Akshay Khale

Experience

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  Here

  Sept 2017 - May 2018

  Geographic Information Systems Analyst

  • Engaged in a Driverless Car Machine Learning Program.• Projects 1: RAFT & LMBO - Performed the classification of road signs, systematically categorizing them into specific groupsbased on their distinctive attributes• Project 2: SEGNET - Played a pivotal role in a driverless car software learning program by manually color-coding images, thereby enhancing the training dataset for machine learning models.

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  Bewakoof.com

  Nov 2020 - Apr 2021

  1. Create and monitor rolling Production plan based on sales target.2. Responsible for Inventory Planning and Replenishment of key SKU 3. Work with Merchandiser and sourcing team to ensures and update raw materials availability.4. Maintain inventories based on future demands.5. Make sure that the Best-selling SKU Printing plan shares with the plant.6. Creating a daily level of BOM and Costing of new SKU's using SAP. 1. Designed standard operating procedure (SOP) for ensuring that the procedures are standardized.2. Collaboration and Coordination with the vendor for ensuring timely flow of Data and Information of SKU3. Catalog monitoring and support other teams for getting products live with all proper details

  • Supply Chain Management Intern

    Feb 2021 - Apr 2021

  • Marketplace Intern

    Nov 2020 - Jan 2021
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  Open Secret

  Oct 2021 - Aug 2023

  Supply Chain Associate Manager

  • Led initiatives for the ongoing enhancement of supply chain inventory, warehouse operations, and logistics, concurrently fostering relationships with partners and suppliers.• Formulated and executed impactful supply chain strategies, elevating on-time delivery performance from 87% to 98%.• Achieved a 30% annual reduction in transportation costs by instituting a refined carrier selection process.• Ensured precise inventory levels through daily cycle counts and monthly physical audits, maintaining an exceptional 99% inventory accuracy.• Upheld stringent inventory standards by promptly reconciling discrepancies and implementing effective corrective actions. Show less

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  Tata Consultancy Services

  Aug 2023 - Dec 2024

  Business Process Lead Supply Chain

  • As a Procurement Agent for Project, successfully sourced materials and services ranging from $100,000 to $2 million. Proficient in end-to-end procurement, effective contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management.• Strategically led and implemented procurement initiatives, resulting in a notable 10% reduction in overall procurement costs.• Negotiated favorable terms, including pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms, to achieve cost efficiencies.• Initiated and managed the RFQ process using SAP Ariba, ensuring seamless end-to-end procurement processes.• Managed the procurement process, from requisition to contract execution, ensuring compliance with Boeing's procedures andprotocols.• Engaged in diverse procurement activities, including sourcing, contracting, managing RFPs and RFQs, conducting negotiations, evaluating offers, performing cost analysis, fostering supplier engagement and support, and implementing contract addendums. Show less