Niharika Mishra
Bengaluru
Summary
Business operations expert with a proven track record in optimizing processes and managing projects to boost productivity and efficiency. Skilled in data analysis, ensuring streamlined workflows and improved operational performance. Strong communicator and problem solver, driving team success and achieving organizational objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
Ernst & Young LLP
07.2025 - Current
- Designed and deployed AI-driven digital supply chain solutions using Aera Technology for global logistics and warehousing clients, enabling real-time decision intelligence, and process automation.
- Developed interactive dashboards and workflows for core supply chain modules: Slotting Optimization, Truck Load Builder, Long-Term, Mid-Term & Short-Term Capacity Planning and CWB (Cognitive Workbench), enhancing end-to-end visibility and decision speed.
- Collaborated with global business stakeholders and data engineers to translate supply chain KPIs and constraints into Aera skills, integrating data from Kinaxis, ERP (SAP), WMS, and TMS systems.
- Acted as a Business Analyst between client stakeholders and the Aera development team, translating business requirements into functional specifications, process flows, and data models for digital supply chain solutions.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and provide actionable insights for clients.
Senior Manager (Site Head)
Delhivery
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed 9L+ (B2B & B2C) daily shipments & 1,800+ staff in a 6L+ sq. ft. warehouse, keeping damages <0.05%
- Optimized carting strategy by cross-utilizing vehicles, adjusted contract hours, boosting trip count by 15%.
- Enforced SOP compliance with BPs for pickups, documentation, & damage handling; reducing discrepancies
- Handled 700+ client orders, 400+ tons/day, increasing month-end volume by 25% with 98%+ fulfillment
- Improved inventory accuracy by 12% by streamlining primary/secondary sort and training staff on scanning SOPs
- Analyzed material flow data, redesigned routes, and adjusted vehicle timings to reduce lane TAT by 4 hours.
- Aligned with cross-functional teams for volume forecasting, ensuring smooth operations during surges
- Planned weekly dispatches of 128 lanes, ensuring load balance, SLA compliance, & avoiding FC overloading
- Set up two warehouses during the Jammu-Punjab disruption and March 2025 peak, ensuring uninterrupted network flow.
Associate Manager
Runaya Refining LLP (Vedanta Limited)
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with ATK Kearney team to identify and reach out to Global Aluminium Plants for potential project setup, contributing to the expansion of Green Aluminium initiatives
- Led the successful implementation of dross processing technology at NALCO & HINDALCO Plants achieving an average cost savings of INR 35 Crores in their Plants.
- Coordinated with TAHA Technology & Chinese Teams for 100% Dross processing, improving efficiency and sustainability in Aluminium production.
- Awarded with Chairman's Award and a cash prize of INR 50000 for successfully setting up dross plants in NALCO
Assistant Manager
Runaya Refining LLP (Vedanta Limited)
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Spearheaded cross-functional team of 90+ members for O&M activities of Cast House.
- Carried out value stream mapping & estimated bill of material of crusher assemblies using SAP MM module
- Leveraging data-driven analytics and SAP methodologies to optimize inventory levels, enhancing machine health.
- Predicted product replacement time by analyzing wear pattern to manage product life cycle & hence, reduce downtime
- Performed Pareto analysis to trace down problems in system & reduce demurrage charge by ₹ 1.35 lacs monthly
- Implemented Real-Time data monitoring system by creating digital checklist using QR code & improvised field visit
- Analyzed and interpreted the data using SAP PM to trace out frequent failures, saving 2.3 Lacks in FY23
Education
10th - CBSE
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Balasore12th - CBSE
Kendriya Vidyalaya
BalasoreB.Tech - Mechanical
Indira Gandhi Institute Of Technology
DhenkanalSkills
- Supply chain analytics
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Proactive problem solving
- Team leadership
- Operations strategy
- Data analysis
- Client engagement
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/20/99
- Gender: Female
Awards
- Management Development Program by Goa Institute of Management, 2024
- Vedanta, Bagged Champion's Trophy in Badminton in Vedanta Tournament, 2023
Positions Of Responsibility
- Vedanta Limited, Actively contributed to the establishment and implementation of policies and procedures to prevent sexual harassment at workplace., 2022-23
- CSR-Vedanta, Actively participated in blood donation campaign twice, contributing to the well being of community., 2023-24
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Ernst & Young LLP
07.2025 - Current
Senior Manager (Site Head)
Delhivery
09.2024 - 06.2025
Associate Manager
Runaya Refining LLP (Vedanta Limited)
01.2024 - 09.2024
Assistant Manager
Runaya Refining LLP (Vedanta Limited)
01.2022 - 01.2024
10th - CBSE
Kendriya Vidyalaya
12th - CBSE
Kendriya Vidyalaya
B.Tech - Mechanical
Indira Gandhi Institute Of Technology