Kinaxis (Rapid Response)
AKSHAY SHARMA
Assistant Manager - Supply Chain
Bangalore
Summary
Resourceful Supply Management Specialist with in-depth knowledge of supply chain processes, including inventory planning and warehouse management. Leads supply chain optimization projects, oversees inventory procedures and assesses vendor operations. Analytical mindset coupled with strong business acumen and aptitude for problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Assistant Manager – Supply Chain
Genpact
03.2022 - Current
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop demand forecasts, ensuring adequate stock levels to meet customer needs.
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing efficient supply planning strategies.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
- Conducted regular reviews of safety stock levels, adjusting as needed based on sales trends and seasonality factors.
- Developed and implemented actionable improvements to increase inventory replenishment efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Implemented supplier performance evaluation system, resulting in improved overall service quality and cost control measures.
- Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving.
- Analyzed historical sales data to identify trends and anticipate future demand fluctuations accurately when creating supply plans.
- Monitored supplier performance for compliance with contract terms and quality standards.
- Teamed with sales and marketing teams to confirm that product availability meets customer demand.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
RDC Incharge (Associate Manager – Supply Chain)
Apollo Types Ltd.
01.2017 - 03.2022
- Improved order fulfillment rates by revamping distribution networks, optimizing route planning for expedited deliveries while reducing transportation expenses.
- Optimized load distribution with careful planning and execution of lifting plans.
- Optimized resource allocation through capacity planning exercises, balancing workload distribution among team members while considering individual skill sets and availability.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions within distribution center using advanced inventory software tools, allowing for improved planning/reporting purposes.
- Optimized resource allocation through capacity planning and workload distribution, maximizing overall productivity.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Developed comprehensive staff training program to improve employee performance and morale.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
Officer Admin - Plant Materials
Asian Paints Ltd.
03.2011 - 01.2017
- Supervised, directed and evaluated assigned staff members and newly hired officers.
- Enforced speed and parking laws by issuing citations and tickets after infractions.
- Testified in court during certain criminal cases.
- Increased employee satisfaction with constructive performance evaluations and targeted feedback.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Managed material obsolescence and disposal in compliance with environmental regulations and company policies, minimizing waste and associated costs.
- Coordinated with Quality Control teams to promptly address any issues related to the quality of incoming materials, minimizing production downtime.
- Enhanced supply chain efficiency by monitoring and maintaining inventory levels of raw materials.
- Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.
- Provided training to new team members on material handling procedures, enhancing overall departmental efficiency.
- Implemented inventory control systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
MBA-Operations And Finance - Operations Management
FORE School of Management
New Delhi, Delhi 07.2013 - 07.2016
B.A. (Economics) - Economics , Econometrics , Statistics
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh 05.2008 - 05.2011
Skills
Inventory analysis
Production Scheduling
ERP systems proficiency
Excellent Communication
Supply chain analytics
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Logistics Planning
Supply and demand requirements
Written Communication
Supplier Relationship Management
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/04/90
Accomplishments
- Improved product service levels from 70% to 95% YTD.
- Cost reduction through decentralized distribution planning for big order customers.
- Establish supply network with the new suppliers in record turn around time and establisihing WOW and defining SLA's.
- Managing quarterly inventory targets through balancing inventory levels across all the SKU's as per SKU sales trend and categorization.
- Guided new suppliers to manage production lines efficiency through minimum changes overs and strategically production planning
Software
SAP
Oracle Fusion
Power BI
MS-Excel
Oracle (TMS-OTM)
Certification
Supply Chain- Inventory control and safety stock calculation
Interests
Implementation of AI/ML in supply chains
Timeline
Supply Chain - Analytics
08-2022
Assistant Manager – Supply Chain
Genpact
03.2022 - Current
Supply Chain- Inventory control and safety stock calculation
01-2022
RDC Incharge (Associate Manager – Supply Chain)
Apollo Types Ltd.
01.2017 - 03.2022
MBA-Operations And Finance - Operations Management
FORE School of Management
07.2013 - 07.2016
Officer Admin - Plant Materials
Asian Paints Ltd.
03.2011 - 01.2017
B.A. (Economics) - Economics , Econometrics , Statistics
Aligarh Muslim University
05.2008 - 05.2011