Sayalee Bhavsar
@sayaleebhavsar
Operations Research professional at Henkel who developed a Gurobi airfreight allocation model delivering €100K+ in cost savings.
NetherlandsWhat I'm looking for
At Henkel, I formulated and solved a Gurobi-based logistics network optimization model to allocate airfreight shipments across carriers and routes, achieving €100K+ in cost savings. I also modeled CO₂ emissions as a second objective to show cost-versus-sustainability trade-offs.
My work spans supply chain optimization and forecasting, from Python/Pyomo scheduling and network flow models to demand forecasting and automated Power BI dashboards. I’m actively seeking EU-based OR Analyst, Supply Chain Data Scientist, or Optimization Engineer roles.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Formulated and solved a logistics network optimization MIP using Gurobi to allocate airfreight shipments, achieving €100K+ cost savings. Modeled CO₂ emissions as a second objective and built automated Power BI dashboards for KPI monitoring.
Solved graduate-level OR problems including LP, MIP, network flow, queueing, and simulation models for a global university audience. Developed Python/Pyomo formulations for job-shop scheduling, facility location, and VRP models.
Area Supply Manager
OYO Hotels & Homes
Jun 2019 - Nov 2019 (5 months)
Built regression and time-series demand forecasting models in Python to predict occupancy and optimize procurement, reducing excess inventory. Designed a supplier KPI tracking framework for data-driven vendor selection.
Implemented regional demand forecasting using trend analysis and historical sales data, driving 4× month-over-month revenue growth through inventory-sales alignment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Master of Science, Transportation and Supply Chain Management
Pursued an MSc in Transportation and Supply Chain Management, focusing on network analysis, supply chain data analytics, and demand forecasting.
Mumbai University
Master of Business Administration, Operations Management
Completed an MBA in Operations Management, covering operations research, international logistics, and strategic management.
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, with coursework in industrial engineering and CAD/CAM automation.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Green Belt Certification, Lean Six Sigma
Certified in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, demonstrating proficiency in process improvement methodologies.
Statistical Forecasting using R
Certification, Statistical Forecasting
Certified in statistical forecasting using R, covering time-series analysis and predictive modeling techniques.
Availability
Location
NetherlandsAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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