Visha Joshi
Supply Chain Professional
Gurgaon,HR
Summary
13+ years of cross-functional Experience in Procurement, Material Management/Planning, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, SPOT Buying across Metal and FMCG sector. Leading P& L Improvement and Process innovation across functions hence interested in exploring a position that provides more leadership responsibilities and scope for impact.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Manager, Demand & Supply Planning
Carlsberg India
Gurgaon, India
08.2022 - Current
- Leading Team @ Carlsberg India as Customer Planning Lead
- Chaired Product Procurement Presentation to CEO for Approvals @ BALCO
- Monthly Commercial Review with Business and Sales head presenting next four months Forecast in alignment with Sales and Marketing
- Cross Functional initiative with Sales to put M+2 Demand inline to capture COF, FA accurately
Assistant Commercial Manager
Bharat Aluminium Company
Korba, India
01.2010 - 06.2014
- Chaired Product Procurement Presentation to CEO for Approvals @ BALCO
Demand and Supply Planner
Nestle
Gurgaon, India
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Improved order accuracy with meticulous tracking and monitoring of purchase orders, delivery schedules, and invoices.
- Managed procurement activities including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and supplier qualification for multiple categories of products.
- Assisted in developing annual budgets related to material purchases through accurate forecasting methods.
- Supported new product launches by coordinating with various stakeholders involved in the development process ensuring timely availability of necessary components.
Demand Planner
Pepsico Inc
Gurgaon, India
09.2016 - 07.2019
- Supported new product introductions by working closely with Product Management teams to develop accurate launch forecasts based on historical analogs and market research data.
- Ran weekly fill rate reports to highlight potential issues and corresponding solutions.
- Communicated demand plans to manufacturing sites to resolve gaps between demand and supply plans.
- Led monthly consensus meetings with stakeholders from various departments including Sales, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain.
Procurement Manager
Genpact
Gurgaon, India
08.2015 - 09.2016
Procurement Coordinator
PepsiCo
Chennai, India
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Managed inventory levels effectively to minimize stockouts and optimize warehouse space utilization.
- Implemented effective risk management strategies for procurement activities, safeguarding the organization from supply chain disruptions.
- Facilitated clear communication between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring alignment on expectations and deliverables.
- Created detailed reports on procurement activities to inform senior management decisions regarding budget allocations and strategic planning initiatives.
Education
PGDBM - Supply Chain Management
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
01.2019 - 01.2021
B.E. - ELECTRONICS & INSTRUMENTATION, HONS.
Bansal Institute of Science & Technology
01.2005 - 01.2009
Skills
Demand Forecasting
JDA Proficiency
Saddle Point
SAS Data Analysis
Data-Driven Forecasting
Simulation Analysis
Strategic Operational Planning
Product Development Forecasting
Customer Relationship Management
Efficient Supply Chain Planning
Production Planning
Experience with SAP Software
Advanced Excel Functions
Experienced with Wipro Auction Software
Experienced with Ariba Auction Software
Forecast Demand Management
Strategic Procurement
Material Sourcing
Pot Relining Techniques
Spares Inventory Organization
Mechanical Components Management
Extra Curricular Activities
Playing Badminton Reading Hatha Yoga Enthusiast (Practicing Headstand)
Timeline
Senior Manager, Demand & Supply Planning
Carlsberg India
08.2022 - Current
Demand and Supply Planner
Nestle
07.2019 - 08.2022
PGDBM - Supply Chain Management
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
01.2019 - 01.2021
Demand Planner
Pepsico Inc
09.2016 - 07.2019
Procurement Manager
Genpact
08.2015 - 09.2016
Procurement Coordinator
PepsiCo
06.2014 - 08.2015
Assistant Commercial Manager
Bharat Aluminium Company
01.2010 - 06.2014
B.E. - ELECTRONICS & INSTRUMENTATION, HONS.
Bansal Institute of Science & Technology
01.2005 - 01.2009