Nikhat Pathan

Material Planner @Skyjack Inc.

Guelph, ON, CA

Supplier Relationship Management: Maintained relationships with a portfolio of 100 key suppliers, conducting quarterly performance evaluations and initiating improvement plans where necessary.• Cost Analysis and initiatives: Conducted a comprehensive cost analysis resulting in a 10% reduction in total landed costs through transportation optimization, packaging redesign, and supplier consolidation.• International Trade Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with customs regulations and documentation requirements, resulting in zero customs-related delays or fines.• Logistics Management and Optimization: Optimize transportation routes, resulting in a 15% reduction in transportation costs and a 20% improvement in on-time delivery performance.• Demand Forecasting and Inventory Planning: Achieve 95% forecast accuracy, reducing excess inventory by 15% and stockouts by 10% through improved demand forecasting and inventory planning processes.• Risk Management and Contingency Planning: Develop and implement risk mitigation plans resulting in a 50% reduction in the impact of supply chain disruptions on production schedules.• Procurement: Establish alternate sourcing strategies, reducing dependency on single-source suppliers and minimizing the risk of supply chain interruptions.• Cross-Functional Communication and Collaboration: Facilitate weekly cross-functional meetings, improving communication and collaboration between procurement, manufacturing, sales, and finance departments.