Akhila B

Experience

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  Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) - DRDO

  Nov 2018 - Dec 2018

  Project Intern

  • Designed visualizations interpreting data for better understanding using Advanced Excel • Conducted multiple insightful ad hoc analyses investigating ongoing or one-time operational issues• Created an automated process to update and refresh all dashboards by leveraging a python script• Monitored project progress by troubleshooting, tracking activity, and publishing progress reports

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  GS Alloys Castings Limited

  Jun 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Generated reports on supply trends, project progress, and forecasting customer demand • Reduced inventory costs by > 4% by sourcing a new supplier for procuring high-quality raw materials at reduced costs• Applied Lean concepts in manufacturing operations achieving 25% reduction in raw material waste • Achieved a profit of $50k+ reducing overhead costs & proposed incentive programs resulting in 30% rise in efficiency

  • Supply Chain Analyst

    Aug 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Supply Chain Trainee

    Jun 2019 - Jul 2019
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  Husky Systers Code

  Jul 2021 - Jan 2022

  Event Manager

  • Spearheaded a team of 12 to design & coordinate 15+ customized events & workshops regarding latest technologies and career guidance for 1000+ students

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  Northeastern University

  Sept 2021 - Aug 2022

  • Strategized & coordinated Graduate International Student mentorship & managed successful advocacy for increased resource utilization devised innovative ways to improve International Student Services

  • RSO Proctor

    Oct 2021 - Aug 2022

  • Global Student Mentor

    Sept 2021 - May 2022
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  Staples

  Jan 2022 - Aug 2022

  Supply Chain Data Analyst Co-op

  • Automated metrics reporting using a combination of Dashboards & SQL scripts • Analyzed the current forecasting model predicting the inventory replenishment requirements using statistical data analysis • Developed parametrized SQL queries and automated python scripts to generate a dashboard explaining the daily inbound, outbound, & on-hand inventory data • Implemented data wrangling & advanced analytic methods to manage ad-hoc projects• Built interactive visualizations using SQL & BI for warehouse maintenance • Supervised standup meetings, refinement, and planning for a network of over 20 facilities Show less

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  Electrolux Group

  Jan 2024 - now

  Industrial Engineer