Parag Shinde

My duties included:

• Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring orders and addressing any delays or discrepancies promptly.
• Prepared detailed purchase requisitions and documentation for approval by senior management, expediting the procurement process while maintaining transparency throughout all stages of decision-making.
• Coordinated with the finance department to reconcile invoices, ensuring accurate payment processing and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Assisted in evaluating and analyzing offers received from suppliers and service providers.
• Improved inventory control measures by conducting regular audits on stock levels and implementing a robust tracking system.
• Procured goods and supplies while adhering to strict industry rules and procedures.
• Reduced purchasing costs with strategic negotiation tactics in collaboration with suppliers, resulting in significant savings for the company.
• Provided purchase information to support budget planning, expenditures and financial commitments

• Solved problems timely and effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Managed day-to-day department operations with effective workflow coordination.
• Supported daily operations by organizing office spaces for maximum functionality and ease of use.
• Collaborated with other departments to foster smooth operation of daily processes.
• Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures to maintain consistency and accuracy across all tasks.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals within specified timelines.

Supply Chain Analyst (Key Role)

Spearheaded the seamless flow of life-saving jacket products through the supply chain.

Procurement and Supplier Relationship Management:
Strategically managed the procurement of vital raw materials for production.

• Evaluated procurement processes and used results to improve workflows and procedures.

Implemented cost-effective procurement methods while maintaining quality standards. Used software, namely SAP Ariba, to manage the process along with maintaining active communication with the supplier. Sourced contracts, managed spend and optimised the supply chain process using Ariba. Cultivated and maintained strong supplier relationships to ensure a reliable supply chain. Collaborated with suppliers to address issues, negotiate terms, and resolve disruptions.

Timely Delivery and Inventory Control:
Oversaw timely delivery of finished goods to customers and retailers.
Monitored and optimised inventory levels to support efficient production.

Performance Analysis and Quality Control:
Analysed supply chain metrics to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Conducted quality checks to ensure product quality in collaboration with suppliers.

Risk Mitigation and Communication:
Assessed and calculated risks within the supply chain to reduce disruptions.
Facilitated effective communication between internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

Reporting and Data-Driven Strategies:
Generated reports on the performance of supply chain, providing valuable insights to management.

• Sourced and verified quotations from suppliers before initiating purchase processes.
• Built productive relationships with stakeholders, communicated updates and sought mutually beneficial outcomes.

Assisted in Managing the retail store along with the retail manager assisting him in planning strategies to grow sales and boost the business.

• Prepared and raised purchase orders for new merchandise before stock-out.
• Kept current inventory information and coordinated deliveries to maintain levels.
• Contacted suppliers to resolve price, quality and delivery issues.
• Negotiated contracts and improved prices and terms with suppliers to make business savings.
• Determined and enforced criteria for supplier bids and selection.
• Built and managed supplier contact and maintained lasting relationships.
• Worked with department leaders to meet diverse purchasing needs.
• Assisted purchasing manager with identifying improvement opportunities and managing purchasing operations.
• Adhered to industry, internal and regulator requirements for different types of purchases.

Coordination and reporting of cross-functional teams

Successfully coordinated efforts across numerous teams, including sales, backend, and mechanical departments.

Ensured that all departments ran smoothly by facilitating communication, collaboration, and problem-solving.

Regular reports were delivered directly to the general manager, highlighting departmental performance and areas for development, contributing to informed executive decision-making.

I collected, tracked, and evaluated current business and data to stay abreast of market trends.

• Received, processed, and organised deliveries within tight deadlines.
• Promoted high health, safety and security standards to maintain quality, compliant operations.
• Assisted the retail division in designing strategies to boost visibility and sales.
• Educated teams on industry best practices and advancements to improve operational performance.