Ayush Bhatt

• Directed operations of a 215,000 sq. ft. warehouse, ensuring efficient storage and dispatch.
• Managed line feeding logistics from warehouse 5 km away from SITE to maintain production continuity.
• Oversaw material supply for key infrastructure projects: DMRC, CMRL, PERTH, and PUNE.
• Enforced strict safety standards, achieving zero deviations and full compliance.
• Maintained accurate inventory control across warehouse and project sites.
• Streamlined processes to improve operational efficiency and on-time delivery.

· Oversaw comprehensive operations and provided logistical support for 7 warehouse facilities (6 in-plants, 1 external depot).

· Spearheaded the development and implementation of comprehensive warehouse operational standards, policies, and procedures.

· Drove system improvement projects by identifying opportunities and providing critical support, resulting in increased process efficiency.

· Formulated warehouse strategies and spearheaded the development of new factory warehouse infrastructure aligned with evolving business requirements.

· Actively supported cross-functional Process Excellence and Value Stream Engineering projects, enhancing operational effectiveness.

· Established and enforced new protocols for inventory management, including receiving and shipping, to improve accuracy and efficiency.

· Expertly designed warehouse solutions in anticipation of future business demands, strategically implementing new technologies for enhanced productivity.

· Enhanced warehouse safety protocols and led initiatives to further strengthen safety measures and compliance.

Cultivated and maintained strong client and stakeholder relationships, fostering long-term partnerships and securing repeat business.

· Led end-to-end logistics, distribution, and warehouse operations (over 100,000 sq. ft. per facility) for 3 Business Units, managing daily dispatch of ~10,000 units (2W/3W/4W) and handling ~350 trucks/trailers daily in alignment with sales plans.

· Oversaw comprehensive inventory management, encompassing over 4,000 raw material SKUs and 100 finished product SKUs.

· Directed an annual outbound freight budget of ₹400 crore for 3 Business Units, managing contract negotiations, transportation agency performance, Statement of Booking (SOB) generation, freight payments, and insurance claims.

· Enhanced vendor performance through systematic management, including scorecards, transit analysis, complaint resolution, data logging, and damage assessment.

· Drove system and process improvements by identifying and resolving key business requirement gaps in SAP (SD & MM), spearheading the integration of TMS with SAP (SD) for enhanced OTD root cause analysis and real-time reporting, and tracking performance via systems like MPSS (Monthly Planning Supply System) to eliminate bottlenecks.

· Directed road-based export operations to Nepal and Bangladesh, overseeing container arrangements and specialized packing of materials (CKD/CBU).

Collaborated daily with Sales, Production, and Material Planning teams to optimize warehouse output and ensure operational alignment.

· Directed plant logistics and warehouse operations, overseeing a 450,000 sq. ft. multi-SKU facility to ensure timely dispatches aligned with monthly targets.

· Managed daily dispatch schedules based on state-wise demand and Sales Order Book (SOB), achieving consistent on-time delivery performance.

· Integrated dealer CDMS systems with plant SAP, enabling real-time monitoring of dealer requirements and enhancing sales adherence.

· Supervised vendor logistics and warehouse operations, including contract negotiations and truck placements, optimizing supply chain efficiency.

· Conducted environmental audits for logistics activities, ensuring compliance with OHSAS and EMS standards.

· Served as the primary liaison between plant logistics/warehouse and IT teams, facilitating problem resolution, process development, and quality testing in SAP prior to production deployment.

· Managed packing materials and logistics for export operations, handling Complete Built Units (CBU) and Completely Knocked Down (CKD) shipments.

· Oversaw export operations to Nepal, coordinating the dispatch of 80–100 containers monthly.

· Ensured adherence to First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principles and optimized resource utilization across order and material handling processes.

· Coordinated with third-party logistics (3PL) agencies for warehouse and logistics operations, monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to maintain service levels.

· Implemented logistics cost optimization strategies through effective resource management and process improvements.

· Monitored interplant material movements, verifying quality and quantity, and ensuring FIFO usage.

· Managed insurance claims for transit defects on materials received from other plants, ensuring timely resolution and recovery.

· Oversaw in-plant depot operations, including replenishment and dispatch planning to meet production demands.

Generated daily Management Information System (MIS) reports covering stock levels, receipts, dispatches, and audit-related data, coordinating with auditors for stock verification and Quality Systems (QS) audits.

· Achieved daily, weekly, and monthly dispatch targets, ensuring timely sales order execution.

· Managed comprehensive warehouse operations, optimizing receipt, storage, and dispatch processes.

· Developed and enforced logistics and distribution policies, enhancing operational efficiency.

· Upgraded SAP MM module with EDI and barcode integration, reducing manual errors.

· Generated MIS reports to monitor orders and stock levels, facilitating informed decisions.

· Led supply chain process improvements, resulting in cost savings and efficiency gains.

· Redesigned warehouse layout for finished goods, improving space utilization and retrieval times.

· Implemented WMS and YMS systems, enhancing inventory and fleet management.

· Conducted safety audits and maintained compliance documentation, ensuring regulatory adherence.

· Coordinated vendor deliveries with assigned rack placements, streamlining kitting operations.

· Managed specialized logistics for ARAI and institutional deliveries, meeting specific requirements.

· Reported and resolved issues with defective vendor deliveries, maintaining quality standards.

· Organized regular cycle counts and stock takes, ensuring inventory accuracy.

· Oversaw picking, packing, and distribution activities, ensuring timely order fulfillment.

· Introduced tools to enhance dispatch ramp-up, increasing throughput and reducing turnaround time.

Monitored interplant material movements, ensuring FIFO compliance and optimal usage.

· Founding member of the logistics team, instrumental in establishing plant operations and processes.

· Set up warehouse operations for two-wheeler models (Platina/CT/Pulsar), ensuring efficient inventory management and dispatch.

· Led SAP implementation for daily logistics transactions, enhancing data accuracy and operational efficiency.

· Developed logistics and warehouse vendor base, optimizing fleet management and manpower allocation.

· Consistently met daily, weekly, and monthly sales dispatch targets through effective planning and execution.

· Managed dispatch operations involving 80+ daily deliveries and supervised a team of over 200 indirect employees.

· Conducted order loss analysis and implemented preventive measures, reducing discrepancies and improving fulfillment rates.

· Performed daily vehicle stock audits to identify SKU variances, ensuring inventory accuracy.

· Generated and circulated MIS reports detailing orders, materials, and truck movements to senior management.

Led a team in analyzing logistics activities, identifying improvement opportunities, and redesigning warehouse layouts for enhanced efficiency.