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Abhishek Akkasaligar

Materials Planning Analyst
Bengaluru

Summary

I’m a Supply Chain Professional passionate about enabling efficient, resilient, and data-driven operations. With 5+ years of experience in material planning, inventory optimization, and logistics, I help organizations improve forecast accuracy, reduce costs, and achieve on-time delivery.

Currently working as a Material Planning Analyst at TE Connectivity, I manage end-to-end supply chain processes, from demand planning and procurement to inventory control and distribution requirements planning (DRP). I leverage SAP IBP, ERP systems, and advanced analytics to align supply with demand, optimize stock levels, and prevent shortages or excess.

Previously at Caterpillar and Hospet Steels, I drove initiatives that reduced truck turnaround time by 50%, improved vendor performance by 40%, and delivered significant logistics cost savings.

Certified in CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations, Six Sigma, and Integrated Supply Chain Management, I combine analytical skills with process improvement to transform supply chains into a competitive advantage.

I’m open to global opportunities in supply chain planning, material management, and analytics-driven roles where I can deliver efficiency, resilience, and strategic value.

📌 Core Skills: Supply Chain Management | Material Planning | Inventory Optimization | SAP IBP | Demand Forecasting | Logistics | Procurement | Continuous Improvement | Data Analytics

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Materials Planning Analyst

TE Conectivity
01.2025 - Current

• Maintained 100% material availability for US plants, achieving 95% on-time delivery.
• Reduced lead time by 50% through Fast Ocean mode for UK–US logistics flows.
• Cut premium freight costs by 20% via improved planning and supplier coordination.
• Lowered slow-moving inventory by 8%, optimizing warehouse space and improving cash flow.
• Mentored a new intern on career progression and organizational pathways, providing strategic insights on full-time opportunities and aligning with company objectives

Material Availability Analyst

Caterpillar
12.2022 - 12.2024

• Maintained 100% material availability for US plants, achieving 95% on-time delivery.
• Reduced lead time by 50% through Fast Ocean mode for UK–US logistics flows.
• Cut premium freight costs by 20% via improved planning and supplier coordination.
• Lowered slow-moving inventory by 8%, optimizing warehouse space and improving cash flow.

Material Planner

Caterpillar
06.2021 - 11.2024

• Managed procurement of 2,300+ SKUs, ensuring uninterrupted production and minimal line stoppages.
• Negotiated supplier contracts, achieving 3% annual cost savings.
• Implemented lean inventory practices, reducing excess stock by 7%.
• Improved supplier response time by 15% through proactive escalation management.

Supply Chain Engineer

Hospet Steels Ltd
06.2019 - 07.2021

-Hospet Steels Ltd is a strategic alliance of M/S Kalyani Steels and Mukand Ltd.
• Reduced truck turnaround time by 50%, cutting demurrage costs significantly.
• Ensured 100% stock accuracy for 2,000+ MT raw material through SAP and physical reconciliation.
• Improved dispatch planning, reducing supply delays by 15% via better vendor coordination

Education

Supply Chain Certification - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business
Michigan
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering

Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering
Mysore
04.2001 -

Skills

Materials requirement planning

Certification

CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations: Inventory Management Professional Certificate

Timeline

Supply Chain Analytics

03-2025

Materials Planning Analyst

TE Conectivity
01.2025 - Current

CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations: Inventory Management Professional Certificate

11-2024

CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations: Demand Planning Professional Certificate

08-2024

CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations: Transportation Professional Certificate

08-2024

CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations: Warehousing Operations Professional Certificate

04-2024

Material Availability Analyst

Caterpillar
12.2022 - 12.2024

Material Planner

Caterpillar
06.2021 - 11.2024

Supply Chain Engineer

Hospet Steels Ltd
06.2019 - 07.2021

Supply Chain Certification - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering

Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering
04.2001 -
Abhishek AkkasaligarMaterials Planning Analyst