Supply Chain Process Improvement

KAVYASHREE BASAVARAJAPPA

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www.linkedin.com/in/kavyashreebasavarajappa

Results-driven Supply Chain Specialist with over 5+ years of experience optimizing raw material procurement, supplier development, and inventory management. Proven ability to develop sourcing strategies, analyze market trends, and mitigate supply chain risk in fast-paced production environments. Skilled in contract negotiation, cost analysis, and aligning material availability with operational and commercial goals. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros), and SAP. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration with production, quality, and finance teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality raw material flow. Passionate about sustainability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous process improvement in commodity and procurement management.

EDUCATION

University of Massachusetts (UMass), Boston, USA September 2023-May 2025

Master of Science (M.S.) in Business Analytics Focus: Supply Chain Management, GPA- 3.7/4

Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bengaluru, India August 2017 – March 2021

Bachelor's in Engineering (B.E.) in Electronics and Communication

SKILLS

Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Supply Chain Optimization: Inventory Stocking Levels, Supplier Development, Product Flow Management

Business Intelligence: Data Visualization (Power BI, Tableau), Forecasting (SAP, JDA, Oracle)

Process Improvement: Root Cause Analysis, Decision-Making, Lean Six Sigma, Agile & Scrum

Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Logistics, Operations, Supplier Development, Accounting

Analytical Skills: Data-Driven Decision Making, Statistical Modeling, Sensitivity AnalysisBusiness & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Finance, Category Management, Sales, Marketing, Logistics Process Improvement.

WORK EXPERIENCE

University Assistantship – UMass

Graduate Teaching Assistantship August 2024 – May 2025

Assisted Dr. Ehsan Elahi, Melanie D'Alessandro, and Dr. Nelson Velez in developing and organizing course content, creating 50 lecture slides, 10 assignments, and 5 exams, ensuring alignment with course objectives and curriculum standards.

Assisted in curriculum development for Business Analytics, Demand Forecasting, and Risk Analysis courses.

Mentored 50+ students, providing hands-on training in data modeling, supply-demand optimization, and statistical forecasting tools. Developed interactive training modules, ensuring seamless adoption of technical skills.

Conducted training sessions on business analytics tools, ensuring proficiency in data-driven decision-making for operational efficiency.

Developed online course platforms and facilitated smooth hybrid or fully online learning experiences.

Graded 200+ assignments, projects, and exams, ensuring evaluation fairness and consistency, with detailed feedback for all submissions.

Research Experience - UMass

Graduate Research Assistant January 2024 – May 2025

Advisor: Dr. Ehsan Elahi

Project: Title: Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain Management.

Analyzed supply chain product flow and inventory stocking levels by integrating blockchain technology, leading to a 30% improvement in real-time tracking and process optimization.

Developed anomaly detection algorithms to enhance root cause analysis for fraud detection, improving supplier development and security in supply chain transactions by 30%.

Collaborated with multiple departments to align business objectives within supply chain management, implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies that reduced operational inefficiencies by 15%.

Determined root causes for supply chain bottlenecks, improving inventory stocking locations and supplier performance metrics using BlueBin-driven inventory management.

QUBIC Lab, Boston, MA May 2024 – August 2024

Project Associate – BEST (Business Engagement for Students) Boston Program

Spearheaded a blockchain and Web3 accelerator, supporting 10+ early-stage startups with resources and mentorship.

Designed and implemented efficient workspace layouts for startup supply chain operations, ensuring optimized inventory storage and workflow management.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to oversee hardware rack installation and space organization, enhancing operational efficiency.

Evaluated 20+ B2B and B2C startups against investment criteria, analyzing demand trends, competitive pricing strategies, and market penetration to optimize product performance.

Led the planning and execution of Boston Blockchain Week, engaging 500+ industry professionals and investors.

Conducted competitor research and developed data-driven demand models, leading to three strategic enhancements in startup business models for better product-market fit and demand accuracy.

Conducted demand forecasting and competitive market analysis for early-stage consumer product startups.

Professional Work Experience

BYJU’S Think and Learn Private Limited, Bengaluru, India August 2021 – December 2022

Senior Product Expert

Demand Planning and Operational Alignment.

Implemented process automation tools to improve inventory tracking and supply-demand forecasting, reducing forecasting errors by 17%.

Revamped forecasting techniques to enhance demand planning accuracy by 17%, aligning operations more closely with actual demand volume.

Managed demand forecasting and allocation planning, optimizing product distribution across key markets.

Handled intern’s technical, financial, sales, and logistics issues effectively.

Customer Experience Enhancement: Worked on Salesforce, a contact routing system, to ensure timely customer engagement after deliveries. This resulted in a swift customer engagement process and increased delivery success by 2000 basis points.

Process Automation and Time Savings:

Automated Zendesk-based quality impact scoping, saving 120+ hours of manual effort per month..

Effectively prioritized tasks and executed deliverables on time, maintaining high standards under pressure.

Project & Team Management:

Spearheaded BI tool implementation projects, overseeing cross-functional teams and driving the adoption of datadriven decision-making processes. Effectively coordinating with different teams to achieve project objectives and delivering 11 projects on time.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of staffing, contact routing, and forecasting initiatives, leading to a 15% improvement in customer satisfaction ratings. Engaged stakeholders at various levels to gather requirements, provide updates, and address concerns.

Operations Analyst March 2023 – August 2023

K12 Techno Services Private Limited, Bengaluru, India

Analyzed demand trends and supply chain processes to determine optimal inventory stocking levels and enhance product flow efficiency for key stakeholders.

Collaborated with multiple departments, including logistics and finance, to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.

Implemented supplier development strategies, improving vendor relationships and ensuring the timely delivery of educational materials.

Performed root cause analysis to identify operational bottlenecks and optimize supply-demand balancing, improving service efficiency by 20%.

Intern – VV Technologies, Bangalore, India August 2021 – January 2022

Project: IoT-Based Home Automation and Security System

Designed an IoT-based home automation system, reducing unauthorized access risks by 40% through motion sensors and facial recognition.

Developed an AI-based real-time threat analysis algorithm, improving detection response times by 25%.

Engineered secure AES-encrypted data transmission protocols, mitigating cybersecurity risks in smart home applications.

Designed and implemented real-time threat analysis algorithms to identify anomalies in entry patterns, reducing the risk of security breaches.

Conducted risk modeling and vulnerability assessments, ensuring the system’s resilience against cyberattacks and external threats.

Presented project findings on data security in IoT ecosystems and its potential applications in homeland security and

critical infrastructure protection.

PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

PRAYAAS CSI COVID-19 Warrior, India

COVID Warrior Leader

Led a youth NGO focusing on environmental causes, women's rights, and assisting the poor.

Actively worked on coordinating resources and providing support during catastrophic times.

Volunteer Usher, Performing Arts Department, UMass Boston April 2024

Assisted audience members with seating, provided information on event logistics, and ensured the smooth operation of performances through effective crowd management and customer service.

Chalk Artist, UMass Dining Services, UMass, Boston August 2024

Created visually engaging chalkboard art to promote daily menus, special events, and seasonal themes. Contributed to enhancing the dining experience with creative, hand-drawn designs that highlight the unique offerings of the dining services.

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