Nikunj Patel

About Nikunj Patel

I am a results-driven leader with 15+ years of experience in global supply chain, manufacturing, and business transformation. I specialize in driving cost efficiencies, optimizing performance, and leading large-scale transformations to enhance profitability, scalability, and operational resilience. Managed a $675M spend and global team, optimizing costs, cash flow, and supplier resilience for a $2B+ enterprise. Led $125M in cost reductions through global transformation programs for a $1.5B division. Oversaw $150M in distribution center operations, improving fulfillment, customer service, and inventory management. Directed P&L for a $20M manufacturing plant, overhauling operations to drive EBITDA growth.As a P&L-focused leader, I leverage data-driven insights and intuition to develop strategies that optimize business performance, improve efficiency, and enhance agility. I excel in solving complex challenges, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing initiatives that enhance cost efficiency, cash flow, and customer satisfaction.At my core, I am a mentor, change agent, and advocate for continuous improvement. I am passionate about developing future leaders, transforming organizations, and driving strategic growth.Let’s connect to explore practical ways to drive business transformation and optimize financial performance.

Experience

1. Head of Global Supply Chain and Demand Planning

   SLB

   Jan 2023 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Lead global procurement and demand planning across eight manufacturing sites, enabling $2B+ in revenue.

Education

• Binghamton University

  Master of Science, Industrial and Systems Engineering

• L.D. College of Engineering

  Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Skills

• Analysis
• Dmaic
• Operational Excellence
• Leadership
• Project Planning
• Supply Chain
• Inventory Management
• Sap
• Fmea
• Materials Management
• Six Sigma
• Root Cause Analysis
• 5s
• Manufacturing
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Quality Assurance
• New Program Development
• Minitab
• S&Op Implementation
• Project Management
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Kaizen
• Process Engineering
• Continuous Improvement
• Industrial Engineering
• Operations Management
• Microsoft Project
• Value Stream Mapping
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (Fmea)
• Process Improvement
• Energy
• Logistics
• Strategy
• Business Process Improvement
• Lean Manufacturing