Sanjay Kumar Sah
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic supply chain professional with a proven track record at Flipkart, leading teams to achieve a 9% reduction in operational costs through strategic process improvements. Skilled in Supply planning, Retail business operation, inventory management and stakeholder collaboration, I excel in driving efficiency and fostering team growth while delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Head - Procurement Manager
PharmEasy - Accent Wellness (A Group of API Holdings)
Bengaluru
03.2025 - Current
- Performed weekly performance analysis of the team using in-depth report reviews.
- Forecasted purchasing needs by assessing supply levels and aging inventory metrics.
- Partnered with purchasing team to evaluate purchase orders prior to execution.
- Analyzed top 1K and 5K SKUs performance to maintain stock accuracy and readiness for fulfillment.
- Tracked contribution margins weekly, aiding data-driven decision-making for assortment strategies.
- Managed nationwide inventory movement, enhancing regional availability while reducing lead times.
- Tracked and improved Customer First Fill Rate to enhance order fulfillment accuracy, reduce cancellations, and ensure a superior customer experience.
Supply Planning & Retails Operations
Flipkart Internet Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
10.2018 - 02.2025
- Led a 20-member team across multiple categories, ensuring seamless service delivery, execution excellence, and alignment with business goals.
- Forecasted capacity and planned inventory for BAU and major sales events (BBD, BSD, Republic Day, Independence Day), optimizing in-stock rates and regional utilization.
- Drove operational efficiency through strategic space planning, inventory placement, and collaboration with supply chain, fulfillment, and systems teams.
- Developed and tracked key performance indicators (PPV In-stock, Sales In-stock, D+7 In-stock, Zonal In-stock) to maintain inventory health and minimize stockouts.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to a 9% reduction in operational costs; designed automated, scalable solutions in collaboration with product and project teams.
- Managed core operational tasks including QC, purchase orders, catalog management, return logistics, and performance reporting across key metrics (Sales, DOH, SLA, Speed, RTO).
- Set SMART goals, analyzed team performance trends, and created Individual Development Plans to promote growth and drive accountability.
Inventory Manager at Flipkart Fulfillment Centre
Flipkart Internet Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Oversaw entire inventory lifecycle, maintaining accurate stock levels and efficient replenishment.
- Implemented inventory control procedures to ensure 100% accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
- Ensured timely order processing, including picking, packing, and shipping to meet customer expectations.
- Coordinated with departments to streamline inbound and outbound logistics processes.
- Established best practices for storage and distribution to optimize space utilization.
- Led and trained warehouse staff to enhance productivity and performance standards.
- Analyzed inventory data to forecast demand and inform stock management decisions.
- Prepared reports on inventory status and warehouse performance for senior management.
Fulfillment Manager
TCI - Supply Chain Solutions
Bengaluru
05.2015 - 10.2018
- Managed multiple projects across TCI-SCS, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to standards.
- Oversaw inventory and outbound operations for Amazon Wholesale India, achieving significant efficiency improvements.
- Led project management initiatives for Honda Two-Wheeler, coordinating cross-functional teams to meet objectives.
- Directed inventory management processes at Larsen and Toubro, enhancing stock accuracy and turnover rates.
- Cultivated key account relationships at Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail, driving sales growth and client satisfaction.
- Executed strategies to optimize inventory flow and reduce costs in various roles.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align project goals and ensure resource availability across organizations.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness in all projects.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Marketing
Indira Institute of Management
Pune05.2015
Bachelor of Business Management - Marketing
M. S Ramaiah College of Arts, Science & Commerce
Bengaluru05.2012
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Analytical Thinking
- Process Improvement
- Decision making
- Problem Solving
- Leadership & Team Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Project management
- Technical skills
- Strategic Planning
- Stakeholder Management
- Project management
- Technical skills
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- Certified Lean Yellow Belt, 06/01/19, applied Six Sigma methodologies, Fishbone Analysis, and 5 Whys Analysis techniques
- Successful completion of insights into the UAE market and culture, Indira Institute of Management, Pune, 09/01/14
- Master Class Certificate in Sales and Service, Dale Carnegie and Associates, 03/01/14
Affiliations
- Watching movies, TV shows, Traveling, Photography
Awards
- Mission Milestone at Flipkart
- Instant Karma Award at Flipkart
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Kannada
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Regional Head - Procurement Manager
PharmEasy - Accent Wellness (A Group of API Holdings)
03.2025 - Current
Inventory Manager at Flipkart Fulfillment Centre
Flipkart Internet Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 05.2020
Supply Planning & Retails Operations
Flipkart Internet Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 02.2025
Fulfillment Manager
TCI - Supply Chain Solutions
05.2015 - 10.2018
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Marketing
Indira Institute of Management
Bachelor of Business Management - Marketing
M. S Ramaiah College of Arts, Science & Commerce
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