Assistant Sales

Vasudha Talbar

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• Research Assistant with 2+ years of experience in automotive industry in Supply Chain, Data Analysis and Lean manufacturing.

• Experienced in preparing common interpretations of document and reports while managing data.

• Skilled in recording, interpreting and analysing data using MS Excel, Pivot tables, Spreadsheets, Google sheets and ERP systems.

• Acute knowledge of Business Operations to develop framework that aligns strategy planning, sales growth and market research with business goals.

• Trained in ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949

EDUCATION

Master of Science Engineering Management (Supply Chain and ERP) July 2017 – March 2019 Kettering University, Flint, Michigan GPA: 3.70

Coursework: Product Management, ERP, Supply Chain Operations, Advanced Topics in Supply Chain Network - Design, Enterprise Information System Models, Strategy, Statistics and Quantitative Methods for Managerial Decisions, Marketing Management Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering July 2012 - May 2016 Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India GPA: 3.51 PROFESSIONAL TRAINING/ CERTIFICATIONS

• CQI-19 Sub-Tier Supplier Management Process, AIAG, USA

• Wiley PLUS Student Partner, Wiley PLUS, Inc., USA.

• Lean Six Sigma: Green Belt, Project Management Institute, Inc

• Six Sigma Foundation, Project Management Institute, Inc TECHNICAL SKILLS:

ERP : SAP MM, PP, ERP simulation, CMS, Salesforce

Lean Six Sigma : DMAIC, KAIZEN, 5S, VSM, Pareto Analysis, PDCA, A3 Problem Solving Computational Skills : MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MINITAB, AutoCAD, Pivot Tables, SCRUM, Visio Strategy Planning : SWOT Analysis, SWOT Paring, Balanced scorecard WORK EXPERIENCE

ArcelorMittal Tailored Blank Americas, Detroit, USA – Manufacturing Engineering Intern Aug 2019 – Present

• Executing and documenting internal ISO certification procedures.

• Developing and implementing common interpretations of standard test procedures, methodologies and control plans for prototype launch.

• Analysed Key Performance indicators using PowerBI.

• Managing APQP and RACI matrix to assure product and process validation with verification for new launch.

• Coordinating customer change request (ECN, ECR). Developed standard change request procedures and process map.

• Prepared part flow (manufacturing and logistics operations) for current and new programs of HONDA

• Created Quote workbook for programs and performing Quote analysis based on cost breakdowns.

• Kettering University- Research Assistant June 2019 – Aug 2019

• Consultant at Fenton Winery & Brewery (FWB) created product forecast and successful inventory models.

• Developed multi-dimensional data models (using STAR Schema): unit sales by product by month in the MS Excel

• Implementing a mathematical model (aggregate planning) in the scheduling of product to meet demand given production capacity constraints.

• Identified when capacity additions will be needed using present high-growth conditions of the company. Preparing risk mitigation analysis report.

• Prepared a user-driven menu to create a chart to show data by individual product, category, and time period (months or years) using Pivot Tables.

Kettering University – Capstone Project January 2019 – March 2019

• Developed small scale business as a part of strategy planning. Performed industry analysis and market survey to identify new target market for organic products.

• Created Process map and risk mitigation analysis to evaluate major risk in the business.

• Established supplier performance for raw materials to improve and strengthen relationship with key suppliers.

• Manage and track project to ensure milestones are achieved with established timeline. Flex-N-Gate (Ventra Group) - Research Assistant (Sponsored Research Project) October 2018 – March 2019

• Successfully developed and implemented new PFEP (Plan for Every part) matrix for FORD programs.

• Analysed inventory (Parts and components) in ERP system and forecasted materials and components as per the requirement.

• Identified and improved KPI’s. (inventory turns, cash cycle length, pipeline analysis)

• Track and updated customers purchase orders, BOM, and RFQs in ERP system (CMS Portal)

• Created and managed project work breakdown structure and ensured project documentation/ deliverables to customer requirements.

• Implemented DuPont cost model to provide strategic analysis to improve performance metrics and growth.

• Supplier Quality :

o Effective analysis of failures to determine root cause and implement corrective actions plan for FORD Service. o Assisted Quality Manager in supplier development activities. Improved supplier performance metrics (cost, delivery, service, quality).

o Perform Gage R&R, Measurement System Analysis, Wall Thickness measurements o Managed FORD and FCA’s initial samples and engineering change requests for product specification. Assisting in audits, Color- harmony specification so that product quality can be granted. o Independently coordinated IMDS report submission for customer approvals o Maintained Quality Management system in accordance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949 o Modify PPAP documentation in support of new product launch, Tooling survey (Financial data analysis) to support program extension.

Flex-N-Gate (Ventra Group) – Engineering Intern June 2018 – September 2018

• WIP Lane Optimization:

o Redesigned layouts in AutoCAD as per the real-time dimensions of storage racks and equipment. o Created simulations of alternative layouts using Systematic Layout Planning (SLP) principles for better space utilization, material handling and identified space available for future investments.

• Lean Process Improvement

o Prepared control plans and standard work instruction for new programs. o Developed, implemented and documented method of operations using process flow and Value stream Mapping techniques. o Studied time and capability involved in production processes and established standard production rates by eliminating bottlenecks to provide customer satisfaction.

o Assembly cell improvement by applying Lean principles - Kaizen, 5S, A3, Pareto, PDCA o Performed plant analysis, identified value added and non-value added (NVA) processes reducing labor cost by $96,000per year Kettering University - Research Assistant July 2017 – June 2018

• Worked with non-profit organization as a Strategic Business Development Consultant for new Ventures and Small Business at SBDC

• Analyzed collected data, provided masterpiece of solutions using A3 sheet, SWOT analysis, SWOT pairing, and statistical analysis in Market Research, Sales growth, Strategic Planning and Supplier Development.

• Assisted Business capstone class to create realistic action plan for new ventures and non -profit organization.

• Successfully managed creation, maintenance and tracking of weekly sprint SCRUM board in Excel. Factory TWO - Flint, MI

o Developed operational strategies for skilled volunteer to help, maintain machines and certify customers. o Developed clear pricing strategy - hourly pricing model, Scheduled and analysed monthly budgets, regional and local sales transaction.

Habitat for Humanity (Restore) - Flint and Genesee County Area, MI o Applied lean 5S technique to improve warehouse activities. o Proposed shop-floor plans (Straight Floor Plan, Diagonal Floor Plan and Angular Floor Plan) for better inventory management. o Improved material and product handling processes by applying 5S and KAIZEN method. o Negotiate prices in terms of sales and recommended pricing models - Mark product with price ‘99 cent mark’. Flint Food Pantry - Flint, MI

o Applied FIFO method (First In, First Out) to minimize food waste throughout the distribution system. o Updated database management system for client information, material handling (in and out) and financial statements with the help of Salesforce cloud platform.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. - Project Trainee and Intern April 2015 - May 2016

• Hands on experience of product design and development processes in commercial vehicles.

• Design of Automatic Loading System in Commercial Vehicles - Designed a prototype loading system by considering the benchmark of standard design procedures and basic electronic fundamentals.

• Implemented cost evaluation process by using decision-making methods called a PUGH Matrix.

• Focused on APQP documents for new product development and customer satisfaction to make project model as a business model and succeed in marketing for brand value.

Team Veloce: SUPRA SAEINDIA (VIT, PUNE) - Manager and Business Logic Case Head June 2013 - July 2016

• Led a team of 30 students, Designed and manufactured a low cost-effective brake system.

• Improved collaboration between designing and manufacturing phase of the vehicle.

• Analyzed materials list, assessed invoices and bought well-priced material to meet budgeting objectives.

• Estimated vehicle fabrication and Assembly cost (BOM, Manufacturing overhead cost, material cost) RESEARCH AND ACADEMIC PROJECTS

• Analysed BMW strategy for North America: Studied “Dream It. Build It. Drive It.” program as a sustainable advantage in the long term. Assessed customers buying decision to improve customer engagement program.

• Developed a plan for Cataumet Boats Inc. by considering customer’s demand and Aggregate planning strategies to increase customer focused business and provide High Quality products.

• Analysed Inventory Management of Scientific Glass Inc. to reduce customers backorders, managed streamline inventory throughout the warehouse and improved debt to capital ratio up to 40%

• Developed a Business Plan to introduce Strategic Business Unit (SBU) of Chick- fil- A to India as a Foreign Direct Investment

(FDI)

• Developed a business and marketing plan to launch MetLife Inc. into Indian Market as a new product/service. ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Recognized as Outstanding Graduate Research Assistant 2019

• Graduate Tuition Scholarship holder at Kettering University

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