Supply Chain Inventory Management

DEBARAJ MINZ

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Professional Summary

• Around 9 years of expertise in inventory planning, demand forecasting, and data analysis to optimize supply chain operations and drive continuous improvement.

• Proficient in R Programming, Python, Power BI, and Tableau for advanced data analysis, predictive modeling, data visualization, and the development of interactive dashboards for the supply chain.

• Experience in KPI management and reporting, hypothesis testing, Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) analysis, and root cause analysis to optimize inventory levels, and improve the operational efficiency supply chain.

• Skilled in end-to-end process integration for Supply Chain Management including Raw Material Sourcing, Procurement, Production Planning, Finished Goods, Inventory Management, Delivery Processing, Returns Management, and Invoice Verification.

• Proven ability in Project Management, Inventory Management, and Risk Control Management, encompassing project planning and execution, demand forecasting and inventory optimization, and the identification and mitigation of supply chain disruptions.

Education

Masters of Engineering in Engineering Management

Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ, USA

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering

C. V. Raman College of Engineering, Odisha, India

Skills

• Methodologies: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Agile, Waterfall, Just-in-Time (JIT), 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis (5-Why, Fishbone Diagram), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA, PFMEA),

• Languages: Python, SQL

• Program/ Software: Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, VBA/Macros), Power BI, Tableau, SAP (MM and EWM), Ariba, MS Project, MS Office, Anaplan, Kinaxis RapidResponse, PrimaverP6, CATIA, AutoCAD

• Analysis: KPI Management & Reporting, Regression Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), Safety Stock Calculation, S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning), OTIF, Cycle Time Analysis, ABC/XYZ Analysis

• Managerial Skills: Project Management, Demand Forecasting, Inventory Management, Procurement & Supplier Management, Risk Control Management, Continuous Process Improvement, Warehouse & Supply Chain Optimization.

Work Experience

Wayfair, NJ Aug 2024 – Current

Supply Chain Analyst

• Reduced lead times through process mapping and implementing a system, a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt project, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and reduced inventory holding costs.

• Built 5S across three departments, utilizing data-driven insights to achieve a 15% reduction in waste and enhancement in workplace safety.

• Developed complex Excel-based forecasting models for demand planning, inventory optimization, and capacity planning, resulting in a 5% increase in forecast accuracy and a 3% reduction in inventory levels.

• Established interactive Tableau dashboards to visualize critical supply chain performance including inventory levels, transportation costs, and delivery times, leading to a 15% improvement in data-driven.

• Led the successful implementation of the Six Sigma DMAIC methodology to analyze and optimize warehouse picking operations, resulting in a 20% increase in picking efficiency and a 25% reduction in picking errors.

• Initiated KPI reporting by automating processes using scripting languages and scheduling tools in a 20% reduction in manual reporting time, ensuring timely and accurate data delivery to stakeholders.

• Carried out an EOQ-based inventory management system, resulting in a 10% reduction in stockouts and an increase in order fulfillment accuracy, demonstrated by improved key performance indicators. Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Rourkela, India Jan 2016 – Aug 2022 Deputy Manager – Planning

• Enhanced fundamental understandings of mechanical, electrical, and control systems through the manuals, and engineering drawing analysis, resulting in implementing a critical procurement strategy for an accurate procurement process.

• Administered over 50 vendor contracts including both indigenously and imported, ensuring adherence to financial and operational goals.

• Led the implementation of logistics optimization projects, delivering significant cost savings of 10% in transportation expenses while simultaneously improving delivery times.

• Engaged in Six Sigma methodologies, including SIPOC and FMEA, to pinpoint and eliminate the root causes of defects, achieving a 25% decrease in rework.

• Expertly managed purchasing requirements using SAP (MM Module) to oversee and track purchase orders and payment schedules, streamlining operations and increasing procurement efficiency by 30%.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineers, finance managers, operation managers, and supply chain specialists, to enhance procurement scope, terms, and conditions, achieving a 30% improvement in spare delivery time.

• Operated SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module to manage complex supply chain networks and improve visibility into inventory levels by 20%.

• Constructed long-term relationships with suppliers, defined procurement strategies, and drove process improvement initiatives to reduce operational costs.

• Forged strong relationships with international suppliers across China, Japan, France, Spain, the UK, and the US, driving strategic partnerships that enhanced supply chain resilience and supported global expansion efforts. Techbiz Solutions, India Jun 2013 – Feb 2015

Junior Supply Chain Analyst

• Executed Agile methodologies within the supply chain team, achieving a 20% reduction in project lead times and project success rates, leading to improved efficiency and faster time-to-market for new initiatives.

• Utilized root cause analysis techniques, including the 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and Pareto analysis, to identify and address root causes of supply chain issues, resulting in a 20% decrease in transportation costs.

• Engineered predictive models using Excel VBA and statistical functions, such as forecasting demand and optimizing inventory levels, resulting in a 15% improvement in forecast accuracy and inventory holding costs.

• Partnered with business stakeholders to identify and implement supply chain improvements that directly impacted the bottom line, including reduced inventory holding costs and increased customer satisfaction.

• Accomplished hypothesis testing on key supply chain factors, including supplier performance and demand variability, achieving a reduction in supplier lead times forecast accuracy.

• Analyzed historical sales data and market trends to identify a significant mismatch between supply and demand. Developed a sophisticated demand forecasting model using advanced statistical techniques, achieving a 15% improvement in forecast accuracy.

• Implemented a risk management framework that identified and mitigated potential supply chain disruptions, such as natural disasters, supplier failures, and geopolitical instability, reducing supply chain disruptions by 15%.

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