Darshak Mehta

Experience

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  Karan Sales corporation

  May 2018 - Jun 2019

  Supply Chain Planner

  • Creating standard commercial analysis reports, generating purchase orders, and drafting formal and informal tender/proposal documents for regular products and services• Taken action based on signals from ERP system, executing purchase order releases, expediting action messages, subcontracting work-orders, and managing shop floor control to ensure punctual deliveries• Procured raw materials and components promptly to ensure delivery according to demand• Collaborated with other departments including operations, Customer service, Sales and Finance• Created demand predictions by combining the business knowledge that has been gathered from operations, sales, marketing, and finance• Analyzed and propose procurement alternatives aligned with business unit needs while identifying potential vendors• Supervised inventory and the entire process of replenishment from suppliers to stores• Achieved specified savings and advancements in supply chain performance, taking ownership of cost reduction and effectiveness in designated categories• Conducted negotiations with chosen suppliers to procure materials strategically• Conducted routine category reporting, supplier evaluations, forecasting, and budgeting to drive savings and rebates• Evaluated shortage reports, and expedites manufactured and purchased parts from suppliers• Evaluated supply chain logistics and capacity constraints and recommends remediation to achieve on-time delivery performance Show less

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  Circle K

  Jan 2020 - Jul 2023

  Sales Associate

  • Consult on the Merchandising arrangement of the store to promote newly introduced products• Ordering of new inventory based on the existing stock to meet the customer’s needs and demand• Oversee the Cash – Credit transactions and help customers to solve their queries if any• Assist and train new employees on the walk through of the store and systems used• Administer safe sale of age-restricted products such as Lotto and Tobacco• Execute and maintain the cleanliness of the premises and sanitize the same from time to time Show less

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  Thomas, Large & Singer Inc

  Sept 2021 - now

  Customer Supply Chain Associate

  • Collaborate with transportation partners to optimize fleet allocation based on order density and manage timely deliveries• Coordinate and oversee daily operational activities, ensuring accuracy in stock levels and order processing through EDI, Email, Fax, and Telephone • Monitor and update the status of rush shipments to the warehouse, prioritizing urgent orders for efficient handling• Facilitate effective communication and coordination with carriers, freight forwarders, brokers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless movement of goods across Canada• Evaluates logistics within the supply chain, identifying capacity constraints, and recommends solutions to achieve on-time delivery performance• Find cost-saving opportunities by analyzing traffic lanes and Work with other departments to identify ways to increase the frequency or consolidation of shipments• Maintain high customer satisfaction by resolving issues, offering alternative solutions for out-of-stock items, and providing delivery timelines• Support initiatives for continuous improvement and work with procurement team and forecast demand • Update delivery schedules on open orders and verify the stocks according to Sage• Maintain daily communication with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of daily orders• Gather data and assumptions related to product launches, customer/distribution changes, and use this information to create an forecast• Manage tasks relating to transportation, including load planning, track and trace, getting proof of delivery (PODs) from logistics service providers• Streamline order and delivery information to enhance order processing efficiency and user-friendliness• Provide additional support as needed, assisting visitors, serving as backup receptionist for occasional calls, and managing courier deliveries Show less