Narrendra Vakkapati

About Narrendra Vakkapati

I am a results-driven Senior Supply Chain and Operations professional with 7+ years of experience optimizing inventory, improving warehouse and logistics operations, and driving process efficiencies through data and systems. I specialize in demand and supply planning, inventory optimization, and operational analytics, using data-driven insights to support better execution and decision-making.At CVS Health, I support large-scale distribution and fulfillment operations by working with Blue Yonder (JDA) WMS integrated with SAP S/4HANA. I build and automate reports, dashboards, and workflows using SQL, MOCA commands, and Power BI, helping teams improve inventory accuracy, streamline warehouse processes, and reduce order cycle times. I collaborate closely with IT, logistics, and procurement teams to translate operational challenges into scalable solutions.Previously, at Infosys BPM, I supported integrated supply planning and analytics initiatives across SAP and Oracle ERP environments. I developed dashboards and analytical models that improved forecast accuracy, reduced procurement delays, and provided leadership with real-time visibility into demand, inventory, and supplier performance.Earlier in my career at Blue Dart and Trigent, I focused on warehouse optimization, inventory control, and procurement automation, supporting WMS implementations, improving warehouse layouts, and standardizing processes to enhance efficiency and material availability.Core Skills: Analytics & Decision-Making: SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel Process Optimization: Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt), DMAIC, RCA, Continuous Improvement : Supply & Demand Planning | Inventory Optimization | ERP & WMS Integrations | Logistics & Fulfillment | KPI & Performance Dashboards | Process Improvement | Vendor & Stakeholder Management & : SAP MM/PP/SD | Oracle ERP | Microsoft Dynamics 365 | Power BI | Tableau | SQL | Excel | JDA | Coupa : Lean Six Sigma Green Belt | Power BI | Data Analytics | AgileI thrive in fast-paced environments, solving complex supply chain challenges through analytics, automation, and structured process improvement.Always open to meaningful conversations - feel free to connect! Email: n••••••••@gmail.com

Experience

1. Supply Chain Analyst

   CVS Health

   Aug 2024 — Present

   Created predictive analytics modelsfor inventory management, improving demand planning and vendor management with realtime Tableau insights.• Implemented SAP MM and SD modulestogether with Oracle ERP and Microsoft Dynamics 365 to connect and optimize supply chainfunctions, improving both operational efficiency and inventory management.• Optimized processes using Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), leading to a 15% improvement in inventory turnover.• Utilized Agile (Scrum) methodologies with CI/CD pipelinesto enhance inventory management processes, improving responsiveness and reducing processing times by 20%.

Education

• California State University, Northridge

  Masters , Engineering/Industrial Management

• Bapatla Engineering College

  Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering