Ashish Kumar

September

Smoke Vodka Lab

09.2023 - Current

Excise Regulations Compliance: Demonstrated proficiency in navigating and ensuring compliance with Indian excise regulations pertaining to the production, distribution, and sale of alcoholic beverages.
Inventory Management: Successfully managed inventory control systems for the liquor industry, optimizing stock levels, minimizing losses, and ensuring timely replenishment to meet demand.
Regulatory Liaison: Facilitated smooth communication and interactions with the excise department, maintaining a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and ensuring adherence at all stages of production and distribution.
Documentation and Reporting: Proficiently maintained accurate records and documentation related to inventory, excise duties, and regulatory compliance, ensuring completeness and timeliness for reporting purposes.
Audit Preparedness: Developed and implemented protocols for audit readiness, including thorough documentation practices, process standardization, and proactive identification and resolution of potential compliance issues.
Process Improvement: Identified areas for process improvement within inventory management and excise compliance procedures, implementing solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory adherence.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, including production, logistics, finance, and legal departments, to ensure alignment of inventory management practices with overall business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Problem-solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve inventory-related challenges, including discrepancies, shortages, and regulatory inquiries, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
Training and Development: Provided training and guidance to internal stakeholders on excise regulations, inventory management best practices, and compliance protocols, fostering a culture of awareness and accountability.