Vishwas Sharma

About Vishwas Sharma

Supply Chain leader with 24+ years of experience across manufacturing and FMCG supply networks, including extensive leadership experience managing end-to-end supply chain operations across planning, logistics and distribution.Currently serving as Head of Supply Chain at Bunge India, I lead supply chain operations supporting multi-plant manufacturing and nationwide distribution networks. My experience spans demand and supply planning, S & OP alignment, logistics and distribution management, inventory optimisation and cross-functional collaboration with commercial, manufacturing and procurement teams.Over the course of my career, I have focused on strengthening supply chain processes, improving operational discipline and building resilient networks capable of supporting business growth in complex operating environments. I have also led initiatives aimed at enhancing planning effectiveness, improving network efficiency and driving operational stability.A key part of my leadership philosophy is building strong and stable teams, developing talent and creating a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.I am particularly interested in supply chain transformation, network optimisation and building high-performing operations that support long-term business growthRecognized for building stable high-performing teams and strengthening supply chain resilience across complex distribution networks.

Experience

1. Head of Supply Chain Management

   Bunge

   Aug 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Supply Chain leader with 24 years of experience leading large-scale manufacturing, planning, logistics and distribution networks across complex B2B and B2C, consumer-driven environments.ScopeResponsible for supply chain strategy and operations across multiple business units and product portfolios• Managing national logistics and distribution network, including warehouses and depots across India• Leading large cross-functional supply chain team, including senior leaders across planning, logistics and operations• Overseeing complex SKU portfolio and multi-channel distribution covering B2B and B2C customersKey Contributions• Led enterprise-wide Supply Chain Transformation program with Accenture, centralizing planning processes across business units and strengthening operational coordination.• Designed and implemented an integrated S & OP framework, improving planning visibility, cross-functional alignment and service reliability.• Delivered sustained cost leadership through multimodal transportation strategies and network optimization initiatives.• Strengthened working capital discipline through improved planning and inventory management practices.• Achieved industry-leading service levels for B2B customers through planning excellence and execution discipline.• Played a key leadership role in post-acquisition integration and distribution footprint optimization.• Led SAP PP implementation and digital planning initiatives, including advanced replenishment platforms.• Strengthened safety culture across warehouses and logistics operations, receiving recognition as a national safety leader.Recognition• Recipient of multiple MD and leadership awards for Customer Centricity, Cost Leadership, Innovation and Team Excellence.• India Lead for Customer Value Chain pillar under the global Bunge Production System.

Education

• Indo-German Tool Room

  Advance Diploma in Tool & Die Making, Tool Design & Theory

  1998 — 2002

• Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

  Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Business Administration and Management, General

  1998 — 2001

• Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning

  PGDBA, Operation

  2004 — 2006

• Surge Global Institute

  SAP - PP, SAP

  2005 — 2006

Skills

• Project Planning
• Supply Chain
• Warehouse Management
• Machine Tools
• Microsoft Office
• Inventory Management
• Apqp
• Product Development
• Supply Chain Management
• Automotive
• Strategic Sourcing
• Manufacturing Operations Management
• Manufacturing
• Warehousing
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Planning
• Production Planning
• Management
• Team Management
• Product Marketing
• 5s
• Value Stream Mapping
• Procurement
• Lean Manufacturing
• Operations Management
• Sap
• Demand Planning
• Logistics
• Kaizen
• Project Management
• Cost Benefit