Neelakshi Avhad

About Neelakshi Avhad

I build resilient, digital, and cost-optimized global supply chains that deliver measurable business impact.With 16+ years of leadership experience across Electronics, Manufacturing, and Automotive, I have led complex, multi-country Supply Chain & Procurement transformations delivering USD 20M+ in cost savings, 15–30% inventory optimization, and improved service levels in volatile operating environments.What I deliver:Global Supply Chain Leadership across multi-site, multi-region operations, managing scale, complexity, and riskStrategic Procurement & Sourcing delivering 8–15% year-on-year cost reductions while strengthening supplier partnershipsS & OP, NPD/NPI & Planning Excellence improving demand–supply alignment and execution disciplineDigital Transformation & Analytics using SAP, AI-driven analytics, Power BI dashboardRisk, Compliance & ESG Governance enabling resilient, sustainable, and audit-ready supply networksSelected outcomes: USD 20M+ cumulative cost savings across categories and regions 15–30% reduction in inventory and working capital⏱ 20–35% faster decision-making through data-driven dashboards and governance Automation of planning and reporting processes, improving visibility and control Built and led high-performing multi location teams delivering consistent resultsMy leadership approach is data-led, outcome-focused, and people-centric, with a strong bias toward execution, transparency, and continuous improvement.If you’re a CXO, recruiter, or business leader looking for a senior supply chain leader to stabilize operations, transform procurement, or future-proof your supply chain,let’s connect for a strategic conversation. Write to me at- n••••••••@gmail.com Exploring leadership opportunities in #Head of Supply Chain #SCM Manager #Senior Supply Chain Manager#Procurement Head #Purchasing Head#Supply Chain Transformation Manager#Supply Chain Operations Leader in manufacturing, Automobile,electronics & high tech or industrial products** IMMEDIATE JOINER**

Experience

1. Supply Chain Manager

   Vigel Spa

   Apr 2024 — Present · Pune, IN

   Improved procurement cost-effectiveness by 11% via supplier collaboration, category management, and contract lifecycle optimization.Converted 70% of OEM suppliers to local vendors, enabling supplier localization, risk mitigation, ESG compliance, and faster lead times.Championed lean supply chain to enhance scalability and compliance.Supported CAPEX procurement for plant expansion, driving competitive bidding, vendor risk assessments, and sustainable procurement practices.Partnered with leadership on business continuity planning (BCP), embedding digital procurement, supplier risk monitoring, and cost-to-serve optimization into strategy.

Education

• Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology

  Bachelor's degree, Electronics

• Sir Parashurambhau College - India

  12th

• Ahilya devi High School

  10th, School