Samita Harmalkar

Led supply chain and planning operations for Marico's largest portfolio, covering 13 manufacturing plants and over 100+ SKUs. Oversaw the entire supply chain lifecycle, from production planning to dispatch, ensuring the application of industry best practices and compliance protocols.

Oversaw the delivery of value enhancement initiatives across the business, both domestically and internationally, for supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, and R&D. Ideated and executed cost optimization projects through the value chain, building standardized systems and processes to ensure long-term sustainability.

Part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on the delivery of large transformational programs for clients across consumer goods and telecommunications. Applied appropriate implementation approaches based on delivery concepts, consulting tools, and methodologies.

Led high-impact operational performance improvement programs for clients across consumer goods, steel, packaging, and manufacturing sectors. Developed roadmaps to deliver performance improvement initiatives, partnering with key stakeholders to revamp operating models and optimize business management systems.

Developed the Procurement Strategy Deployment Framework leading to various cost optimization initiatives. Led negotiation of Long-Term service contracts and AMC for Engineering/Logistics function, and played a pivotal role in setting up Reverse auction for spares and services.

Completed a Master of Business Administration degree. Focused on operations management principles and practices.

Earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree with a specialization in Mechanical Engineering. Gained foundational knowledge in mechanical principles and applications.