SANDESH UTEKAR

• Directed daily operations to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinated logistics operations, including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation, to optimise supply chain flow.
• Monitored supply chain performance using key performance indicators KPIs to achieve targets and objectives.
• Tracked inventory levels and optimised ordering strategies to meet availability needs whilst maintaining budget goals.
• Implemented cost-saving strategies in logistics processes, reducing transportation expenses by 15% annually.
• Coordinated international shipments, adhering to regulatory compliance and customs documentation, to facilitate seamless border crossings.
• Managed relationships with suppliers to secure cost-effective procurement of quality materials.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers and service providers to ensure favourable terms and conditions.
• Implemented strategic sourcing strategies that reduced procurement costs and improved supplier performance metrics.
• Oversaw food cost management, reducing waste and optimising menu pricing for profitability.

• Directing supply chain operations for Dark Stores under the Metro 2.0 Grocery business.
• Coordinated with senior management to implement strategic revenue growth plans, aligning operational initiatives with business objectives.
• Optimising cost structures across warehousing, transport, and 3PL partners while maintaining 100% on-time distribution
• Implemented cost-control measures, reducing overheads while maintaining quality of service.
• Streamlined operational procedures to enhance efficiency and elevate service delivery standards.
• Managed zonal sales co-ordination and inventory across retail formats, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Oversaw daily operations, coordinating with department heads to maintain high standards of service.
• Streamlined Maharashtra & Goa distribution and warehouse efficiency for multi-location operations.
• Managed teams to enhance employee skills and performance.
• Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, performance, and address any issues.
• Developed and maintained safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Monitored inventory levels, ordering stock as necessary to meet demand without excess.

• Spearheaded end-to-end cold chain logistics for dairy, bakery, and frozen (DBF) segments, enhancing product quality and delivery reliability.
• Managed 100 Mts/day hub (F&V) to service 100+ stores in Mumbai, ensuring timely and efficient supply.
• Implemented automation in Hardies packing and integrated flow wrap technology, streamlining packaging processes.
• Ensured 100% Dashboard KPI compliance and managed a workforce of 330+ (On-role & Off-role).
• Key Achievement: Successfully launched B2B Hawker supplies with a 100% Fill Rate.
• Honoured with the 'Jahapanh Tussi Great Ho' Award in recognition of best performance in 2022.

Established a new 1500 Mts cold chain facility in Pune (Chakan), achieving 80% space optimisation.

• Managed Pan-India operations across Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Guwahati, Bangalore, and Delhi.
• Executed cost-saving initiatives in fuel management and fleet optimisation, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
• Led team of warehouse operatives, delivering training and development to boost productivity and foster team morale.
• Streamlined reverse logistics procedures, enhancing returns processing efficiency and improving customer experience.

• Oversaw cold chain logistics processes, ensuring optimal handling and preservation of products during transit.
• Managed DC-to-DC stock transfers on a per-kg model with zero stock variance.
• Streamlined regional distribution and warehouse operations across multiple locations, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Established operational workflows for Gujarat plant, facilitating smoother processes and improved service delivery.

• Optimised dispatch processes and standardised warehouse practices across Pan-India locations to enhance operational consistency.
• Enhanced warehousing efficiency across multi-location Pan-India sites, contributing to streamlined operations.
• Mitigated stock variances through improved inventory reconciliation processes and strengthened MIS reporting, ensuring accuracy.
• Produced timely management information system reports to facilitate data-driven decision making. (On time Report and Fill rate report) on monthly basis.
• Maintained rigorous hygiene and temperature compliance standards for perishable goods.

• Key Account Lead: Managed end-to-end DC operations and retail distribution for various account Subway, KFC
• Maintained 100% temperature compliance and hygiene standards for frozen/chilled product lines.
• Coordinated secondary transportation using reefer vehicles across West and Mumbai regions.

• Managed vehicle routing, vendor contracts, and evaluated logistics bills to optimise network efficiency.
• Spearheaded inventory, shipping, and sales operations with Ramco ERP, enhancing overall process integration.
• Performed data logger analysis, ensuring zero temperature variance during transit to maintain product quality.