Supply Chain Functional Consultant

Sampath Kumar Vuppula

+1-425-***-**** Bellevue – WA – USA-98007

*******.*******.*@*****.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sampath-kumar-68492b86/

Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate

Inventory Management Foundation – Certified from LinkedIn

Microsoft Certified: Certified Power BI Data Analysis

Microsoft Certified: Certified Databricks Associate

Experience

D365 F&O SCM Functional Consultant/Product Owner 03/2024 04/2025

C2S Technologies Inc / Taylor Farms Seattle, Washington

Currently client implemented D-365 using one of the Implementation Partner for Manufacturing and Warehouse ATP Process from BOM Process to BOL Process using FEFO Batch Expiry as parameter and LPN based on the RM for WIP and Production Process and FGs for Sales Order or Transfer Order Process to Customer or other warehouse locations.

Diagnosed and resolved issues with Advanced Warehouse Mobile App, including Hand Scanner and Report-as-Finished (RAF) Scanner functionalities. Developed and deployed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aligned with client-specific LPN and Bin Location requirements.

Resolved BOM-related manufacturing issues by enhancing RM quantity picking, packing, and RAF processes. Delivered end-user training for RM picking, WIP handling, and final FG reporting, improving process accuracy and team efficiency.

Designed robust Transfer Order workflows between Advanced-to-Advanced and Advanced-to-Non-Advanced Warehouses. Configured auto/manual reservations and work creation policies tailored to warehouse-specific needs.

Resolved BOL and Packing Slip issues by unlocking inventory stuck at user locations, thereby enabling seamless processing of Sales and Transfer Orders. Supported the Transportation Management team with accurate delivery documentation and timely posting.

Investigated and fixed missing third-party shipper details in BOL reports. Adjusted system parameters to ensure correct shipper address and order number population, supporting accurate documentation for Sales Order shipments.

Addressed production posting and backflushing inconsistencies by analyzing scenarios with multiple RAF journal entries. Implemented corrective actions to ensure accurate consumption tracking and FG valuation, especially for packaging and service items, to enhance inventory accuracy and financial reporting.

Led configuration and execution of advanced warehouse processes in D365 F&O, including location setup, directives, work templates, and mobile device flows to support efficient inbound and outbound operations.

Streamlined order fulfillment by wave creation, work execution, and license plate-based picking and staging, ensuring accurate inventory movement and timely shipping.

Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to gather and translate business requirements and aligned them with operational goals.

Coordinated effectively between onshore and offshore teams to ensure smooth communication, aligned deliverables, and efficient project execution.

Developed and managed SharePoint Online team sites to streamline collaboration, document sharing, and workflow automation.

D365 F&O SCM Functional Consultant, 01/2022 03/2024

C2S Technologies Inc / Taylor Farms (MOJO) Seattle, Washington

As a Functional Consultant we are supposed to Bring the Existing Sales Order Procedure, Purchase Order Procedure, Inventory Management to Dynamics 365 F&O and ensure smooth integration with Dynamics 365 Project Operations which is currently going through Dynamics AX 4.0. Currently the Client is using Vantage 2012 for all the Customer Sales Order Procedures and Dynamics AX 4.0 for Purchase Order Procedure and Inventory Management where data is located and stored accordingly.

Migrated core business processes from Dynamics AX 4.0 and integrated legacy EDI tool (Vantage 2012) into D365 F&O, ensuring a seamless operational transition and continuity across supply chain functions.

Processed non-EDI files from third-party applications for system integration and data handling.

Monitored data import activities, validated staging tables, and ensured successful integration into D365 using the EDIAL tool for accurate and reliable data migration.

Collaborated with the technical architecture team to design and support data migration strategies into Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Conducted comprehensive Fit-Gap analyses and authored detailed functional design specifications for Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Warehouse Management modules, ensuring alignment between business requirements and D365 F&O capabilities.

Managed Product Information Management (PIM) in D365, overseeing product categories, attributes, variants, and item models to uphold master data consistency and integrity across the system

Maintained and administered D365 inventory journal including movement, transfer, adjustment, and counting journal to support precise and reliable inventory transaction management.

Led Fit-Gap analysis, configured sales, purchase, and inventory modules, and optimized warehouse workflows

Configured and optimized Sales, Procurement, and Inventory modules in D365 to support multi-region supply chain operations and ensure process standardization across locations.

Maintained inventory accuracy of 99% by reconciling inventory discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.

Received and processed inbounds, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.

Designed warehouse layouts, configured location directives, and implemented wave processing in D365 to optimize inbound and outbound logistics.

Configured Transportation Management in D365, including routing guides, load planning, and freight reconciliation to optimize shipping and delivery.

Performed inventory adjustments, cycle counting, and maintained data integrity in dispatch workflows.

Provided Level 2/3 support to troubleshoot and resolve escalated customer issues, ensuring minimal disruption and high satisfaction.

Led Full Lifecycle implementations of D365 F&O, including configuration, testing, data migration, and go-live support across Supply Chain Management modules.

Executed SQL queries to validate that process orders records are correctly inserted into the database tables.

Facilitated UAT execution, user training, and post-go-live support while ensuring adherence to timelines and business objectives.

Developed and delivered user training materials to ensure successful system adoption.

Facilitated Conference Room Pilot (CRP) sessions and conducted Lean-based process evaluations to drive operational optimization and align system capabilities with business needs.

Leveraged Azure DevOps as a central Agile management tool, using Boards, Backlogs, and Sprints to track enhancements within D365.

Dynamics 365 F&O SCM –C2S Technologies Inc 01/2021 - 12/2021

Job Title: SCM Functional Consultant

Project Synopsis: EDI Implementation

Project Detailed Explanation:

Client is into large agricultural distributor and manufacturing client migrated from Dynamics AX 4.0 to D365 F&O. At that time, their operations were split. Sales Orders came through a legacy system (Vantage 2012), and POs were manually processed. The goal was to centralize everything into cloud ERP and build an integrated supply chain system

Led the initial D365 F&O rollout, transitioning from Dynamics AX 4.0 to cloud ERP, covering core modules like Sales, Purchase, Inventory, Warehouse, Production, and Fixed Assets

Designed and configured product masters, storage dimensions, and item models, supporting production planning and cost control

Collaborated on custom EDIAL middleware development to automate inbound POs and Sales Orders from Vantage 2012 into D365

Developed Power BI dashboards using Azure SQL for stock visibility, production performance, and forecasting

Set up Fixed Assets module for lifecycle management, compliance reporting, and year-end audit valuation

Integrated OneSource Sales and Use Tax using API to calculate multi-state tax liabilities and generate tax reports.

Led cross-functional collaboration between business, technical, and external stakeholders to align on project milestones.

Managed project timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring smooth implementation of D365 F&O and SCM enhancements.

Created comprehensive documentation outlining system customizations, ensuring seamless implementation by the development team.

ERP Business Analyst (ScoutPro/FarmersEdge, Power BI Consultant) 11/2013 12/2020

NUNC Systems Hyderabad, India

I interacted with business users to gather reporting and ERP system requirements aligned with organizational goals

Led the design and testing of ERP modules for crop planning, procurement, and inventory tracking

Implemented ERP workflows for farm gate procurement, tracking goods receipt, quality check, and vendor payment cycles

Developed and optimized Power BI dashboards and drill-down reports for financial, operational, and agricultural insights

Tuned performance issues by optimizing queries, implementing indexes, and improving data refresh cycles

Conducted performance testing, and validation checks, and ensured data integrity across ERP and reporting environments

Defined KPIs, dimensions, and measures to support financial planning, procurement, and crop yield analysis

Acted as ERP Business Analyst for aligning ERP features with agricultural operations.

Facilitated process improvement in crop management, procurement, and inventory tracking through ERP enhancements

Created and refined user stories, product requirements, and acceptance criteria for ERP web and mobile solutions

Conducted ERP workflow testing and supported system release management and production readiness

Collaborated with UX and development teams to deliver user-friendly ERP modules tailored to farm operations

Supported test case development, ensuring business rule compliance and system behavior validation

Maintained ADO & ZOHO project management tool to track ERP milestones, deliverables, and stakeholder communication

Performed System Integration and user acceptance testing (UAT)

Experience in integrating systems using REST APIs for smooth data flow between applications

Education

Grafton College of Management Sciences UK (2012)

Strategic Business IT

JNTU IND

Computer Science Engineering CSE (2009)

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