JENIL JAIN
Mumbai
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 8 years of experience and a proven track record at General Mills India, enhancing statistical forecasting accuracy, demand planning processes, and skilled in advanced data analysis and team leadership. I drive strategic initiatives that optimize supply chain planning and performance, and foster a growth mindset. Passionate about delivering impactful results through innovative solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager - Demand Planning & Analytics
GENERAL MILLS INDIA PVT LTD
Mumbai
08.2021 - Current
- Led the enhancement of statistical forecasting models, improving forecast accuracy by 10%.
- Directed monthly statistical forecast cycles, aligning with PEAK Demand Review processes for timely demand planning.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive demand planning strategy, reducing decision-making time by 20%.
- Led innovation initiatives, identifying and implementing best practices to enhance forecasting capabilities, and improve supply chain planning.
- Developed and expanded new item forecasting using like-item modeling for Tier 1 launches.
- Managed and mentored a team of 10 statistical forecast analysts, improving team efficiency and skills.
- Partnered with data science teams to refine exception management dashboards and forecast review processes.
- Led forecast performance reporting for senior leadership, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
- Maintain and improve current demand planning procedures in partnership with the Global Planning Excellence team, in turn improving supply chain planning.
- Analyze and report on key performance metrics, such as forecast error, trends, and bias.
- Accountable for the team’s KPIs and target setting.
Supply Chain Network Analyst
GENERAL MILLS INDIA PVT LTD
Mumbai
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Analyzed sourcing and transportation networks to optimize efficiency and performance.
- Collaborated with consultants to align business expectations and provide strategic recommendations for the NAR region.
- Developed long-term volume forecasting models for transportation lanes, enhancing supply chain planning accuracy.
- Developed CPU modeling using machine learning for transport mode predictions.
- Analyzed OTD and OTIF to evaluate network efficiency.
- Enhanced business growth by refining transport networks for cost efficiency.
Software Engineer
BNP Paribas India Solutions Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Developed and maintained GCARS, the client onboarding application, ensuring seamless banking operations.
- Led the FATCA module development, managing a team of three developers to build this critical compliance function.
- Managed end-to-end SDLC, including requirements gathering, development, testing, deployment, and production support.
- Designed a Workflow Debug Utility tool, reducing defect analysis time by 60%, and improving troubleshooting efficiency.
- Automated unit and integration testing, cutting manual efforts by 40%, and enhancing software quality.
- Led the successful migration of services from WebSphere to Tomcat, ensuring system stability and performance.
- Awarded the 'BRAVO' Achievers Award (2017) for outstanding contributions and process improvements.
- Actively involved in Monitoring Sprints and Creating Sprint Reports used in Management Activities.
Education
MBA - Supply Chain And Operations Management
Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management
Nashik 03-2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technilogy - Information Technology
D J Sanghvi College of Engineering
Vile Parle, Mumbai05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Science
Jai Hind College
Mumbai04-2011
High School Diploma -
St. Peters School
Mazgaaon05-2009
Skills
- Statistical forecasting
- Advanced Excel and Data Analysis
- Demand planning and forecasting
- S&OP Process
- Supply chain management
- Supply chain planning
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Stakeholder management
- Growth Mindset
- Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking
Affiliations
- Singing
- Playing Cricket
Accomplishments
- Member of the Placement Team at Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management
- Awarded multiple awards at General Mills for Best Team Performance, Star of the Quarter Award, etc.
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Assistant Manager - Demand Planning & Analytics
GENERAL MILLS INDIA PVT LTD
08.2021 - Current
Supply Chain Network Analyst
GENERAL MILLS INDIA PVT LTD
05.2020 - 07.2021
Software Engineer
BNP Paribas India Solutions Pvt Ltd
06.2015 - 06.2018
MBA - Supply Chain And Operations Management
Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management
Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technilogy - Information Technology
D J Sanghvi College of Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Science
Jai Hind College
High School Diploma -
St. Peters School
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