•Led a high-impact Green Belt project to achieve a cost avoidance of $24,000 by optimizing outbound replenishment processes. •Utilized DMAIC and SPC methodologies to analyze processes, employing lean tools such as charters, fishbones, process maps, value stream maps, control charts, and SIPOC for high-level understanding.•Implemented Statistical Process Control (SPC) control charts to monitor and identify anomalies in production, facilitating timely interventions and ensuring process… Show more •Led a high-impact Green Belt project to achieve a cost avoidance of $24,000 by optimizing outbound replenishment processes. •Utilized DMAIC and SPC methodologies to analyze processes, employing lean tools such as charters, fishbones, process maps, value stream maps, control charts, and SIPOC for high-level understanding.•Implemented Statistical Process Control (SPC) control charts to monitor and identify anomalies in production, facilitating timely interventions and ensuring process stability.•Streamlined procurement process by managing procurement of raw materials and shop floor supplies, Optimization of inventory levels, resulting in a 5.3% reduction in carrying costs.•Designed and modified parts and components for company's product line (cherry pitter, smoker, and dehydrator), resulting in cost effective gains and superior quality.•Managed global raw material import leading to revised cost-effectiveness – savings of over $50,000 annually. Show less

•Collaborated with F500 clients to understand their business needs and challenges in supply chain and purchase departments.•Developed and delivered compelling pitches for AI/ML tools tailored to optimize supply chain and procurement processes.•Developed and executed strategic plans leading to expanding market reach by entering new markets in Europe.•Received 2 sales achievement awards, in recognition of outstanding performance and contribution to company success.

• Managed the logistics of over 3000MT of mica products every month – dealt with freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure timely delivery of goods across international borders, resulting in a 98% on-time delivery rate.• Evaluated the quotes from different suppliers and negotiated with them to source raw components worth $40,000 per month.• Implementing efficient supplier planning and Just in Time (JIT) delivery to reduce the inventory cost by 16%.• Used AHP to evaluate more… Show more • Managed the logistics of over 3000MT of mica products every month – dealt with freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure timely delivery of goods across international borders, resulting in a 98% on-time delivery rate.• Evaluated the quotes from different suppliers and negotiated with them to source raw components worth $40,000 per month.• Implementing efficient supplier planning and Just in Time (JIT) delivery to reduce the inventory cost by 16%.• Used AHP to evaluate more than 18 vendors for raw material quality, cost, and delivery time. Contributed to the implementation of inventory management strategies like EOQ, ABC analysis, JIT, and Kanban, which resulted in a 14% inventory decrease.• Employed demand forecasting strategies to reduce the cost of acquiring the buffer stock by $135 per order.• Led the team for the Social Accountability (SA:8000) Certification. Conducted audits of suppliers and logistics providers to ensure compliance with company standards, resulting in improved quality and working environments. Show less

Negotiated and purchased EV parts during supply crisis, amid pandemic, in the procurement department.

Worked on a project with the chief engineer of Pig Iron production plant - to reduce COGS by controlling coke and iron-ore consumption in the blast furnace.