Supply Chain Management, Materials Planning, Project Manager

PRANEETH GERA

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SUMMARY

Results-oriented project manager with over 5 years of experience in analytics and supply chain optimization. Proven track record of delivering data-driven insights and enhancing operational efficiency to align with organizational goals. Committed to leveraging analytical skills and innovative strategies to support patient care and drive cost savings initiatives. EDUCATION

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Wisconsin School of Business, Madison, WI - Master of Science in Business Analytics 05/24 Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur, India - Master of Business Administration 04/21 Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, India - Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 06/17 Tools

Software and Tools: R Studio, Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Celonis, UI Path, DataRobot, SAS, JIRA, SAP, AWS, Advance Excel Certificates: Project Management (KPMG, 2021), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (KPMG, 2019) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Genpact, Assistant Manager, India 09/21 - 08/23

Closure Analyst: GE Healthcare Program Management, Data-Driven Insights, Supply Chain Optimization

• Increased project compliance by 20% by managing 12 global projects and ensuring adherence to US FDA standards through meticulous documentation.

• Enhanced data analysis capabilities by developing reconciliation reports, improving communication of project performance to senior management.

• Improved supply chain efficiency by 30% by migrating documentation systems online, reducing risks associated with project management.

• Identified savings opportunities by analyzing medical and surgical products, supporting cost-saving initiatives presented to clinicians and administrators.

• Managed data flow from price benchmarking systems, ensuring accurate integration with project goals and analytics expertise.

Lead Business Analyst: GE Vernova Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Data Visualization & Predictive Modeling

• Reduced material stockouts by 30% through developing machine learning algorithms for demand and supply planning strategies.

• Enhanced inventory management by deploying new planning techniques in ERP systems, ensuring data consistency and resolving escalations.

• Facilitated cross-functional S&OP meetings, leading to a 12% reduction in excessive inventory and optimizing supply chain reliability.

• Provided analyses to assist with strategic decision-making, interpreting complex data for diverse audiences including physicians and clinicians.

• Collaborated with suppliers to correctly allocate funds for rebate incentives, ensuring accurate tracking of post- implementation savings.

Proton Plus, India 08/17 - 08/21

Project Manager Product Development, Market Research, Marketing Strategy

• Increased customer satisfaction by 25% by implementing feedback mechanisms and adjusting operations based on customer insights.

• Boosted operational efficiency by 15% by developing statistical analysis methods for demand forecasting and fostering strong vendor relationships.

• Identified cost reduction opportunities, leading to a 10% decrease in operational costs by collaborating with stakeholders to analyze cost drivers.

• Tracked and measured post-implementation savings at the department level, ensuring alignment with organizational cost management objectives.

Projects

Perfetti Van Melle; UW-MADISON, USA 01/24 - 05/24

Consulting Analyst: Practicum Supply-Demand Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Insights

• Achieved $200K in revenue savings by developing a predictive model with 98% accuracy, aligning supply-demand dynamics with business objectives.

• Delivered $4MM in annual savings by optimizing supply planning through SQL and Power BI, translating complex data into actionable insights.

SKILLS

Project Management, Supply Chain Optimization, Process Improvement, Operational Change Management, Data Analysis

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