Prateek Arora

Experience

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  Indian Navy

  Jun 2013 - Jun 2023

  • As an Advisor to the C-in-C for multiple ships and establishments under the Western Naval Command, entrusted with the critical responsibility of ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and infrastructure by formulating, implementing, and continually improving control procedures and introduction of advanced fire safety equipment. • Conducted spend analysis to analyze spending patterns across multiple categories identifying cost-saving opportunities, areas of potential savings, and used data-driven insights to develop strategies to reduce overall costs without compromising quality of deliverables.• Ensured strong supplier relationships by conducting regular supplier assessments, monitoring supplier performance, and resolving issues promptly. Fostered open communication and transparency with suppliers to ensure effective collaboration and alignment with business goals. Show less • Utilized cutting-edge inventory control techniques, including ABC analysis, JIT, and Lean Six Sigma, to optimize stock levels and eradicate stagnant inventory, culminating in a reduction in expenses, all while guaranteeing that the Economic Order Quantity, Minimum Stocking Levels, and Reorder Point were consistently met.• Strategically transformed inventory control operations for vast multiple warehouses over 100 acres by efficiently managing a high volume of 6.5L SKUs and meticulously identifying 2.9L obsolete or expired SKUs, leading to an exceptional 40% reduction in workload.• Spearheaded the planning, rationalization, and management of inventory, utilizing expertise in prioritizing demand and assessing criticality to ensure optimal distribution of resources.• Forecasted demands and mitigated inventory risks by implementing effective monitoring mechanisms to prevent stock out.• Prepared comprehensive reports by conducting in-depth data analysis and presented the findings to senior management through concise briefings and Data Visuals. Show less • Executed a comprehensive upgradation project encompassing meticulous planning, trials and stringent quality checks, seamless installation, and efficient commissioning of SSR from Bharat Electronics Limited.• Shouldered multiple responsibilities of Electrical Officer, Communication, Navigation and Power Generation & Distribution Officer, and led a team of 82 sailors for all electrical systems onboard a frontline destroyer.• Consistently motivated and engaged men to build top-performing teams across the organization, resulting in improved employee morale & working relationships between all departments & creating a strong team presence. Show less • Improved demand compliance by 8.7% and reduced TAT of defective items by coordinating with other sister depots.• Spearheaded the planning, rationalization, and management of inventory as the Stock Control Officer, utilizing expertise in prioritizing demand and assessing criticality to ensure optimal distribution of resources.• Led end-to-end design and implementation of a state-of-the-art INR 49 Cr nuclear submarine warehouse; responsibilities included site identification, preparation, and the development of a cutting-edge AVSRS system.• Achieved a cost savings of INR 9.5 crore by conducting a comprehensive review of the future expansion proposal, culminating in the elimination of superfluous raw materials and adherence to environmental constraints imposed by government authorities to ensure long-term sustainability. Show less

  • Chief Planning and Sourcing Officer

    Dec 2021 - Jun 2023

  • Inventory Controller

    Apr 2021 - Dec 2021

  • Inventory Planning Manager

    Dec 2019 - Apr 2021

  • Asst. Electrical Officer

    Aug 2017 - Dec 2019

  • Inventory Control Manager

    Oct 2015 - Aug 2017

  • Operations U/T Officer

    Jun 2013 - Oct 2015