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SANJEEV SHUKLA

Bangalore

Summary

An enterprising professional with 21.5 years of rich & extensive experience in developing & implementing Demand & Supply Management, Planning, Inventory Management, Logistics and Procurement Solutions that drive improvement in top-line & bottom-line performance and overall business results. Showcased acumen in planning and implementing SOP across all FC/DC, RPC & Dark Store Operations for customer like – ITC, Epigamia, Apna Klub, Reliance Grocery & Jio Mart, Flipkart Keen strategist with expertise in distribution planning & logistics solutions that contributed to top-line & bottom-line goals, through effective management of 3PL/ dispatch & transportation and strict adherence to SOPs to ensure timely deliveries Extensive experience and comprehensive knowledge of the Last Mile Distribution framework & operations with proficiency in ensuring delivery of quality products, within time and budget to the final destination (end customers/dealers/shops). Planning and setting up hyperlocal delivery network for Dark Store operations. Broad-based expertise in optimizing middle-mile delivery line haul planning and management, coupled with the proficiency to orchestrate diverse transportation modes for efficient last-mile operations Wealth of expertise lies in monitoring the overall SCM operations and enhancing the operational efficiency by eliminating obsolescence and achieving cost reduction through vendor development, materials management and inventory control; planning inventory using ABC and XYZ Analysis Precise perfection in the expansion of the Postal Index Number (PIN) system and network planning, contributing to enhanced logistical efficiency and service coverage Excellence in cost-effective supply chain solutions, curtailing inventory-holding expenses and ensuring strict adherence to the minimum inventory level to minimize wastage Skilled at evaluating & identifying new domestic & international suppliers for procurement, driving competitions resulting in cost savings for strategic projects; negotiating high level contracts with vendors, suppliers & top-level executives Transition Specialist; steered transition initiatives, reengineered existing process, curbed tasks involved & made process lean Highly effective in managing fleet size of 600+ vehicles for managing D2C and B2B deliveries

Supply Chain Specialist with proven track record in optimizing logistics, procurement, and inventory management. Skilled in driving team collaboration and delivering results by adapting to changing needs. Adept at process improvement, supplier negotiation, and strategic planning. Reliable and resourceful with strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supply Chain Head

Biso Na Biso – Kin Marche
  • Manage and lead integrated Supply chain operations – Demand forecasting, B2C and B2B operations with total footprint of 900000 sqft warehouse and logistics operations
  • Manage resources, information, and goods by planning, implementing and controlling goods and services
  • Manage the entire supply chain process from suppliers to consumers
  • Evaluate past performance data to forecast needs and production levels
  • Develop strategic plans to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations
  • Manage the global supply chain performance metrics to ensure operational performance goals are met throughout the supply chain departments
  • Ensure issues regarding new/existing products are resolved in a timely and cost-efficient manner
  • Organized and directed the work of storeroom, shipping and receiving personnel engaged in receiving, issuing, packaging and shipping parts, materials, supplies, and equipment
  • Managed policies, procedures, and personnel regarding MRP, replenishment and purchasing systems
  • Developed systems, policies and procedures to evaluate vendor quotations that utilize appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and service
  • Managed and monitored procurement and physical inventory reporting systems to meet company financial goals
  • Reviewed contracts, bids, proposals and vendor agreements for legal correctness, price, and acceptability and assured supply
  • Negotiated requests for equipment, lease, supplies, and services from suppliers and subcontractor
  • Key Result Area:

Zonal Head (West Zone 2)

Tata Croma
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Spearheading the entire gamut of West Zone FC & CDC warehouses; directing end-to-end SCM and Logistics activities of the organization
  • Implementing rigorous inventory management practices to achieve zero variance, ensuring precise tracking and control of stock levels to minimize discrepancies and optimize supply chain efficiency
  • Facilitating significant national contracts for vendor development, focusing on last mile and middle mile deliveries throughout the entire region
  • Formulating the long-term and short-term budgets, global procurement strategies & category structure to optimize key global indirect categories while gaining alignment with corporate and regional stakeholders
  • Pioneering Services delivery as per SLA and achieving KPI numbers via strong monitoring and control
  • Deploying excellent skills in Pre bid activities, Internal assessment/Business case, Market Research, Identify/qualify supplier, Risk Mgmt., Strategy, Sourcing steps, Contract Mgmt., SRM & Operations
  • Leading strategic senior leadership reviews with account plans for future projects and implementing sourcing strategies, contingency plans, and action timelines aligned with project requirements for commodities
  • Developing improved SOP quality and supplier audit plans, streamlining process and product audits to ensure consistent adherence to product requirements
  • Conducting comprehensive analysis, including spend analysis, supplier assessments, financial perspectives, and market analysis, to enhance the supply chain, leverage the supplier base, and achieve cost reduction
  • Key Result Area:

Associate Director: Central Warehouse Operations and Logistics

Shadowfax Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Orchestrated PAN India FC, CDC & Dark Store Operations of MCS & Logistics operations of 7 lac sqft
  • Managed team size of 1500 resources, responsible for managing annual PnL of Rapid Ecom vertical of INR 40 Cr
  • Highlights:

Deputy Director Operations

Myntra Jabong
12.2019 - 10.2020
  • Piloted West region FC & Logistics operations for Myntra.Com, analysing 3 FC/DC and RPC spanning 6.5 lac sq
  • Ft., with a team of 2300 resources, managing daily throughput of 1.6 lac units in BAU operations and 3.5 lac units during EORS and promotional sales
  • Highlights:

Chief Manager Operation

Reliance Retail Ltd.
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Renowned for setting up
  • First B2B FC at Bangalore
  • Four CDC pan India for JIT operations
  • Transportation HUB pan India for B2B operations
  • Mentored the team of 600 direct & indirect resources
  • Highlights:

Senior Manager head of Operation & Logistics

SICAL Logistics (Coffee Day Global Ltd.)
10.2016 - 01.2018
  • Established
  • Nationwide air cargo operations
  • Control tower team and transportation management system (TMS) across India
  • Successfully executed a Warehouse Project at the primary facility in Bangalore, covering an area of 1 lac sq
  • Ft
  • Spearheaded the operations of 312 Fleet size, 33 Warehouses Pan India with monthly throughput of 18 lac units spread across 500000 sq
  • Ft
  • And total manpower of 197 people: Inbound / outbound / putaway / picking / inventory management for customer like Café Coffee Day, UML, Ricoh, Salora, HTC Mobiles
  • Highlights:

Warehouse Head

Pantaloons (Aditya Birla Fashion Retail Ltd.)
11.2015 - 10.2016
  • Pioneered the establishment of the first 85,000 sq
  • Ft
  • Warehouse in Bengaluru
  • Achieved a monthly cost saving of INR 12 Lakhs
  • Conferred with the CEO Team Excellence Award
  • Directed the gamut of warehouse operations with throughput of 15 lac units / monthly with a warehouse spanning 125,000 sq
  • Ft
  • And a workforce of 157 people
  • Facilitated inventory of 8 Lakhs pieces with 33k SKU
  • Managed returns from 128 stores nationwide, efficiently segregating articles by merchandise category, and controlled refinishing section of return warehouse
  • Accelerated the Warehouse in Bengaluru & Kolkata for Pantaloons worth INR 16.92 Crores and successfully closed the project INR 15.30 Crores
  • Acted as a key member in Go-Live of Warehouse operation with daily average through put of 60000 GRN/60000 GI
  • Tactfully established the Chain of Transportation network by directly managing the vendors associated which resulted in saving of nearly INR 12 Lakhs per month
  • Highlights:

Manager – Operations

DHL Supply Chain India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2011 - 09.2015
  • Received the "Employee of the Year" award in 2014 for the successful establishment of the India E-Commerce Retail Operation Hub for the Xiaomi Project
  • Earned the ROD Trophy and was acknowledged as the Best Performer Employee of the South Region in 2012
  • Developed an inventory forecasting tool to facilitate the development of min/max stock report to streamline indent and product planning
  • Managed a monthly throughput of 4 lakh units (Inbound) and 4.5 lakh units (Outbound), while managing an annual revenue portfolio of INR 17 Crores
  • Accomplished significant cost savings of approximately INR 39.6 Lakhs / US$ 66,000 by implementing supply base rationalization and strategic initiatives within targeted categories
  • Highlights:

Store Manager (More Store)

Aditya Birla Retail Limited
05.2011 - 10.2011

Store Manager

SPINACH (Wadhwan Foods Pvt. Ltd.)
01.2006 - 04.2011

Assistant Warehouse Manager

Plast Worth Industries Pvt. Ltd.
02.2002 - 01.2006

Education

M.A. - History

Ramjas College
01.2001

B.A. - History Hons.

Ramjas College
01.1999

Skills

  • MS Office
  • Internet Applications
  • EWM (SAP)
  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Warehouse operations
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Logistics management
  • Logistics coordination
  • ERP systems proficiency

Accomplishments

Awarded Employee of the Year for Operation Excellence in DHL SUpply Chian India Pvt Ltd.

Team Excellence Award for Adity Birla Retail Ltd

Certification

  • Certified Supply Chain Specialist - DSC
  • Certified First Aid Trainer (St. John Hospital, Bangalore)
  • Certified PTQ Trainer (DHL Supply Chain India Pvt. Ltd.)

PERSONAL DETAILS

English & Hindi

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Strategic Planning & Leadership
  • Revenue & EBITDA Growth
  • Forward & Reverse Logistics
  • Third Party Logistics (3PL)
  • B2B and B2C Strategy Development
  • Network Planning and Optimization
  • Business Continuity Planning
  • Manpower & Warehouse Mgmt.
  • Budgeting & Costing
  • Vendor/ Supplier Management
  • Team Management
  • Go-To-Market Strategies

SOFT SKILLS

  • Analytical
  • Planner
  • Strategist
  • Leader

Timeline

Zonal Head (West Zone 2)

Tata Croma
01.2022 - 01.2024

Associate Director: Central Warehouse Operations and Logistics

Shadowfax Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
10.2020 - 12.2021

Deputy Director Operations

Myntra Jabong
12.2019 - 10.2020

Chief Manager Operation

Reliance Retail Ltd.
01.2018 - 12.2019

Senior Manager head of Operation & Logistics

SICAL Logistics (Coffee Day Global Ltd.)
10.2016 - 01.2018

Warehouse Head

Pantaloons (Aditya Birla Fashion Retail Ltd.)
11.2015 - 10.2016

Manager – Operations

DHL Supply Chain India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2011 - 09.2015

Store Manager (More Store)

Aditya Birla Retail Limited
05.2011 - 10.2011

Store Manager

SPINACH (Wadhwan Foods Pvt. Ltd.)
01.2006 - 04.2011

Assistant Warehouse Manager

Plast Worth Industries Pvt. Ltd.
02.2002 - 01.2006

Supply Chain Head

Biso Na Biso – Kin Marche

B.A. - History Hons.

Ramjas College

M.A. - History

Ramjas College
SANJEEV SHUKLA