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Amit Sharma

@amitsharma3

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Goal-oriented supply chain manager with 13+ years of experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in a dynamic organization that fosters growth and innovation.

I am a goal-oriented and energetic professional with over 13 years of extensive experience in Supply Chain Management, focusing on Supply Planning, Sourcing, Procurement, and Customer Service. My career has been marked by significant achievements, including managing new product development planning and serving as a Category Manager for Packaging and Paper products at HPRL (McDonald's). I have successfully overseen procurement for a diverse inventory, ensuring efficiency improvements and cost savings across various categories.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to lead projects, such as the Auto Replenishment System for KFC, and have been recognized as a Star Performer in Supply Chain Management by the Group CEO. My experience spans multiple industries, including FMCG, food processing, and chemicals, where I have developed vendor relationships and optimized supply chain processes to enhance operational performance. I am passionate about driving cost-saving initiatives and ensuring product availability to meet market demands.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Manager – Supply Chain

Current

HPRL (McDonalds)

Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Currently managing new product development planning and category management for packaging and paper products. Responsible for ensuring supply for all NPD materials and achieving cost savings while maintaining stock availability during promotions.

Supply Chain Management New Product Development Procurement Inventory Management Product Costing Vendor Management SAP Logistics Category Management Project Management

Manager – Supply Chain

Sapphire Foods

Dec 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years)

Managed categories for KFC including poultry, packaging, and beverages. Focused on maintaining line fill rates, timely MRP processing, and vendor negotiations to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

Supply Chain Management Procurement Negotiation Category Management Logistics Data Analysis Forecasting

Customer Service

Unilever

Apr 2017 - Jul 2019 (2 years 3 months)

Acted as the customer service representative for Reliance Cash and Carry, ensuring order fulfillment and logistics coordination. Focused on meeting sales targets and maintaining inventory levels across multiple warehouses.

Customer Service Fulfillment Logistics Inventory Management Sales Supply Chain Management Data Analysis SAP Performance Metrics Vendor Management

Production Scheduling – Deployment Executive

General Mills India Pvt. Ltd.

Jan 2015 - Nov 2016 (1 year 10 months)

Managed production scheduling and capacity planning for Yoplait yogurt, ensuring optimal inventory levels and adherence to service levels. Provided production forecasts and coordinated material movement.

Production Scheduling Capacity Planning Inventory Management Forecasting SAP Data Analysis Supply Chain Management Logistics Performance Metrics

Scheduler (Supply Chain Planner)

Solvay Chemicals

Mar 2014 - Jan 2015 (10 months)

Developed production schedules based on S&OP and market forecasts, ensuring efficient raw material procurement and quality coordination. Managed daily production reports and capacity utilization.

Production Scheduling Supply Chain Management SAP Quality Control Inventory Management Forecasting Data Analysis Logistics Procurement

DPS & Raw Material Planner

Tata Consultancy Services

Sep 2009 - Mar 2014 (4 years 6 months)

Handled production and raw material planning for Dow Chemicals, focusing on procurement, inventory control, and forecasting. Improved lead times and optimized inventory cycles.

Production Procurement Inventory Forecasting SAP Vendor Management Supply Chain Management Data Analysis Logistics

Planning Engineer (PPIC)

Fluid Line Valves

Feb 2009 - Sep 2009 (7 months)

Managed production planning and raw material procurement, focusing on vendor management and cost reduction strategies. Ensured timely availability of materials for production.

Production Management Procurement Vendor Management Supply Chain Management Data Analysis Logistics Continuous Improvement Process Optimization

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Mumbai University

Master of Management Studies, Operations

2006 - 2009

Completed a Master of Management Studies with a focus on Operations. The program included extensive training in supply chain management, project management, and operational efficiency.

Mumbai University

Bachelor of Management Studies, Management

2003 - 2006

Earned a Bachelor of Management Studies, which provided foundational knowledge in management principles, business strategies, and operational practices.