Avadhut Gopewad
Assistant Manager @Country Delight
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WORK HISTORY
Assistant Manager @Country Delight
Pune, IN
Network Expansion: Identified new areas and established Milk Collection Centres (MCCs) and village-level collection points, enhancing milk procurement reach. • Farmer Engagement & Outreach: Led farmer extension, ensuring active enrolment and continuous engagement to maximize participation. • Collection Centre Setup: Managed site selection, plant layout, and installation of necessary equipment for new milk collection centres. • Team Management: Recruited, trained, and supervised staff at collection centres, monitoring performance metrics for efficiency. • Supply Chain Optimization: Improved procurement operations by reducing logistics costs and streamlining supply chain processes. • Transportation & Payments: Managed milk supply vehicle payments and successfully implemented a GPS-based transportation payment system. • Compliance & Legal Documentation: Ensured MCCs met regulatory requirements, including FSSAI Licence, Metrology Licence, and other legal obligations. • Market Research & Competitive Analysis: Analysed industry trends and adjusted procurement strategies to enhance operational effectiveness. • Performance Monitoring: Tracked key procurement performance metrics, enforced cost control measures, and improved operational efficiency. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked closely with vendors, farmers, and key stakeholders to strengthen procurement operations. • Training & Capacity Building: Conducted real-time field training sessions to implement best practices in milk procurement. • Farmer Connect & Community Engagement: farmer meetings, community initiatives, and grievance resolution programs to build strong relationships.
EDUCATION
Govt. Vidharbha Institute of Science and Humanities Amravati
B.A, Arts
Dr. Ambedkar College, Nagpur
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Operation Management
ABOUT AVADHUT GOPEWAD
Assistant Manager – Procurement with 3.6 + years of experience in the supply chain, specializing in milk procurement, supply chain optimization, operations management, and process improvement. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, stakeholder collaboration, and efficiency enhancement, with hands-on experience in setting up milk collection centres, logistics management, and digital transformation projects. Adept at implementing SOPs, conducting internal industry audits (ESG, EHS, and FSSAI), and leveraging data analytics to drive performance improvements. Strong leadership skills in cross-functional team management, farmer engagement, and cost control measures, ensuring seamless operations and sustainable growth in dairy procurement. Eager to contribute strategic insights and operational excellence to a dynamic organization dedicated to achieving excellence in operations and supply chain management.
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