Supply Chain Analyst

ROOPSIKA KANCH

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Supply Chain Analyst with a proven ability to optimize supply chain operations and improve efficiency. Enhanced reporting accuracy by 20% and reduced process cycle times by 15% using advanced analytics and Lean Six Sigma. Skilled in SQL, Tableau, Power BI and SAP, with a track record of boosting decision-making efficiency and model accuracy. Adept at managing supplier relationships and implementing technology solutions to drive performance improvements. Seeking to leverage analytical expertise and process optimization skills to contribute to a forward-thinking organization.

CORE SKILLS & TECH STACK

Supply Chain:

Supply Chain Optimization, Inventory Optimization, Procurement, Cost-reduction strategies, Demand Forecasting, Process Improvements, New Product Introduction (NPI), Engineering Change Management, Launch Material Planning, Material Readiness Tracking, BOM/MBOM Analysis, Supplier OTIF Management, Vehicle Program Coordination, Production Material Planning

Project & Operations Management:

Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Risk Management, Vendor Management, Change Management, Quality Management, SOPs, KPI Monitoring, Decision Modeling and Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management, Program Launch Planning, Cross-Functional Collaboration (NPI, PLM, GSM, Finance, Sales), Project Timeline Management, SAP Effectivity Date Management, Stakeholder Communication, Change Implementation.

Analytics & Reporting:

Power BI, Tableau, MS Project, Microsoft Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP, Macros), SQL, SAP, Reporting Automation, Forecast Modeling, Spend Analytics, Reporting Visualization, Data Extraction and Analysis. Smartsheet, Timeline Reporting, Material Data Accuracy, Launch KPI Monitoring.

Technology Tools:

Python, SQL, MS Project, MS Excel, Peachtree, ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday), Root Cause Analysis, Lean Six Sigma Methodologies, Time & Motion Studies, 5S, IDoc Resolution, RFx Lifecycle.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Walmart – United States

Supply Chain Analyst Jan 2025 – Present

Led quality initiatives through WPS (Walmart Performance System), using Six Sigma, RCA, and 5S to reduce losses and deviations.

Spearheaded the development and execution of strategies that elevated supply chain efficiency by 25%, including the creation and standardization of SOPs for material sourcing, order processing, and logistics, which streamlined processes and reduced inconsistencies by 30%.

Leveraged advanced analytics to synthesize data from multiple sources, enhance forecasting accuracy by 18%, and identify trends, resulting in a 20% boost in operational efficiency.

Developed inventory optimization models and material master governance strategies, cutting data issues by 30%.

Deployed KPI dashboards and variance reports to monitor warehouse and procurement performance.

Analyzed purchasing trends and supplier performance using SAP and Excel, enabling faster sourcing decisions and reducing lead times across key categories.

Directed supplier relationship management and contract negotiations, securing a 10% reduction in procurement costs while ensuring strict adherence to contractual terms.

Lowe’s India – Bangalore, India

Procurement Analyst Apr 2021 – Aug 2024

Leveraged end-to-end procurement processes and analyzed sourcing workflows across finance, legal, and PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

WPS Quality Loss Elimination (Walmart)

Utilized Six Sigma techniques and Root Cause Analysis to identify and eliminate the top 5 recurring outbound delivery issues, resulting in a 15% improvement in delivery compliance and reduced customer complaints.

Inventory Optimization & Master Data Governance (Walmart)

Partnered with supply chain teams to implement standardized master data practices across 3 Distribution Centers, leading to a 30% reduction in material data issues and improved procurement accuracy.

Procurement Dashboard Initiative (Lowe’s)

Designed a comprehensive Power BI dashboard that visualized supplier KPIs, spend trends, and contract expirations, enabling real-time sourcing decisions and strategic vendor engagement.

EDUCATION

M.S. in Supply Chain Management - Arizona State University – AZ, USA

Bachelor’s in business administration and finance - Jain University – India

CERTIFICATIONS

Lean Six Sigma – LinkedIn Learning

Operational Excellence – Infosys Springboard

Financial Analysis – LinkedIn Learning

Creating a Business Plan – LinkedIn Learning

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