Vinit Patil Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Ka, In

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Leading team of 96 logistics import/export documentation and planning experts• Managing global operations related to vessel pre-booking processes covering North America, Europe andAPAC region• Exposure to managing process transition related activities such as solution validations, processdocumentations and designing “To Be Process”.• Driving process improvements, identifying automation opportunities in order to improve quality andmeet the productivity targets spread over the contract period.• Capacity planning across the regions to meet daily/weekly/monthly volume inflow• Deployment of BPMS tool (Service Now platform) for better workflow management across regionscovering internal and external stakeholders.• Leading the monthly/quarterly governance meetings with Client leadership (CFO and Regional MD’s)

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

- Leading a team of 40+ resources in Logistics Planning and Execution- 4 Geographies under scope – India, North America, LATAM, Europe- Export and Import Logistics Planning and Documentation- Creation of Pre & Post-Shipment Documentation- Container booking, track container movement from port-manufacturing unit-port- Coordination with CHA’s and Freight Forwarders for customs clearance and other port activities- Manage Import Logistics process by following up with suppliers for Non-Negotiable Documents and tracking original copies- Arrange transportation of imported goods from port to warehouse/plant

Mumbai Area, India

- Managing end to end procurement operations for one of the largest manufacturer and exporter of apparels- Leading a team of 75 data analysts and buyers managing a direct spend of USD 200 million- Implemented strategies for complex service categories reducing the risks on timelines and quality.- Maintained a timeliness score of 100% and quality score of 99% over a period of 12 months - Increased 60% productivity by identifying automation opportunities across the function over a period of 9 months- Improved client satisfaction by 25% (CSAT) by eliminating non-value add activities over a period of 6 months- Developed governance model with multiple business units for performance reviews, designed solutions to mitigate operational challenges and defined road map for future projects.- Streamlined processes across the function by deploying global tools to drive innovations across teams.- Developed mechanism and metrics for reporting service levels, key performance indicators and business outcomes.- Liaised with the leads from other geographies to understand new tools and techniques deployed globally.

Mumbai Area, India

- Launched a handicraft brand with focus on retail of premium category products- Managed turnover of $115k with B2C and B2B business model- Developed a network of 50+ vendors including NGO’s across India specializing in handcrafted products- Managed 8-10 categories ranging from apparels, antique jewelry, tribal artefacts, handcrafted bags, bed linens to name a few- Business tie-ups with international buyers from US, Europe and Australia- Provided end to end Supply Chain solutions right from sourcing, production, packaging and logistics.- Expertise in product customization based on customer requirements and market trends

Mumbai

- Worked as a buyer managing 800+ SKU’s in Kitchen Prep category- Demand forecasting in JDA IPFR, delivering forecast accuracy of about 62%- Responsible for managing demand planning team of 5 analysts- Delivering service levels of 95%+ ensuring availability of goods at the warehouse- Analyzed high volume data on day to day basis for replenishment- Managed 25+ local and offshore vendors ensuring stock availability, delivery of goods- Liaise with merchants and category leads on promotional offers and discount programs.- Worked extensively with category to liquidate ageing inventory

Mumbai Area, India

• Vendor development and vendor evaluation based on the product requirements• Price negotiation with vendors• Purchase order tracking till the goods are loaded on the vessel• Supervising production activities • Regular correspondence with shipping lines, freight forwarders• Liaising with banks for L/C’s

Mumbai Area, India

- Expertise in raw material sourcing from suppliers based in India and China- Responsible for managing 250+ SKU’s - Liaise with Product Development and Merchandising team to introduce new products as per - customer’s requirement- Extensively traveled to manufacturing units for production related activities- Develop new vendors from domestic as well as international markets- Responsible for Price and Lead time negotiations with vendors- Liaise with freight forwarding agents on container bookings, ETA’s and custom clearances

Key Deliverables:Handling the overall procurement of fabrics through local mills. Executing effective production planning and conducting meetings with the mills. Maintaining regular follow ups with sundry mills through weekly visits.