Arpan Halder

About Arpan Halder

Results-driven supply chain professional with over 3+ years of experience in procurement,…

Experience

1. Supply Chain Operations Associate Procurement

   Accenture

   Apr 2024 — Present · Noida, IN

   Managed purchase orders (PO) with a 1-day placement, ensuring on-time procurement based on a 9-month demand forecast and aligning with inventory requirements.• Acted as the primary liaison for supplier coordination, overseeing supplier relationships, addressing supply chain issues, and ensuring timely deliveries.• Resolved exception management messages within 24 hours, maintaining supply chain visibility and ensuring system updates for accurate tracking.• Updated PO item notes to track order status in real-time, ensuring transparency across internal teams and facilitating smooth operations.• Streamlined communication between suppliers and end-to-end (E2E) supply chain operations, reducing delays and improving procurement efficiency.• Implemented cost control, inventory management, and process optimization strategies, driving improvements in on-time delivery and supplier performance.• Monitored Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and ensured SLA compliance, meeting procurement and supply chain targets to drive operational excellence.• Processed defect management notifications within a 2-day SLA, performed root cause analysis, and implemented corrective actions to resolve quality issues.• Managed Return to Vendor (RTV) processes, addressing incorrect documentation and non-compliant defective parts, while overseeing scrap and replacement processes with suppliers.• Collaborated with Kit Factory Control Tower to evaluate rework or RTV needs, minimizing production delays and ensuring compliance with quality standards.• Led continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on defect reduction, quality improvements, and optimising overall supply chain efficiency to enhance operational performance.