RAUNAK UPADHYAI
Functional Consultant SAP PP/ Production Planner
Gurgaon
Summary
SAP professional prepared to drive success in Production Planning environments. Background includes enhancing operational efficiency and implementing key SAP PP solutions. Known for strong collaboration and results-driven approach. Skills include process improvement and system integration.
Domain Expertise- 7+ yrs
IT Expertise- 01+ Yrs
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
SAP PP Functional Consultant ( Production Planning and Control)
Tata Consultancy Services
Gurugram
07.2024 - Current
- Contributed to efficient manufacturing operations by consistently monitoring system performance and implementing necessary upgrades or enhancements when required.
- Facilitated smooth system upgrades by thoroughly testing new functionalities, ensuring compatibility with existing processes, and resolving any issues encountered during implementation.
- Served as a subject matter expert from MFG side, providing technical guidance on the design, development, and implementation of SAP PP solutions.
- Optimized inventory control by utilizing advanced planning tools within the SAP PP module, resulting in reduced stock discrepancies and more accurate forecasting capabilities.
- Conducted thorough analysis of business requirements to ensure proper implementation of SAP PP modules.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP PP module with other relevant systems, ensuring seamless operations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of SAP PP features and advancements through continuous professional development opportunities, allowing for the delivery of cutting-edge solutions to clients.
- Improved inventory management practices, resulting in reduced waste and optimized stock levels.
- Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective scheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
- Implemented process improvements that increased overall manufacturing capacity without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Managed a team of planners, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure their professional development and success in meeting departmental goals.
Senior Engineer PPC
Hero Cycles
Ludhiana
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Executed production plans and schedules to meet Dealer demand, optimizing resources and minimizing costs.
- Monitored and tracked production progress, ensuring adherence to planned schedules and targets.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams such as procurement, operations, and logistics to ensure timely availability of materials and resources.
- Conducted capacity planning exercises to determine production capabilities, identifying bottlenecks, and recommending improvements.
- Analyzed demand forecasts, sales orders, and inventory levels to determine material requirements and initiated procurement activities, improving procurement efficiency by 20%.
- Implemented and maintained an effective material requirement planning (MRP) system, optimizing inventory levels and minimizing stock-outs.
- Monitored production quality and implemented quality control measures to ensure adherence to established standards, improving first pass yield by 15%.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and productivity enhancements in production operations, reducing production costs by 10%.
- Analyzed production data and performance metrics to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement, resulting in a 25% increase in production efficiency.
- Stayed updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in production planning and control, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
- Review Forecast vs Actual Order Receipt and Take Corrective Action.
- Review Plant Capacity Utilization Analysis as per Forecast Plan and take corrective action to Ensure maximum utilization of resources.
Production Planning Engineer
Helical Springs
Gurugram
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed risk effectively through careful consideration of potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
- Customized SAP production planning and detailed scheduling tools to support factory production initiatives.
- Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
- Reduced waste in the manufacturing process through careful analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring progress and adjusting plans as needed.
- Worked with engineering, production, and testing departments to implement corrective actions for missed milestones.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for effective resource allocation and production scheduling.
- Optimized inventory levels with accurate forecasting and demand planning techniques.
- Developed comprehensive reports for management, providing insights on key performance indicators related to production planning.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in the supply chain by analyzing procurement practices and supplier relationships.
- Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
- Played a pivotal role in enhancing customer satisfaction levels through consistent adherence to deadlines and delivery schedules.
- Maintained clear communication channels between departments to ensure smooth coordination during the production process.
PPC Engineer
JTEKT India
Gurugram
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Evaluated production data to identify trends, anticipate issues, and make informed decisions on process adjustments.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on advanced planning methodologies, leading to improved skill sets within the department.
- Contributed to overall business growth by ensuring efficient utilization of available resources.
- Led root cause analyses to identify and address problems in industrial production.
- Participated in Kaizen events focused on reducing cycle time and improving overall throughput rates within the plant operation system.
- Monitored and refined key performance indicators for production planning, providing regular updates to senior management on progress towards strategic goals.
- Created capacity models for forecasting future resource requirements, enabling informed decision-making around staffing and equipment investments.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers, negotiating contracts to secure optimal pricing and delivery terms for critical components.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks in the production process, resulting in reduced lead times.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by streamlining the production planning process, ensuring timely product completion.
Assistant Engineer
Roop Automotives Ltd
Gurugram
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with procurement team to secure timely deliveries of critical components, minimizing disruptions in the manufacturing process.
- Increased capacity utilization, identifying bottlenecks and implementing corrective actions to maximize output.
- Coordinated closely with quality assurance teams to maintain high-quality standards throughout the production lifecycle.
- Played a pivotal role in successful product launches, ensuring seamless integration of new products into the existing production schedule.
- Managed change requests effectively to minimize disruption while maintaining alignment with business goals and customer requirements.
- Played a key role in vendor selection and evaluation processes, ensuring high-quality supplies at the most competitive prices.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with advanced forecasting tools and close collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
- Monitored and optimized production processes to increase throughput and improve quality.
Diploma Engineer Trainee
QHTalbros
Gurugram
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Participated in team meetings, providing valuable input on engineering strategies and offering suggestions for improvement based on knowledge gained during the trainee program.
- Studied corrections from senior engineers to learn and grow professionally.
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Interacted with customers under supervision to support operational objectives.
- Supported organizational objectives with help from existing employees.
- Enhanced trainee experience by developing comprehensive orientation programs and hands-on training sessions.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns, leveraging learned product knowledge.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Board Of Technical Education
Allahabad 04.2001 -
Skills
- Production Planning
- SAP PP configuration
- Quality management integration
- Supply Chain Management
- SAP implementation
- Procurement
- Logistics Management
- Capacity Planning
- System upgrades
- Inventory Management
- Customer Handling
- Forecasting
- Dispatch Planning
- Material Requirement Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Operations Management
- Master Scheduling
- Leadership Skills
- MS Office
- Sales and Operations Planning
Project systems integration
Process order management
Process industry experience
Regression testing
Certification
SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, Production Planning and Manufacturing
Accomplishments
- Awarded by Hero MotoCorp, Suzuki India, Honda Motorcycle as a Best Supplier for Better Performance in Daily Supply Delivery.
- Recognized By Roop Automotives As a Monthly Star Employee for Better Inventory Management.
- Recognized By Helical Spring as a Employee of The Month for Zero Line Stoppage in Machine Shop.
- Recognized By Hero Cycles for Hero Warrior Team for Better Performance in Sales Order Execution on Time.
Interests
Cooking
Studying
Travelling
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Suresh Upadhyai
- Date of Birth: 10 Jun 1996
Timeline
SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, Production Planning and Manufacturing
07-2025
SAP PP Functional Consultant ( Production Planning and Control)
Tata Consultancy Services
07.2024 - Current
Senior Engineer PPC
Hero Cycles
05.2022 - 06.2024
Production Planning Engineer
Helical Springs
03.2021 - 05.2022
PPC Engineer
JTEKT India
12.2020 - 03.2021
Assistant Engineer
Roop Automotives Ltd
07.2018 - 11.2020
Diploma Engineer Trainee
QHTalbros
02.2016 - 06.2018
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Board Of Technical Education
04.2001 -
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