Irshad Basha Shaik

Key Responsibilities – Lead -Logistics planning

Lead the multifunctional team in order to supply chain process during increased volume to develop lean Supply chain which includes Logistics Network planning

• Developed a logistics network and forecasted freight costs for future car models in the International Market region. region.
• Explored trade advantages, including Duty benefits and Free Trade agreements.
• Supported Manufacturing Business Office with Logistics Network Analysis and Complexity Management.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate Program Approval Process for new models.
• Led program reviews with Global Leadership to enhance standard business processes across CBGs.
• Created Freight Optimizer IT system to estimate freight costs and optimize logistics networks.
• Initiated Smart Interactive Reports for management reviews using analytics tools.

Lead: SCM and Procurement Profile

• Coordinated daily with suppliers using CMMS3 to manage critical part shipments.
• Arranged and tracked airfreight for urgent parts allocated and authorized premium freight costs
• Ensured timely supplier/part resourcing updates in coordination with customers, suppliers, and purchasing teams.
• Identified and mitigated production risks by exploring alternative material sources and coordinating cross-functional responses.
• Communicated part/commodity issues across customer plants to prevent late-stage disruptions.
• Developed contingency plans for holidays, strikes, and shutdowns with suppliers, EDCs, and customers.
• Supported customer plants in alerts, debit notes, and verification processes.
• Conducted release analysis to identify schedule anomalies, packaging issues, and prevent over-shipments or obsolescence.
• Managed inventory by analyzing shipment variances and applying VSM for optimization across regional plants.
• Monitored carrier performance and resolved transit delays using IMCS and Super Cube systems.
• Improved supplier delivery metrics using SPEEDY system for tracking and resolution.
• Trained and supported suppliers on CMMS3, DDL, ASN creation, and data integrity practices.
• Facilitated claims resolution between suppliers and customer plants.

• Communicated release schedules to suppliers and logistics partners, ensuring timely part deliveries during trial and regular phases.
• Coordinated with suppliers to guarantee on-time material availability.
• Resolved system errors to maintain accuracy in supplier releases.
• Evaluated supplier delivery performance using SDPR metrics, initiating corrective actions for improvements.
• Controlled plant inventory while monitoring supplier ASN for efficiency.
• Conducted ANPQP audits to assess supplier capabilities for Green Field Project setup.
• Performed Production Control Audits at suppliers, establishing robust materials management practices.
• Analyzed critical parts releases weekly, highlighting exceptions to production scheduling team.

• Executed vendor development and strategic sourcing for new product initiatives.
• Oversaw supplier quality assurance to improve product reliability.
• Collaborated with engineering teams on new product and parts development.
• Conducted vendor evaluations and maintained detailed purchase order records.
• Negotiated pricing with costing team to reduce procurement expenses.
• Managed purchase request approvals from finance, adhering to departmental budget.
• Monitored inventory levels while implementing continuous improvement strategies in quality and delivery.
• Ensured compliance with ISO, TS16949, and QS 9000 standards within materials department.