Rahul Shelake
Mumbai , Maharashtra
Summary
Supply Chain Planning & Forecasting Expert with 9+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, and supply chain optimization across FMCG and retail industries. Proven expertise in machine learning-driven forecasting, process automation, and improving forecast accuracy. Skilled in Kinaxis RapidResponse, Python, Power BI, SAP, and SCM project management to enhance decision-making and efficiency. Strong background in stakeholder collaboration, data analytics, and inventory planning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager – SCM Demand Planning & Forecast Analyst
Genpact
Mumbai
08.2023 - Current
- Client: Unilever, Eastern Europe.
- Lead demand forecasting for six Eastern European markets (CZ, SK, RO, HU, PL, and GR) using FEU (ML forecasting tool).
- Own end-to-end business operations for forecasting, driving UL transformation.
- Increased forecast accuracy through preprocessing checks, KPI monitoring, and escalation of discrepancies.
- Act as a single point of contact for forecast quality, managing incidents, and service requests.
- Conduct weekly BU reviews, and monthly governance calls, to improve forecast performance.
- Developed Power BI dashboards for demand planners, enhancing decision-making.
- Trained demand planners on forecast adoption, UAT, and new process rollouts.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Team Lead – Demand Planning & Forecast Analyst
Capgemini
Mumbai
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Client: Unilever, Indonesia.
- Led supply chain planning and optimization, increasing forecast accuracy by 2%, and reducing planner workload by 12 hours per week.
- Analyzed historical sales data and market trends to optimize demand forecasting.
- Identified and resolved forecast errors using Loss Bucket Tree analysis.
- Managed forecast bias correction (extreme bias, structural bias) to improve model reliability.
- Worked with Data Science teams to enhance ML forecasting models.
- Automated Excel-based forecasting tasks using Python, boosting efficiency.
Lead – Demand & Supply Planning
Sleek by Asian Paints
Mumbai
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Kitchen Business.
- Developed demand forecasts for kitchen components, driving inventory efficiency.
- Led make-to-order (MTO) supply planning for imported and domestic products.
- Implemented statistical forecasting models (ARIMA, SARIMAX) for demand prediction.
- Managed Forecast Pro software for automated forecasting and planning.
Assistant Manager – Demand/Supply/Inventory Planning
Reliance Retail
Mumbai
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Grocery Business.
- Managed demand planning for over 600 stores across 19 regional DCs.
- Handled forecasting and inventory planning for major FMCG brands (ITC, Tata, Marico).
- Optimized inventory levels, reducing stockouts, while maintaining availability.
- Automated demand planning reports to improve decision-making.
GET
Nitco Limited
Mumbai
06.2015 - 03.2016
- Maintained and troubleshot PLC-based tile manufacturing systems, minimizing downtime.
- Optimized sensor calibration and control systems, enhancing production efficiency.
- Handled electrical panel maintenance and automation upgrades for improved reliability.
Education
B.E. - Electronics Engineering
Mumbai University
Mumbai07-2015
Diploma - Electronic Engineering
MSBTE
Mumbai06-2012
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board
Satara06-2009
Skills
- Demand Planning and Forecasting
- Supply Chain Optimization
- SCM Project Management
- Advanced Analytics & Reporting
- Stakeholder management
- Demand forecasting tools
- Data Analytics & Visualization
- Forecasting models
- Process Automation
- SCM Tools & Technologies
Certification
- Data Science for Supply Chain Certification
- Power BI
- Time Series Forecasting
- ChatGPT Masterclass
Accomplishments
- Q4 2022 Outstanding Performer – Capgemini
- Star Performer – Reliance Retail (2016-17)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/07/92
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
Marathi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Manager – SCM Demand Planning & Forecast Analyst
Genpact
08.2023 - Current
Team Lead – Demand Planning & Forecast Analyst
Capgemini
08.2022 - 08.2023
Lead – Demand & Supply Planning
Sleek by Asian Paints
11.2021 - 08.2022
Assistant Manager – Demand/Supply/Inventory Planning
Reliance Retail
01.2016 - 01.2021
GET
Nitco Limited
06.2015 - 03.2016
B.E. - Electronics Engineering
Mumbai University
Diploma - Electronic Engineering
MSBTE
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board
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