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AJAY KOHADE
Supply Chain Analyst
Panvel
Summary
Dedicated and focused Project Management and supply chain Specialist with over 20 years of experience excelling at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously, and following through to achieve project goals. Flexible, detail-oriented, and adaptive team player with expertise in equipment operation, staff training and development, customer service, and process improvements. Creative Business Analyst with strong analytical skills, ISO 9001internal auditor, a technical trainer, Inventory Analyst with a broad-based background in highly competitive and dynamic organizations. Recognized as a decisive leader and excellent team player. Committed to forming strong, productive teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Manager
Reliance Industries Limited
Mumbai
07.2015 - Current
- Orchestrated multifaceted roles as Project Coordinator, Material Manager, and Risk Manager ISO Auditor for the Telecom OFC project
- Provided crucial insights for daily and periodic project progress, delivering comprehensive reports to top management and stakeholders
- Engineered modules for OFC construction progress monitoring, ensuring quality compliance, and facilitating GIS integration
- Formulated advanced strategies for data gathering, review, and analysis of stakeholder requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency in offering clear and concise guidance to end-users throughout testing phases, ensuring a smooth and effective testing process
- Implemented a data-driven approach to inventory management, utilizing predictive analytics and demand forecasting models; achieved a 30% reduction in stockouts
- Facilitated communication between technical teams and end-users, bridging the gap to enhance understanding and collaboration
- Conducted gap analysis to pinpoint areas of non-conformance with ISO 9001 standards
- Reviewed and analyzed processes, procedures, policies, and documentation related to ISO 9001 compliance
- Acted as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into user-friendly language to facilitate effective collaboration during testing activities
- Identified and implemented areas of improvement within the organization's quality management system
- Assessed the effectiveness of risk management measures, reporting on identified issues
- Recognized and addressed gaps between the current state 'As Is' and the desired future state 'To Be' of operations
- Developed and executed comprehensive technical training courses for both internal and external personnel
- Conducted in-person, online, and onsite training sessions to ensure a thorough understanding of the subject matter
- Assisted in the development of instructional materials such as presentations, handouts, videos, and manuals.
Deputy Manager
Himachal Futuristic communication Ltd
Navi Mumbai
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Spearheaded the design, manufacturing, and implementation of MH (Manholes) critical to Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) projects, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to industry standards
- Tracked and managed the progress of Quality Noncompliance for MH, implementing corrective measures to enhance project quality and compliance
- Controlled and facilitated project activities for pan-India Aerial Cabling initiatives within the OFC domain, ensuring efficient project delivery
- Developed and maintained meticulous specifications and work procedures, aligning with project requirements and quality benchmarks
- Coordinated and regulated various meetings, including project progress review meetings, fostering effective communication among project stakeholders
- Formulated strategic approaches to overcome roadblocks or delays, leveraging industry-specific technical knowledge and innovating shortcuts or alternative methods
- Demonstrated resourcefulness by improvising with available resources and strategically scheduling overtime to meet project deadlines, ensuring timely project completion.
Assistant Manager
VIOM Infra Networks Ltd
Mumbai
09.2009 - 04.2013
- Directed cross-functional collaboration, supervising all project disciplines to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the total project schedule, requirements, and seamless integration of schedule activities
- Oversaw project schedule, manpower, and quantity reporting, ensuring the meticulous preparation and presentation of the Critical Items Action Report
- Facilitated effective communication by interfacing with project site management and client counterparts, addressing specific planning and scheduling tasks
- Coordinated with the Circle SCM/Logistic Team to ensure the timely delivery of materials and resolve site shortages, emphasizing both anchor and sharing methodologies
- Tracked the conversion of Sales Orders to Requests for Information (RFI) for site readiness, maintaining compliance within SLAs
- Ensured the readiness of Site Folders, encompassing civil, electrical equipment, and I&C documents, adhering to site progressor time-based requirements
- Proactively addressed and resolved site hold cases, collaborating with respective departments for swift resolution
- Monitored Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across all teams, providing valuable feedback to functional teams and improvising execution processes as needed
- Adhered to company standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), consistently meeting stringent quality standards
- Conducted follow-ups for Operator Sign-Off, contributing to the successful completion of project milestones
- Served as an Asset Manager for the Raigad District in Maharashtra, overseeing power maintenance for 100 sites and effectively managing MSEB issues.
Project Engineer
Arya Telecommunication (for Airtel Projects)
Nagpur & Chandrapur
09.2007 - 09.2009
- Project Planning and Execution for Infra Sites (Resource Planning, Material Planning and Budget)
- Daily Monitoring/Review of the Site Activity Progress (GBT and RTT Sites) in Wardha, Chandrapur, and Gadchiroli Districts
- Monitoring WO / PO with Vendor Invoice Status
- Preparation of Various Project Review Presentations / Reports for different Customers
- Interaction with Customer to get feedback about the services provided by circles
- Working on a wireless Radio communication project for GMR in Tamilnadu, AP
- Major Projects: For GMR: Heading the Mobile radio communication project in Tamilnadu and Andhrapradesh.
Project Engineer
Expat Properties, Vodafone Nokia Gujarat
Gujrat
04.2006 - 08.2007
- Handling Gujarat circle for Vodafone Nokia PMC project as a coordinator and assistant to PM
- Planning, Monitoring & Implementing Key Accounts of Projects & Services
- Carrying individual service targets
- Responsible to implement all key and strategic service initiatives of the organization in the region
- Preparation of budget and achievement of the same (Service and Expense budgets)
- Maintaining DPRs for Project & Services
- Planning for vendor mobilization
- Monitoring on stock & dispatches
- Single line interaction with field engineers in Gujarat Nokia project
- Responsible interaction with vendors for Invoicing and payments
- Monitoring on vendors performance
- Vendor Invoicing, Billing Progress
- Verify Project Reviews & Project DPR with Client.
Junior Engineer
Public Works Department Maharashtra
Chandrapur
03.2004 - 03.2006
- Surveys and Designing of small span bridges
- Doing surveys and Designing of road curves on highways
- Understanding all aspects of the Project Requirement and defining the Action Plan
- Planning for vendor mobilization
- Single-line interaction with Field Engineers to ensure Quality of work
- Documentation & Handing over the Site designs to the Circle office.
Building Site Supervisor
Kharade Patil Associates
Pune
08.2002 - 06.2003
- Civil Site supervisor for the Residential Projects in Aundh and Hadapsar, Pune
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations, including hazard identification and risk assessment
- Ensured that all personnel wore appropriate personal protective equipment while working at construction sites
- Reviewed drawings, specifications, change orders, and other documents associated with projects prior to the start of work onsite.
Education
MBA - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
D Y Patil University
BBA - Management
D Y Patil University
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Govt Polytechnic Arvi
Arvi, WardhaSSC - undefined
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Wardha
Skills
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Certification
Google Data Analytics Specialization, Google, K6TNC3P5RKDA, https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/K6TNC3P5RKDA
Accomplishments
- Pioneered system automation for the delivery of Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) material, resulting in a substantial increase in internal customer satisfaction and cost efficiency.
- Successfully managed inventory controls for 4G/5G telecom projects, overseeing an annual budget of approximately 500 crores.
- Designed and built the Web portal for internal users to successfully complete the construction of the telecom OFC project.
- Controlled and directed Aerial Cabling projects nationwide, ensuring timely project delivery and client satisfaction.
- Played a pivotal role in understanding project requirements and defining action plans, ensuring the quality of work.
Marital Status
Married
Software
SQL
R Programming
Power BI
Timeline
Google Data Analytics Specialization, Google, K6TNC3P5RKDA, https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/K6TNC3P5RKDA
12-2023
Supply Chain Analytics Specialization, RUTGERS University through Coursera, Sourcing, Inventory, Demand & Supply chain Analytics., https://coursera.org/verify/specialization/UV5FFKRWNUYF
12-2023
Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization Specialization, Coursera, PBQCYY4DCVYD, https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/certificate/PBQCYY4DCVYD
11-2023
Project Management Principles and Practices Specialization, Coursera, FKQ24UCY28U6, https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/certificate/FKQ24UCY28U6
10-2023
Internal Auditor for ISO 9001:2015, BVIL, QMS/007/21/786/A/10
01-2022
Manager
Reliance Industries Limited
07.2015 - Current
Deputy Manager
Himachal Futuristic communication Ltd
05.2013 - 06.2015
Assistant Manager
VIOM Infra Networks Ltd
09.2009 - 04.2013
Project Engineer
Arya Telecommunication (for Airtel Projects)
09.2007 - 09.2009
Project Engineer
Expat Properties, Vodafone Nokia Gujarat
04.2006 - 08.2007
Junior Engineer
Public Works Department Maharashtra
03.2004 - 03.2006
Building Site Supervisor
Kharade Patil Associates
08.2002 - 06.2003
MBA - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
D Y Patil University
BBA - Management
D Y Patil University
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Govt Polytechnic Arvi
SSC - undefined
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Wardha
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