Chandrakar Varma

About Chandrakar Varma

Result oriented supply chain leader with 15 years of experience driving operational excellence in multinational and Fortune 500 organisations. Expertise in end-to-end supply chain management, including strategic sourcing, global procurement, fulfilment, logistics, inventory management, network optimisation, pricing strategies, and technology integration. Proven success in managing multi-million dollar procurement budgets, with a focus on demand and supply planning, supplier selection and development, RFX, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management to minimise total cost of ownership. Demonstrated ability to ensure supply chain resilience and business continuity during periods of disruption and uncertainty through effective risk management, sourcing diversification, enhancing supply chain visibility, and strong stakeholder engagement. Experienced in overseeing global supply chains having large-scale & complex import and export operations across multiple regions. Delivered significant multimillion-dollar cost savings through on-time delivery, inventory optimisation, and working capital reduction. Led cross-functional DMAIC projects that drove continuous improvement and operational efficiencies. Lean Six Sigma trained. Skilled in leading high-performing cross-functional teams and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives and drive organisational growth. Strong focus on creating a culture of excellence. Proficient in leveraging technologies including ERP systems (including SAP) and advanced analytics to improve decision-making and enhance supply chain transparency. Familiar with the applications of AI to improve supply chain and drive innovation.

Experience

1. Senior Supply Chain Manager

   Smurfit Westrock

   Jan 2018 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Led strategic sourcing initiatives, diversified supply sources, and implemented benchmarking to achieve cost savings and enhance risk mitigation- Optimized make-to-order global supply chain, streamlined inventory levels, and facilitated accurate ordering cycles vial designing and implementing an end-to-end visibility model to ensure material availability while reducing working capital requirements- Directed logistics business, secured consistent OTIF replenishments as per business requirements, and established robust partnerships with key cross functional and external stakeholders.

Education

• Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Industrial Engineering

• Indian School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA