Sanjay Sonawane

Experience

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  SABMILLER INDIA LTD

  May 2007 - Mar 2015

  Warehouse & Despatch Executive

  - Changed stacking pattern of bottles in trucks which resulted into reducing the bottle breakage trend from 0.25% to 0.05% - Broke all-time record for Highest Day & MTD Dispatch and received Spot Recognition Award for 2013-14.- Developed a system for taking feedback from distributors for transshipment of goods which resulted in reduced FG Transit Bottle Breakages.- Improved picking accuracy through direct management and coaching of warehouse members resulting in a reduction of quality assurance employees.- Successfully developed & implemented Loss & Waste tool initiatives to streamline the inventory function.- Ensured smooth movement of stock/ raw material from the store by taking various measures.- Generating supply plan for future production, RM & PM indents regarding production for P2P parties.- Liaising with various departments such as QA, QC, Stores & Excise and Maintenance department.- Ensuring all Raw & Packing materials are available in time to meet production requirement thereby ascertaining that there is no stock out situation which leads to stoppage of production.- Saved 20% in packing costs by recycling and using alternative packing materials, reduced inventory discrepancies by 15% annually through the development of an innovative tracking system.- Achieved Zero down time which arises due to unavailability of the material. Show less

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  PRIVILEGE INDUSTRIES LIMITED (Gr. Company of HDIL)

  Mar 2015 - Jun 2020

  Sr. Executive

  - Managing the standardized receiving, stocking, checking and housekeeping procedures and conducting safety training for employees.- Adhering to store SOPs, conducting regular audits and complying with all legal requirements / licenses for the warehouse.- Preparing production schedule by communicating higher authorities of loan license parties.- Providing logistical support for inventory control stores & shortage management; managing supply chain for distributing goods in warehouse to end users for achievement of targets within specified parameters.- Mapping all daily warehouse activities, achieving greater control and repeatability on each shift.- Maintaining First in & First out movement of finish goods (FIFO) /5s activity and managing stock allocation so as to optimize the space availability for storage.- Monitoring and maintenance of excise related records, Material Receipts, Physical Verification records, GRN booking and vendors A/c Reconciliations.- Conducting weekly scrap reconciliation between scrap generated & revenue generated.- Planning and arranging vehicle from transporter for dispatching the finished product.- Collaborating with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping; analyzing the financial impact of proposed logistics changes such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes, mixes and carrier.- Redesigned the warehouse to achieve easier control of stock, thereby requiring less staff to operate; achieved savings of over INR 15 Lakhs in wages.- Supervised and Managing a group of 24 members including their training; provided assistance in the warehouse process for effective and efficient management of the warehouse. Show less

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  Freightco 3PL Pvt.Ltd.

  Jun 2020 - Nov 2021

  Operations Assistant

  * Warehouse Management: Efficiently managed warehouse space utilization, ensuring optimal arrangement for receiving import materials and coordinating the timely loading of shipments by arranging appropriate vehicles and containers. * Customs Compliance: Collaborated with Customs House Agents (CHA) and Custom Officers to obtain Bond NOC, ensure smooth clearance of shipments, and manage the NOC process for samples, including obtaining and analyzing sample reports. * Customs Coordination: Maintained accurate records of all customs-related activities, including material receipts, physical verification records, and documentation for In-Bond and Ex-Bond processes. * Logistics Operations: Ensured seamless logistics operations by coordinating with vendors, monitoring transportation schedules, and optimizing route planning for cost-effective and timely delivery. * Vendor Management: Played a key role in maintaining compliance with customs regulations, ensuring all necessary documentation and approvals were in place for the import and export processes.* Inventory Control: Conducted regular physical verification of materials to maintain accurate inventory records, reducing discrepancies, and optimizing warehouse space utilization. Implemented process improvements in warehouse management to achieve greater efficiency, and reduce operational costs. Show less

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  AB InBev

  Nov 2021 - Sept 2022

  Sr. Executive

  * Inventory Management & Stock Control: Managed FG (Finished Goods) Inventory Stock. Implemented FIFO (First-In-First-Out) inventory management practices, optimizing stock allocation to maximize warehouse space utilization and ensuring product quality. * Logistics Management: Successfully arranged vehicles and containers for loading shipments, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. * Transportation Management: Collaborated with local excise and customs officers to obtain necessary dispatch clearances, NOCs (No Objection Certificates), and Sample Analysis Reports to facilitate smooth and compliant dispatch processes.* Warehouse Operations: Coordinated all daily warehouse activities, achieving increased control and repeatability across shifts, leading to improved logistics operations. Redesigned the warehouse layout, leading to enhanced stock control, reduced manpower requirements, and significant cost savings in labor expenses. * Record Management: Monitored and maintained comprehensive records of excise- related documentation, including material receipts and physical verification records, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. * Cost Reduction: Spearheaded process improvements that streamlined warehouse management, resulting in optimized logistics planning and reduced operational costs. Show less

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  Bira 91

  Sept 2022 - now

  Assistant Manager

  * Logistics and Inventory Management: Supervised daily warehouse activities,including inventory control, space management, and logistics. Managed the inventoryfunction to minimize holding expenses, achieving a reduction in bottle breakagefrom 0.25% to 0.10%. * Warehouse Management: Strictly adhered to warehouse and dispatch SOPs, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with legal requirements and licenses.* Vendor and Customer Relations: Effectively managed relationships with vendors, transporters, and shipping lines from order placement to delivery, ensuring cost- effective procurement. Conducted booking and freight negotiations with shipping transporters and forwarders for all imports and exports, optimizing costs. * Production and Dispatch Planning: Managed production and dispatch planning on amonthly, weekly, and daily basis to ensure timely fulfillment while minimizing permit expiries. * Maintenance and Equipment Management: Regularly inspected equipment, tools, and machinery, overseeing general maintenance to prevent downtime. Planned andimplemented new warehouse design layouts, ensuring efficient use of space andsmooth operational flow. * Health & Safety Standards: Maintained high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and security within the warehouse, safeguarding operations and contents byenforcing security procedures. Excise Regulations: Liaised with excise officers and external agencies to manage import/export operations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, notifications, and guidelines. Show less