Ajay Kaul

About Ajay Kaul

Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other” – John F. Kennedy; a quote that…

Experience

1. Head Supply Chain Management & Logistics

   Ospree Duty Free Mtrl

   Mar 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Directing supply chain, warehousing & logistics strategies, key SCM KPIs, & ensuring achievement of the same Instrumental in developing & implementing-SOPs for Warehouse, Logistics & Buying Departments -Purchase/Procurement Document with a scientific approach Planning & implementing WMS along with other goods identification & space-saving techniques - JIT, FEFO & FIFO for storage, distribution, & delivery of goods across India Ensuring implementation of HSE, QA, loss prevention /shrink control programs, & inspections for a safe & clean store environment. Defining evacuation routes, to ensure zero accidents at the site Appointing Transporters/3PL Providers for securing logistics services as per organizational needsBuilding healthy relationships with vendors/suppliers for the purchase of goods/materials, evaluating quotations, placing purchase orders (POs), monitoring vendor payments/invoicing Managing negotiation & finalization of contracts/agreements from RFQ/RFP to executionCollaborating with Sales & Operations Teams for business & revenue growth Liaising with Finance & Buying Teams to determine seamless supply Facilitating preparation & review of MIS Reports/Dashboards to assist in critical decision-making, Participating in Review Meetings to track KPIs -SLAs, QA, C-SAT, P&L metrics & drive corrective actions Maintaining optimal inventory levels. Managing ABC Classification, Non-Moving, Slow-Moving SKUs, In-Stock, & Out-Of-Stock Levels Tracking, for better stock positioning & avoiding stock-outPartnering with IT Teams to integrate IT systems, new technologies, for process automation & cost-effective operations Liaison with government agencies, ensuring compliance with Statutory/Regulatory Guidelines, clearances & approvals Planning & implementing control measures to ensure the lesser or negligent impact on the environment Leading teams, providing constructive feedback, organizing training for skills & knowledge development