Ishita Bharadwaj

Inventory Manager @Metro Inc.

Etobicoke, ON, CA

Manage inventory portfolio of 500+ SKUs and 40+ vendors annually for Metro Inc, Food Basics, Super C- Maintain 95% Service level satisfaction rate and reduce shortages by 88% through effective inventory analysis and cross functional team coordination- Minimize overstock by 70% and reduce carrying costs through targeted inventory optimization- Ensure order and inventory accuracy in SAP ERP, enhancing procurement planning with up-to-date lead times and costs- Collaborate closely with the merchandising team to strategize weekly promotions and seasonal initiatives for stores, while purchasing products based on annual forecast history and movements- Develop contingency plans to maintain service levels above 95% during peak season supply chain disruptions- Frequently contact vendors to maximize the distribution allowance such as a full truck, full pallet, or full layer, and to improve the logistics process- Help launch new vendors, planogram set up, vendor set up, and ensure proper fill rate, shipping standards, and inventory levels are met- Assist senior management and executives during critical situations to address complex supply chain challenges, ensuring product availability for weekly promotions- Analyze quality reports and address supplier issues to ensure continuous improvement- Managed and created purchasing orders based on business requirements.