Meet Mehta

Experience

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  Silver Shine Chemicals

  Jan 2017 - Nov 2018

  Business Development Specialist

  Partnered closely with the owner of a manufacturing company specializing in high-quality precious metal salts and catalysts, essential raw materials for leading industries including pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, chemicals, and glass production etc. • Business Development & Sales: Led all aspects of market research and business development, including trend forecasting, strategy formulation, cold calling, lead generation, and client proposal development for a diverse client base in pharmaceutical, fertilizer, chemicals, and glass industries.• Lead Conversion & Sales Execution: Successfully converted qualified leads into sales through strategic outreach via telephone, email, and product demonstrations, consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.• Marketing & Communications: Designed effective market research questionnaires, brochures, reports, and newsletters to enhance customer engagement and product understanding.• Networking & Industry Engagement: Represented the company at trade fairs and conferences, expanding the network, building a marketing database, and boosting revenue opportunities.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinated with Product & Sales engineers, QA and Logistics team to oversee entire cycle from sourcing to delivery. Show less

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  4over, Inc.

  May 2019 - Jun 2020

  Production Associate

  4 Over is a printing company based of the USA. Joined the company as Production Operator and soon assumed the role of Associate Team Lead within one year. • Directed production planning for Grand Format, driving over $1,000,000 in annual sales across Canada through strategic inventory and production management.• Ensured a 90%+ fill rate and order accuracy by effectively managing inventory through regular cycle counts to meet daily production needs.• Maintained optimal in-stock positions across all SKUs and product categories, guaranteeing uninterrupted product supply and meeting customer demand consistently.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (QA, Customer Service, Maintenance, and Purchasing) to resolve production issues and streamline operations.• Led continuous process improvements, coordinating implementation efforts that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced delays.• Managed expedited shipments to maintain high fill rates, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.• Developed and executed contingency plans, successfully mitigating supply disruptions and maintaining production flow during crises.• Assisted the Brand Manager in crafting strategies to boost response rates, foster key partnerships, and drive sales growth. Show less

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  Maksteel, powered by UPG

  Jul 2021 - now

  Materials Planner

  Maksteel is a Steel Service Centre company based in Mississauga, Ontario with customer base all over the world and an estimated turnover of more than $1 Million per month. Key functions include Inventory Management, Purchasing/Buying, Materials Movement (Domestic & International), and Vendor Management. • Directly report to the Director of Purchasing (Canada) while leading the internal Sales and Purchasing teams.• Lead and actively participate in supply review meetings with Sales, Production, Shipping and Quality teams, ensuring alignment on inventory management, purchasing strategies, and market conditions.• Analyze and manage MRP to place purchase orders, optimize inventory levels, and leverage market opportunities for cost-effective purchasing decisions.• Prepare and present inventory and non-conformance material reports to the Director of Purchasing, offering actionable insights for strategic decision-making.• Coordinate with Logistics & Receiving teams to schedule routines and EDI/ASN releases, ensuring the on-time supply and receipt of materials in line with operational needs.• Optimize inventory flow through effective use of sub-contracting, contracts, cross-applications, and spot buying techniques, minimizing risk and reducing waste.• Drive performance through key metrics such as Gemba walks, Purchase Order Accuracy, Cycle Time, Emergency Purchase Ratio, Inventory Analysis, and Material Management Accuracy, consistently meeting or exceeding targets.• Foster strong communication and collaboration with Vendors, Sales, Quality, Logistics, Production, and Finance to resolve issues and enhance supply chain efficiency.• Develop, implement, and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance processes, streamline operations, and contribute to overall profitability. Show less