Akshai Kumar
Supply Chain Analyst @Culinext
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WORK HISTORY
Supply Chain Analyst @Culinext
Bengaluru, IN
Led end-to-end supply chain strategy for a bespoke chocolate dispenser manufacturer, owning the full procurement-to-distribution cycle and ensuring operational continuity across a custom B2B client portfolioDrove supplier relationship management with third-party raw material vendors, negotiating procurement terms, enforcing delivery SLAs, and implementing performance review frameworks to ensure supply reliabilityBuilt and maintained Excel-based inventory tracking dashboards, providing real-time visibility into stock levels, reorder points, and supplier lead times across all raw material categoriesDeveloped a procurement tracker in Excel using pivot tables and conditional formatting to monitor purchase orders, supplier performance, and delivery timelines in one centralised view.Served as the primary supply chain point of contact for cross-functional teams, aligning production capacity, raw material availability, and customer delivery commitments to consistently meet business targets.Built a supply chain KPI reporting dashboard tracking fulfilment rates, stock turnover, lead times, and procurement cycle efficiency, directly informing weekly and monthly operational strategy reviewsIdentified and eliminated inefficiencies in inbound logistics workflows, restructuring supplier coordination processes to cut lead times and improve end-to-end supply chain visibility
EDUCATION
University of Hertfordshire
Master's degree, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management
Nitte University
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering
ABOUT AKSHAI KUMAR
I am a results-driven Supply Chain Management professional with an MSc in Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management from the University of Hertfordshire, complemented by over 3 years of progressive operational experience across diverse industries. I have hands-on experience supporting sourcing activities, supplier coordination, inventory optimisation, and performance monitoring in fast-paced environments. My background enables me to understand how procurement decisions impact service delivery, cost control, and continuity of supply.Key strengths include:• Supporting end-to-end procurement and replenishment activities• Supplier performance monitoring and corrective action support• Spend, stock, and KPI analysis to identify value-for-money opportunities• Cross-functional working with operations, quality, and logistics teams• Applying Lean and continuous improvement principles to reduce wasteI am seeking Assistant Procurement or Procurement Officer opportunities where my background in procurement support, operational coordination, and supply chain management can contribute to effective commercial decision-making, cost control, and end-to-end supply reliability.
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