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Grishma prakash

@grishmaprakash

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Results-driven Project Manager skilled in optimizing complex operations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth and collaboration in a dynamic environment.

I am a results-driven Project Manager with a strong background in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex operations. My experience includes overseeing inventory management for over 500 SKUs, where I achieved a remarkable 93%+ availability goal. I pride myself on my ability to deliver projects on time and within budget by proactively identifying risks and coordinating with stakeholders.

Throughout my career, I have successfully executed inventory strategies that contributed to significant revenue growth, including a $2M+ increase during my tenure as a Senior Inventory Specialist. My analytical skills allow me to conduct thorough cost-benefit analyses and optimize product positioning, ultimately reducing costs and improving availability. I am passionate about fostering strong team collaboration in fast-paced environments and continuously driving process improvements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Lead Inventory Specialist

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Apr 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 9 months)

Managed complex inventory planning for over 500 SKUs across multiple categories, achieving 93%+ availability goals. Owned weekly forecasting and budgeting processes, delivering 20%+ improvement in seasonal stock availability.

Inventory Forecasting Forecasting Budgeting Vendor Management Logistics Coordination Operations Management Process Improvement

Senior Inventory Specialist

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Jul 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 8 months)

Defined and executed inventory strategy for Small Formats, contributing to 98%+ product availability and $2M+ revenue growth. Conducted cost-benefit analyses and Open to Buy planning to manage replenishment cycles, reducing overstock by 15%.

Inventory Strategy Cost Benefit Analysis Open To Buy Management Replenishment Cycle Management Risk Mitigation Data Analysis Process Improvement Cross Functional Collaboration

Operations Analyst

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May 2020 - Jun 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Managed B2B onboarding and success for enterprise clients in a high-growth startup environment. Developed detailed project plans and documentation to improve process consistency and reduce onboarding time by 30%.

Project Planning Process Improvement Cross Functional Communication Workflow Design Data Analysis Reporting Client Success Marketing Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Shiv Nadar University

Master of Business Administration, Data Science and Analytics

Pursued a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Data Science and Analytics. Focused on leveraging data-driven insights for strategic business decisions.

Bangalore Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics Communication

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering degree with a focus on Electronics Communication. Gained foundational knowledge in electronic systems and communication technologies.