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Suraj Jakkali
Supply Chain Manager
Berlin
Summary
Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with a wide experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing, and distribution management. Adept at managing and leading cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 3 years of experience in leading organizational business units
Overview
10
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
3
Certificates
5
Languages
Work History
Freelancer
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Pioneered the creation and successful implementation of a groundbreaking vendor partnership program, catalyzing a 27% improvement in the retrieval process to bolster the business model.
- Slashed storage costs of assets with vendors, achieving a remarkable 50% reduction in inventory costs, and enhancing overall cost efficiency.
- Provided invaluable pre-sales guidance to commercial teams, playing a pivotal role in supporting commercial and contract structuring, resulting in an impressive 10% increase in sales.
- Initiated strategic discussions with suppliers, ensuring SLA adherence, and effectively communicated internal needs to streamline processes and address outstanding issues.
- Revolutionized procedures through a thorough review, creating a robust capacity planning framework for procurement. This initiative eliminated non-value-added tasks, significantly improving productivity by an impressive 12%.
Grover GmbH
RETURNS & RE-COMMERCE MANAGER
01.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Directed the strategic selling of aged and broken assets to B2B Key accounts and B2C channels, managing a monthly budget of $500,000. Formulated a dynamic pricing strategy and engaged with market aggregators to maximize profitability and market penetration.
- Orchestrated and executed a comprehensive supplier program to onboard 30+ refurbishment and replenishment partners for customer returns and procuring accessories with category management
- Developed best practice discounting policy, improving margin and increasing revenue across all product lines
- conducted a thorough review of Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers to optimize delivery lead-time on several backorders (each with a different use case) by efficient coordination and focused root-cause analysis with Performance tracking (Contract, Rates, and Service Level Negotiations).
ZAGENO Inc
VENDOR OPERATIONS MANAGER
09.2020 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Spearheaded bridging the gap between Vendors' workflow of Operation and internal platform by actively communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders from the Boston(USA)
- Supervised and lead team of 6 full-time specialists with daily workflow scheduling and PTO approval, assisting with decision-making and approving customer exceptions as needed
- Collaborated with the IT department to co-create advanced workflows and macros. Worked in tandem to develop innovative solutions, including scraping vendor pricing data, optimizing efficiency, and bolstering accuracy in pricing strategies.
- Increased the capture rate and sales over the previous year by 16% through improved guest service by establishing milestones, and tailored product SOP to align with business KPI and Performance metrics.
Lush Enterprises
ORDER FULFILLMENT MANAGER
09.2016 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Formulated and crafted detailed RFIs, RFPs & RFQs to expertly navigate the supplier negotiation process and efficiently manage contracts, ensuring optimal terms and agreements.
- Dynamically addressed time-sensitive issues arising in day-to-day logistics operations, employing effective problem-solving skills to maintain operational continuity and uphold service excellence.
- Masterfully coordinated transport planning and commissioning for a diverse range of shipments, both domestic and international. Ensured seamless execution through strategic planning and meticulous coordination to enhance overall logistical efficiency.
- Owning a portfolio of 3PL along with negotiating on SLA and suggesting operational improvements on the CEO level to increase profitability by 15% and customer satisfaction by 30%.
CIGFIL Limited
PRODUCTION PLANNING ENGINEER
08.2013 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Achieved a notable 30% reduction in Inventory Management for FMCG through the implementation of strategic put-away and stock-removal methodologies, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Implemented raw material recording & locating system using excel spreadsheets after procurement, which resulted in a reduced process cycle time of 15%
- Effectively oversaw and managed the Cross Dock processes of warehouses, ensuring a workforce of approximately 25 employees operated with efficiency and robustness. Implemented streamlined processes to optimize cross-docking operations and enhance the overall performance of the warehouse team.
Education
Warsaw University of TechnologyWarsaw,Poland
Master of Science from Industrial Engineering & Management
10.2018 - 09.2021
University Overview
- GPA : 4,5 with 5 being the best
Ramaiah Institute of TechnologyBengaluru,India
from Mechanical Engineering
05.2009 - 08.2013
Skills
Forecasting & Budgeting
undefinedCertification
Product Micro-Certification (PRC), 12/01/23, Udemy
Interests
Timeline
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Freelancer
08.2022 - Current
RETURNS & RE-COMMERCE MANAGER
Grover GmbH
01.2021 - 04.2022
VENDOR OPERATIONS MANAGER
ZAGENO Inc
09.2020 - 09.2021
Warsaw University of Technology
Master of Science from Industrial Engineering & Management
10.2018 - 09.2021
ORDER FULFILLMENT MANAGER
Lush Enterprises
09.2016 - 08.2018
PRODUCTION PLANNING ENGINEER
CIGFIL Limited
08.2013 - 12.2015
Ramaiah Institute of Technology
from Mechanical Engineering
05.2009 - 08.2013
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