Laurence Desmet
Mes Implementation Lead @Teledyne Cml Composites
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WORK HISTORY
Mes Implementation Lead @Teledyne Cml Composites
MES Implementation Lead | Teledyne CML (covering Procurement Manager)Oct 2025 – PresentActing as Subject Matter Expert for MES (Solumina) implementation, supporting configuration and operational deployment.Defined manufacturing workflows, routings, and digital work instructions, ensuring shop-floor processes are MES-ready.Conducted process mapping and data cleansing for accurate system configuration.Configured user roles and system administration, enabling operational governance and smooth go-live.Delivered training and go-live support for production and engineering teams.Maintained procurement responsibilities, overseeing raw materials, subcontract services, and facility contracts.Driving operational efficiency and adoption, helping the organisation realise full MES value across manufacturing operations.
EDUCATION
Liverpool John Moores University
BEng (Hons)
Liverpool Polytechnic
HND
Hugh Baird University Centre
OND
SKILLS
ABOUT LAURENCE DESMET
Senior manufacturing and supply chain professional with 20+ years’ experience delivering operational improvement, digital transformation, and MES implementations across aerospace, defence, automotive, pharmaceutical, and FMCG sectors.Hands-on in translating shop-floor processes into digital workflows, routing configuration, digital work instruction authoring, user training, and go-live support. Experienced in preparing MES environments to align with ERP systems such as SAP, SmartVision, and Oracle.Key achievements include:Delivered $130m+ OTIF equipment for BAE Systems India programme.Achieved $4m programme cost savings through logistics and process optimisation.Delivered £225k cost avoidance at Thales UK via subcontractor performance improvement.Recognised as ‘Unsung Hero’ at UKHSA monthly forum for outstanding contribution to the Covid Test & Trace team.I thrive in dynamic project-based environments, solving complex operational challenges, and enabling organisations to get the most out of their MES and digital manufacturing investments. Currently seeking high-value contractor / SME opportunities where I can bring practical MES expertise and process leadership to new implementations and factory rollouts.
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