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Parveen Kumar

Parveen Kumar

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Experienced and certified supply chain professional (CSCP) with 18 years of comprehensive expertise across industries such as Retail, FMCG, Manufacturing, Healthcare, F&B, Automotive, Paint and Chemicals. Certified by APICS, Prince 2, PMP, and a Certified Change Management Practitioner from Prosci. Specialized in greenfield and brownfield project management, end-to-end supply chain optimization, warehouse automation, and robotics implementation. Skilled in production planning, continuous improvement initiatives, and holds a certification as a Six Sigma Black Belt. Proven track record in delivering results and driving operational excellence through strategic supply chain management and project execution. A dynamic leader with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver impactful change in complex environments. Seeking a challenging role to further innovate and lead transformative initiatives at a regional or global level.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate

Work history

Business Process Owner – Digital Logistics Transformation

Reckitt
London
08.2023 - Current
  • Directed the global deployment of digital transformation projects within Oracle Transport Management, serving as the Business Owner responsible for the successful adoption and efficient achievement of strategic goals, reporting directly to the Senior Vice President
  • Led the Reckitt Logistic Excellence program, aligning manager development plans with strategic objectives to enhance 25% operational efficiency, structure, accountability, and focus
  • Leveraged available resources to set benchmarks for project management, planning, and execution using Lean methodologies, resulting in the elimination of 5% waste and failure
  • Led the implementation and ongoing management of the Sales and Operations Planning program, enhancing organizational effectiveness by 15%
  • Examine and evaluate the investments and advantages of improving processes and strategic plans
  • Create business realization plan and monitor the achievement of benefits
  • Promoted and developed tight integration between planning, logistics, and other operations areas, optimizing performance in schedule attainment, adherence, and on-time delivery by 14%
  • Spearheaded the development and execution of timely and cost-effective capacity and capability plans, aligning staffing levels, IT solutions, and outsourcing with customer requirements
  • Establishes and executes governance structures to guarantee compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
  • Guided the Information System strategy and development for Supply Chain Operations, overseeing the optimization of Warehouse Management Systems, Enterprise Resource Planning, Forecasting, and Transportation Management, confirming seamless alignment with future needs and operational efficiency
  • Successfully improved Cost-to-Fill Ratio (CFR) by 20% through the automation of loading plan, freight forwarder communication, invoicing, and accruals processing
  • Implemented automated processes for loading plan generation, communication with freight forwarders, and handling invoicing and accruals, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings of £126K
  • Optimized transportation logistics and streamline operations to achieve cost savings of £250K and improved performance
  • Optimized transport planning for LTL and FTL shipments, significantly improving Cost-to-Fill Ratio through automation of key processes.

Global Program Manager- Ops Tech IT Supply Chain Transformation

Amazon
London
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Led cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain effectiveness, achieving a 13% improvement in resource allocation and operational efficiency through strategic collaborations with key departments and stakeholders
  • Overhauled inventory management processes, causing a reduction in excess stock and a 30% improvement in material availability for production through detailed analysis and optimization of material and supply inventories
  • Enhanced supply chain profitability through rigorous analysis and execution of inventory management system
  • Spearheaded supply chain policy reforms, introducing process changes that boosted supply chain efficiency by 20%, affirming compliance with quality and safety standards
  • Optimized shipment and transportation strategies, achieving a 10% cost reduction and enhancement in delivery times by focusing on the consolidation of warehousing and distribution routes
  • Negotiated with suppliers, vendors, and shipping companies to reduce raw material costs and delivery expenses
  • Played a pivotal role in new product development and launches, ensuring 100% availability of necessary materials and supplies, which led to a decrease in time-to-market for new products.

Integrated Futures Business Planning & Reporting Lead- Supply Chain

Sainsbury’s
London
06.2020 - 11.2021

Head of Supply Chain Operations & Project Management

Addverb Technologies Pvt Ltd
Nodia Area
06.2018 - 02.2020

Dy Manager Worldwide Supply chain (Global MPS Planner)

Becton Dickinson Pvt Ltd
Gurgaon
03.2012 - 05.2018

Production & Planning Officer

Asian Paints
Rohtak Area
02.2010 - 03.2012

Production Officer

Haldiram Snacks Pvt. Ltd
Delhi Area
07.2009 - 02.2010

Business Development Specialist

Larsen & Toubro
Mumbai
10.2008 - 06.2009

Engineering Trainee

John Deere
Pune
07.2007 - 10.2008

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

Satyam Institute for Management Technology & Science
01.2011 - 04.2014

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (3 Years) - undefined

Government Polytechnic
01.2004 - 04.2008

Skills

  • Leadership and Communication
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
  • Empathy
  • Visionary thinking
  • Team building
  • Strategic planning
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Programme oversight

Certification

  • Certified PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional CSCP by APICS
  • Certified Change Management Practitioner CCMP
  • Certified Project Management Professional PMP by PMI
  • Certified Agile Practitioner by PMI
  • Certified - CRMC Corporate Risk Management
  • Design Thinking Practitioner - Oxford University
  • Project Risk Management - Oxford University
  • Project Management Essentials Certified - PMEC
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certified -LSSWB
  • Scrum Master - Lean Champion- SM-LCC
  • Leading Digital Transformation - London Business School
  • Supply Chain Community Ambassador at Gartner

Accomplishments

  • Led the successful implementation of the OTM (TMS) System across 15 global factories, achieving a tangible growth(25%) in the CFR rate, significantly enhancing logistics efficiency by 20%.
  • Directed a global ERP project for Amason in North America and Europe, fostering an impressive 95% adoption rate, and showcasing exceptional project leadership and execution skills.
  • Managed the execution of five warehouse automation projects within Amazon India, incorporating 18,000 miles of conveyors and advanced robotics, significantly optimizing operational efficiency.
  • Enhanced S&OP planning accuracy from 67% to 82%, demonstrating superior analytical skills and improving operational forecasts and planning.
  • Orchestrated a warehouse consolidation project that led to a 30% reduction in space requirements, optimizing supply chain design for 45 regional vendors, and demonstrating strategic space management.
  • Achieved £600,000 reduction in supplier costs through direct negotiations with key logistics partners, showcasing exceptional negotiation and cost management skills.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and applied value engineering strategies to save £1 million annually, underscoring strategic procurement expertise and impact on bottom-line improvement.
  • Achieved >95% targets for People (safety, absence, engagement), Customer Service (OTIF, serviceability), Business Process (order fill rate, forecast accuracy, waste management), Financial (OPEX, CAPEX, inventory days), and other key metrics.

Quote

Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire

Timeline

Business Process Owner – Digital Logistics Transformation

Reckitt
08.2023 - Current

Global Program Manager- Ops Tech IT Supply Chain Transformation

Amazon
11.2021 - 08.2023

Integrated Futures Business Planning & Reporting Lead- Supply Chain

Sainsbury’s
06.2020 - 11.2021

Head of Supply Chain Operations & Project Management

Addverb Technologies Pvt Ltd
06.2018 - 02.2020

Dy Manager Worldwide Supply chain (Global MPS Planner)

Becton Dickinson Pvt Ltd
03.2012 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

Satyam Institute for Management Technology & Science
01.2011 - 04.2014

Production & Planning Officer

Asian Paints
02.2010 - 03.2012

Production Officer

Haldiram Snacks Pvt. Ltd
07.2009 - 02.2010

Business Development Specialist

Larsen & Toubro
10.2008 - 06.2009

Engineering Trainee

John Deere
07.2007 - 10.2008

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (3 Years) - undefined

Government Polytechnic
01.2004 - 04.2008

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