Supply Chain Project Manager

M

eghana Mahale, MBA

317-***-**** ● Seattle, WA ● ********@*****.***

Supply Chain Project Manager

Masters in Business Administration with over 11 years of work experience in various Supply Chain facets. Lead and managed 3 projects utilizing Agile and DMAIC methodologies resulting in substantial cost saving and process standardization. Proven track record and hands on experience in Inventory Management, Data Analysis, Distribution and Transportation. Known for good data Analysis skills and presenting the summary to senior management. Proficient in using MS Office Suite, Visio, SQL, SAP, Oracle, and home grown applications. Bilingual in Hindi and English.

Areas of expertise include:

Advanced Analytical Skills

Negotiation and Contract Management

People Management

Project Management

Inventory processes

Transportation

Change Management

Reporting to Management

Logistics

Cross-functional Collaboration

Selected Employment Highlights:

Managed and Lead 3 projects as Project manager for implementing new functionalities in the IT Landscape

Developed project plans, tracked and allocated resources for multiple projects; assessed risks.

Developed cost saving measures to reduce costs for the organization by $30,000 in demurrage charges.

Revamped receiving scheduling practices which resulted in 20% increase in efficiency.

Optimized fleet carriers across various national routes leading to a 20% increase in on time deliveries.

Consistently worked with software programs including SQL, Remedy ARS, and Microsoft Office tools.

Professional Experience:

UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS, Indianapolis, IN 2011 – 2014

Operations Supervisor

Oversaw forward and reverse logistics while distributing across dealerships within the US.

Managed 3 projects including shipment scheduling, dealer returns management, and insurance Claims’ management to implement new functionalities in the IT landscape.

Successfully developed and delivered process changes to reduce demurrage charges, resulting in an annual savings of $30,000 while increasing improved availability of product.

Revamped receiving scheduling practices resulting in a 20% increase in efficiency.

Collaborated cross-functionally for inventory control and forecasting of critical parts. Communicated with purchasers to order products to maintain optimum inventory levels. Communicated with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of procured materials.

Handled warranty and insurance Claims and standardized processes for the same.

Reported to management and executive team regularly to provide audit reports versus budget updates.

DHL EXPRESS, India 2005 – 2011

Operations Manager

Led a team of 25 logistics professionals to deliver outstanding results. Recruited, trained, and coached the team to setup a successful new Operations Hub.

Oversaw daily operations and custom clearance activities of the national gateway at the international airport.

Negotiated contracts with various airlines and transporters.

Monitored all activities and developed performance reports to submit to senior management in a timely and consistent manner.

Responsible for optimizing Unit Loading Device (ULD) to comply with international standards and load requirements.

Served as a key player in developing the IT roadmap of current and future business.

Managed the Ash Cloud crisis across Europe in 2010 to minimize the impact for all international air freight shipments.

Earlier Professional Experience:

PENTA FREIGHT INDIA PVT LTD., India 2002 – 2005

Business Analyst

Education:

Master of Business Administration, IT System Management, University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India

Bachelor of Commerce, NM College of Commerce, Mumbai, India

Graduation in National Institute of Information Technology, GNIIT, India

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