomerates on an international landscape led to the emergence of a new age entrepreneur cum thought leader who is a true champion of empowerment and excellence.