SAMIR C. SHINDE
Assistant Manager- Supply Chain
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Strategic supply chain leader with over 13 years of experience driving demand planning, procurement, inventory optimization, and operations management across FMCG, retail, and e-commerce sectors. Expert in leveraging data analytics (Power BI, SQL) and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and support scalable growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Assistant Manager (MPR)
Landmark Group
11.2022 - Current
- Lead demand planning and replenishment for FMCG Non-Food, ensuring nationwide store & DC connectivity.
- Implemented dashboard reporting and optimized vendor fill rates, reducing stockouts and costs.
- Managed vendor relations and manual planning adaptations per regional demand.
Assistant Manager (Brand Management)
Reliance Retail (B2B)
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Directed dairy category supply chain from procurement to inventory management.
- Automated purchasing processes using SAP; achieved KPI improvements with vendor collaboration.
Senior Executive / Assistant Brand Manager
Nykaa.com
03.2018 - 07.2020
- Streamlined buying, inventory, and replenishment for promotional periods.
- Managed supplier relationships, forecasting, and coordinated marketing activities.
Merchandiser
INC5 Shoes
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Coordinated vendor/stores interface; managed cost-saving and warehouse optimizations.
Research Analyst / Asst. Area Manager-ICQA
Amazon Sellers India
04.2012 - 03.2015
- Led quality assurance and inventory audits, trained teams on process improvements.
Education
MBA - Retail Logistics & Supply Chain
Dr. D. Y. Patil
Navi Mumbai03-2011
Skills
Demand & Supply Planning
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
Interests
Hobbies: Trekking, Walking, Listening to Music
Accomplishments
· 30% reduction in stockouts through optimised inventory planning and improved forecast accuracy
· 15% decrease in excess inventory by implementing data-driven demand planning strategies
· ₹2.5 crore annual cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and procurement optimisation
· 20% improvement in order fulfilment rates by streamlining replenishment processes
Timeline
Assistant Manager (MPR)
Landmark Group
11.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager (Brand Management)
Reliance Retail (B2B)
06.2021 - 11.2022
Senior Executive / Assistant Brand Manager
Nykaa.com
03.2018 - 07.2020
Merchandiser
INC5 Shoes
03.2016 - 02.2018
Research Analyst / Asst. Area Manager-ICQA
Amazon Sellers India
04.2012 - 03.2015
MBA - Retail Logistics & Supply Chain
Dr. D. Y. Patil