Supply Chain Research Assistant

KEYUR NANDEDKAR

716-***-**** *****************@*****.*** Buffalo, NY www.linkedin.com/in/keyur231 EDUCATION

MS: Industrial Engineering, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York Aug 2023 - Dec 2024 GPA: 3.80 / 4.00

BE: Mechanical Engineering, University of Mumbai, KGCE, India Aug 2017 - Jun 2021 GPA: 3.20 / 4.00

EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant (Supply Chain), University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York Jan 2025 – Present

• Developed procurement models for sustainable vendor selection using operations research techniques

• Supported strategic sourcing by evaluating trade-offs in lead time, cost, and reliability using real - time supply chain datasets.

• Analyzed demand variability and capacity constraints across logistics nodes to optimize reorder points and safety stock levels. Supply Chain Intern, Multisorb Technologies, Buffalo, New York: July 2024 – Nov 2024

• Implemented a Lean Project in Procurement by determining the optimal number of Kanban cards, which led to a 6% reduction in raw material costs and proper management of the inventory.

• Analyzed ERP & MRP data to calculate new reorder points and identify updated safety stock limits for raw materials, leading to an 8% reduction in inventory stock levels.

• Successfully designed and implemented standardized documentation to enhance quality control and compliance in the compounding process, reducing errors and improving consistency across all operations.

• Analyzed the Bill of Materials (BOM) by calculating how much material was used compared to the amount that should have been used.

• Assisted the procurement team in analyzing the inventory required for the Production. Production Planner and Quality Assurance Engineer, Anubhav Fabricators, India: Jun 2021 - May 2023

• Led an E2E supply chain optimization project that reduced overall lead times by 25%, enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining inventory turnover.

• Analyzed operational data and KPI to identify areas of improvement and implemented strategies the boosted overall facility productivity by 8%. Followed ISO 9001 with cGMP for quality inspection.

• Directed production planning in SAP (MRP) and manufacturing while overseeing supply chain through effective demand forecasting, resource allocation, strategic planning in SAP, scheduling and control of production according to JIT.

• Successfully negotiated contracts with the suppliers achieve an average cost savings of 10%.

• Managed supplier relationships, resolving issues and improving supplier performance leading to a 6% increase in on-time deliveries and an 11% decrease in quality issues. Assisted in streamlining the procurement process by properly planning the inventory.

• Assisted in logistics planning for daily shipments according to INCOTERMS mentioned and streamlined the logistics process, resulting in a 7% reduction in backlog.

PROJECT

Supply Chain Optimization with VSM and Blockchain in Packaging Material Industry: Sep 2023 - Dec 2023

• The main aim of the project was to reduce the back track time using IC (information carrier) code for the packaging material industry. To increase customer service and customer satisfaction.

• Utilized VSM for in-depth analysis and visualization of plastic packaging material supply chain. Distribution Center Planning & Layout Design for McDonalds in Buffalo Area: Sep 2023 - Dec 2023

• The project revolves around establishing a new McDonald’s Distribution Center in the Buffalo area. The Factor-based and Cener of Gravity approach was used to assess suitable location for cost - effective operations.

• In designing factors considered were cross – docking, efficient vehicle flow, forklift-based material handling and deliberate avoidance of extensive bulk storage for perishables. TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Scheduling, Supply Forecasting, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics Management, Pivot Table, VLOOKUP, Data Analysis, S&OP, Demand Planning, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Production Planning, MRP, WMS, BOM, Lean Manufacturing, INCOTERM, Inventory Management, Supplier Relationship Management and Project Management.

• Software: MS-OFFICE (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, PowerApps), AutoCAD, Tableau, ERP (SAP, InforXA) and Power BI.

• Optimization Tools: CPLEX Optimization Studio, GAMS.

• Programming Languages: SQL, Python, HTML, VBA and C. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• I was part of MESA, 2017-2019 and volunteered in organizing workshops.

• Secured 1st position in Volleyball at intercollege Spring Fiesta, 2018.

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