Supply Chain Analyst

Kavya Malli Supply Chain Analyst

Macomb, MI, USA +1-316-***-**** ************@*****.*** LinkedIn SUMMARY

Detail-oriented and impact-driven Supply Chain Analyst with over 6 years of experience improving procurement efficiency, inventory accuracy, and vendor performance across healthcare and manufacturing sectors. Experienced in supporting enterprise-wide supply chain transformations, optimizing purchase-to-pay workflows, and driving cross- functional collaboration across procurement, finance, and operations. Adept at analyzing spend data, standardizing processes, and enhancing reporting visibility to support cost-saving initiatives and strategic decision-making. Demonstrated success in reducing processing delays, improving forecast accuracy, and ensuring compliance with internal audit and regulatory requirements. Recognized for strong documentation practices, data-driven recommendations, and the ability to align supply chain operations with organizational goals. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Language: Python, SQL

ERP Systems: SAP Ariba, SAP HANA 1.0 / 2.0, ECC 6.X, Oracle EBS, Macola ERP, WMOS Databases & Analytics: Oracle, MS Access, Power BI, Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, Power Query) Methodologies: Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, Gap Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Change Management, SOX/Compliance Domains Covered: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization, Logistics Coordination, Vendor Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Supply Chain Analyst Humana USA Jun 2022 – Present

• Supported enterprise-wide supply chain transformation by implementing and maintaining SAP Ariba, SAP HANA 2.0, and ECC 6.X, automating purchase requisition workflows and reducing manual processing time by 30%.

• Developed and published self-service Power BI dashboards for sourcing, inventory levels, supplier risk scoring, and PO tracking; dashboards are now used by over 60+ stakeholders across procurement and finance teams.

• Participated in cross-functional Agile squads involving IT, procurement, and finance to define backlog items, validate user stories, and test SAP configurations prior to release.

• Conducted Gap Analysis and documented process maps to align SAP procurement processes with internal controls, improving audit readiness and supporting internal SOX compliance initiatives.

• Partnered with data teams to cleanse and normalize vendor master data during ERP consolidation, improving data quality scores by over 25% and enhancing downstream reporting accuracy. Supply Chain Analyst Universal Health Services USA Apr 2020 – May 2022

• Facilitated sourcing and procurement activities using SAP Ariba Buyer 8.2, SAP ECC, and WMOS, helping shorten sourcing cycle time by 18% through template optimization and improved contract routing.

• Analyzed $35M+ in annual indirect spend using SQL, Oracle, and Excel pivot models to identify vendor consolidation opportunities and recommend changes that saved over $500K annually.

• Supported a regional warehouse management optimization project by evaluating inbound/outbound inventory flows and documenting existing WMOS configurations; contributed to a 12% reduction in processing delays.

• Created SOPs and impact assessments for changes to purchase-to-pay workflows, collaborating with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies.

• Assisted in training delivery for new SAP users and contributed to the development of test cases and user documentation during major Ariba module upgrades.

Supply Chain Analyst Rockwell Automation Milwaukee, WI Feb 2018 – Mar 2020

• Executed demand planning, inventory forecasting, and order reconciliation processes using Oracle EBS and Macola ERP for 500+ SKUs, improving forecast accuracy from 72% to 87% over six quarters.

• Created automated reporting solutions using SQL Server and MS Access, enabling daily monitoring of lead times, inventory aging, and vendor KPIs, which improved procurement response time by 20%.

• Supported global vendor data standardization project by performing data validation and cleansing across sourcing, finance, and logistics teams, ensuring ERP readiness for multi-site deployment.

• Conducted root cause and risk analysis for procurement delays, part shortages, and material returns; collaborated with category managers and operations to implement corrective actions.

• Contributed to cross-functional sessions on process redesign and workflow mapping, providing inputs for revised SOPs and improved alignment with global supply chain strategy. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Bachelors in Computer Science Engineering Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Scrum Alliances

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