Arjit Gautam
Pachhad
Summary
I have 4+ years of hands-on experience in materials management, procurement, and inventory operations across manufacturing and retail industries. Recently completed SAP MM Certification with strong foundational knowledge as an end-user at Khanna Paper Mills. Proven track record of managing inventory worth ₹4.2 Cr+ across multiple locations, optimizing procurement processes, and leading cross-functional teams. Expertise in translating business requirements into efficient material management solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Startup Founder
Chikabuma
Chandigarh
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Experience: Brand Manager – Chikabuma Clothing (Jan 2022 – Apr 2024)Location: Chandigarh, India
- Successfully established Chikabuma as a youth-centric clothing brand, managing the entire journey from brand concept to public launch.
- Designed and developed a curated collection of 25 unique products, including oversized tees, hoodies.
- Led the creation of the official e-commerce website (www.chikabuma.com) using Shopify, integrating payment gateways, shipping APIs, and chatbot support.
- Developed and executed a digital-first branding strategy across Instagram and Pinterest, focusing on visual identity and audience engagement.
- Collaborated with graphic designers and photographers to build high-conversion product pages with consistent brand aesthetics and storytelling.
- Built influencer marketing campaigns with 5+ nano and micro influencers to drive traffic and brand buzz across college and urban audiences.
SAP MM End User (2+)& Assistant Manager
Khanna Paper Mills
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Company Overview: one of India’s largest paper manufacturing plants with ₹3000 Cr annual turnover
- Utilized SAP MM system as end-user for materials management in one of India’s largest paper manufacturing plants with ₹3000 Cr annual turnover, providing hands-on SAP MM experience
- Managed daily inventory operations worth ₹3 Cr including stock availability monitoring, consumption tracking, and material procurement using SAP MM transactions
- Coordinated procurement activities for 20+ material sizes ensuring optimal stock levels and preventing aging inventory (>45 days), demonstrating material planning and stock management expertise
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives decreasing packing cost from ₹812/Ton to ₹760/Ton through material consumption analysis and waste reduction strategies
- Led equipment maintenance planning and inventory forecasting for finishing house operations, skills directly transferable to SAP MM maintenance integration with PM module
- Saved ₹20 Lakh monthly through process improvements and material optimization strategies, showcasing business value creation capabilities
- One of India’s largest paper manufacturing plants with ₹3000 Cr annual turnover
Electrical Engineer (Paper Plant and Finishing House)
Khanna Paper Mills
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained material and equipment inventory across 3 plant locations (Paper Machine 4, Paper Machine 5, De-Inking Plant)
- Achieved zero downtime in January 2022 through preventive maintenance planning and spare parts management
- Implemented automated systems including barcode scanning and sensor integration, relevant to SAP MM automation and goods movement tracking
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Khanna Paper Mills
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Learned end-to-end manufacturing processes and materials flow management in paper production
- Selected for Energy Audit team demonstrating analytical skills and process optimization capabilities
- Participated in weekly process reviews and technical documentation, building business process analysis skills
Education
B. Tech - Electrical Engineering
Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences
10.2020
Skills
- Brand development and product lifecycle management
- Product design, sourcing, and quality control
- Vendor coordination and procurement follow-ups
- Shopify e-commerce setup with payment & logistics integration
- Digital marketing strategy and basic promotional campaigns
- SAP MM end-user for procurement, goods movement, and stock visibility
- Inventory tracking, stock aging control, and material planning
- Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration
- Preventive and corrective maintenance planning
- Machinery automation and sensor integration
- Cost analysis and waste reduction initiatives
- Energy conservation and resource optimization
- Project coordination
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Creative thinking
- Team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Business networking
- Strategic thinking
- Operations management
- Visionary leadership
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Marketing
- Negotiation
- Business administration
Certification
- SAP MM Certification, 3 Months Intensive Training Program, 2025
- SAP Materials Management, Configuration, Implementation, and Support
- SAP MM End-User Experience, Khanna Paper Mills (2+ Year)
Accomplishments
- Successfully transitioned from SAP MM End-User to Consultant with comprehensive certification training
- Managed combined inventory worth ₹4.2 Cr+ across manufacturing and retail operations
- Led cost optimization initiatives saving over ₹40 Lakh annually through process improvements
- Implemented automated inventory systems reducing manual effort and improving accuracy
- Achieved 22% reduction in defects through quality control process implementation
- Reduced order processing time by 50% through workflow optimization
Technical Skills
Material Master Data Management and vendor master maintenance, Purchase Order Processing and requisition management, Inventory Management and stock optimization, Procurement Processes including goods receipt and invoice verification, Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and consumption-based planning, Vendor Management and supplier evaluation processes, Integration with SAP FI, CO, SD, and PP modules, Physical Inventory and cycle counting procedures, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) end-to-end cycle management, Supply Chain Management and logistics coordination, Warehouse Management and storage location optimization, Quality Control and material inspection processes, Demand Forecasting and inventory planning, SAP S/4HANA (Certification Training)
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Professional Development
- Warehouse Expo Delhi, Advanced inventory management techniques, 01/01/22
- CII Manufacturing Excellence Program, World-class manufacturing practices
- IGNITE Program by Wadhwani Foundation, Business process optimization
- Startup India Participant, QualityBox.com business model development
Leadership Experience
- Placement Cell Coordinator, Shoolini University, 2 Years
- Department Representative, Engineering modeling and cultural activities
- Animal Lover Club, Fund raising and organizational activities
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Startup Founder
Chikabuma
02.2023 - 05.2025
SAP MM End User (2+)& Assistant Manager
Khanna Paper Mills
03.2022 - 02.2023
Electrical Engineer (Paper Plant and Finishing House)
Khanna Paper Mills
11.2021 - 03.2022
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Khanna Paper Mills
11.2020 - 11.2021
B. Tech - Electrical Engineering
Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences