Rana Umer Tahir

Meet Rana Umer Tahir from Dubai. Rana Umer Tahir is a seasoned supply chain and production planning professional with over 13 years of experience across lubricant manufacturing, warehouse operations, inventory management, and outbound logistics. He brings a robust background in operational efficiency and strategic resource management to the industrial sector.

Currently serving as Production Manager – Filling at Technolube LLC, he leads critical filling, packaging, and quality operations. He manages a team of 51 employees, including four team leaders, overseeing production planning, machine utilization, and strict safety compliance to ensure seamless daily operations.

His approach to production performance is rooted in data-driven analysis and continuous improvement. Key areas of his expertise include:

• Lean Manufacturing and Downtime Reduction
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Improvement
• Production Line Balancing and Workforce Allocation
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Integration
• ERP System Implementation for Operational Synergy

Prior to his current role, Rana spent nearly four years as a Warehouse Supervisor at Technolube LLC, where he mastered inventory control, dispatch planning, and third-party logistics coordination. Earlier in his career at Dura Industries Pvt. Ltd. (Master Group), he gained valuable experience in internal auditing, stock reconciliation, financial reporting, and Oracle ERP implementation.

Rana holds internationally recognized professional certifications, including CSCP, CLTD, CPIM, and PMP. He also holds an MBA and an M.Phil. in Finance from the University of the Punjab, combining technical supply chain knowledge with strong financial acumen. His dedication to excellence was recognized when he received the Safety & Quality Team of the Year Award at Technolube LLC.

Pakistan Ki Shaan proudly recognizes Rana Umer Tahir for his significant contributions to manufacturing operations, production planning, and supply chain management.