Albert Jiang: Championing Leadership that Empowers & Uplifts

Alongside his role as a Managing Director, Albert also serves as a full-time consultant and handles both complex responsibilities. He employs several strategies to navigate this dual responsibility, such as effective time management, delegation, empowerment, communication, adaptability, and self-care for well-being. One of the most significant challenges Albert faced in his tenure as the MD of Avodah Supply Chain Management was forecasting. “Accurate demand forecasting is crucial as it impacts everything from inventory levels to fulfillment rates. If forecasts are off, the company would either have too much stock tying up working capital or face out-of-stock situations, missing revenue targets”, he shares.

To navigate this challenge, Albert focused on improving the company's Project and Operations Planning (P&OP) process. P&OP aligns project, production, and inventory planning and boosts revenue and profitability when done right. By enhancing forecasting accuracy, the company achieved higher fill rates, better service levels, cost reduction by minimizing unnecessary inventory and wastage, and a healthier bottom line. Albert remarks that accurate forecasting isn't just a supply chain advantage; it's a strategic necessity.

Unique Leadership

Albert's leadership style prioritizes transparency and empowering his team. He believes in clearly communicating goals and expectations to ensure that everyone understands what they're working towards. Albert trusts his employees and gives them the autonomy to make decisions and manage their work. Recognition is also a key aspect of his philosophy. He acknowledges and rewards achievements, fostering a sense of accomplishment and motivation. Furthermore, he invests in his team's development by providing opportunities for professional growth. He leads by example, demonstrating integrity and accountability in his own actions. Finally, Albert strives to create a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork and fostering a friendly atmosphere where continuous improvement is valued. By focusing on these elements, Albert inspires his workforce to excel.

Albert advises young entrepreneurs to follow their passion, learn from failures, and solve real problems for success. He states, “Any aspiring leader should learn to build a supportive network, adapt quickly to changes, focus on customer satisfaction, and take calculated risks. Most importantly, keep learning and growing”. He stresses the importance of working with people, providing excellent service, and fulfilling customer requirements to achieve customer satisfaction.

In his opinion, the real supply chain is not only about providing high-quality products and competitive prices but also providing a strong and complete business environment. He believes that the most valuable point is to offer a strong background, channel, and resources to create a whole supply chain ecological environment for the company. By doing so, the company can provide more value than just low prices or high-quality products.

Albert Jiang, Founder & MD, Avodah Supply Chain Management

Albert has been striving to provide top-notch supply chain management services. He has also partnered with several well-known multinational enterprises, enabling him to share resources and create a two-way supply chain ecology. He is also a consultant at an investment firm that focuses on the international food and beverage industry. With deep knowledge across the value chain, he and his team help early-stage businesses streamline operations, scale, and achieve global expansion.