Samarth Jain
About Samarth Jain:
A results-driven procurement and supply chain professional with expertise in supplier performance evaluation, data analysis, and procurement strategy implementation. With a strong background in utilizing Tableau and collaborating with cross-functional teams, I have achieved significant cost savings and operational improvements. Holding an MSc in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, I combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Proficient in MS Office, Tableau, and ERP systems, I possess strong analytical skills. I bring a data-driven approach, passion for continuous improvement, and dedication to achieving successin procurement and supply chain management.
Experience
Application Development Associate, Accenture Solutions, Pune. May 2021 - September2022
- Conducted supplier performance evaluation for Fresenius Kabi, a leading healthcare firm, analyzing the efficiency and effectiveness of raw material suppliers for intravenous (I.V.) generic drugs.
- Utilized SAP Ariba to collect and manage supplier performance data, focusing on key metrics such as on-time delivery, material quality, responsiveness, and collaboration.
- Leveraged SQL to extract, clean, and integrate supplier performance data from SAP Ariba with other relevant data sources,including purchase orders, invoices, and quality controlrecords.
- Developed comprehensive data visualizations and interactive dashboards using Tableau, highlighting, and comparing supplier performance over time andidentifying areas of improvement.
- Assessed suppliers by measuring their performance against established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), quantifying their achievements in terms of cost reduction and operational effectiveness, and demonstrated proficiency in evaluating quality standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001.
- Identified inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement through data-driven insights, resulting in a cost savingsof 15% through optimized supplier selection and negotiation strategies.
- Implemented process improvements and supplier performance enhancement initiatives, leading to a 20% increase in operational efficiency within the raw material supply chain.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align supplier evaluation criteria and streamline procurement strategies, ensuringcompliance with regulatory standards and maintaining product quality.
- Conducted market research to identify potential new suppliers, enhancing supplier diversification and promoting competitive sourcingpractices.
- Regularly monitored and tracked supplier performance, providing timely reports and recommendations to stakeholders, enabling proactive decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Successfully integrated Tableau dashboards with Fresenius Kabi's Salesforce Sales Cloud, affording stakeholders a comprehensive view of supplier performance.
- Generated regular feedback reports for stakeholders, fostering transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making across the organization.
Achievements:
- Successfully implemented data-driven supplier performance evaluation processes, resulting in a cost savings of
$500,000 throughoptimized negotiations and supplier selection.
- Improved operational efficiency by 20%, reducinglead times and enhancingoverall supply chain performance.
- Developed comprehensive data visualizations using Tableau, enabling stakeholders to identify trends, patterns, and areas of improvement in supplier performance.
- Streamlined procurement strategies, resulting in an improved supplier selection process and enhanced supplier performance acrossthe raw material supply chain.
- Contributed to the growth and success of the organization by ensuring the availability of high-quality raw materialsto produce I.V. genericdrugs while optimizing costs and improvingoperational efficiency.
Supply Chain and Purchasing Intern, RC Plasto,Nagpur. October 2020 - May 2021
- Developed and implemented an automated inventory ordering system using SAP S4/HANA. This innovative solution significantly reduced manual efforts, ensured inventory accuracy, and streamlined the replenishment process.
- Utilized SAP S4/HANA's real-time monitoring capabilities to track inventory levels and trigger automated purchase orders (POs) when stock reached predefined thresholds.
- Achieved a 12% improvement in capacity utilization through data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring optimal inventory levels at all times.
- Utilized industry-leading tools like ThomasNet for supplier discovery, assessment, and evaluation for capital equipment procurement.
- Leveraged the DeltaBid platform for competitive bidding processes, ensuring cost-effective procurement of capital equipment.
- Actively supported potential suppliers through the onboarding process, facilitating a smooth transition into the supply chain ecosystem.
- Collaborated with the IT department to seamlessly integrate newly onboarded suppliers with the organization's ERP system, SAP S4/HANA.
- Collaborated closely with capital equipment suppliers to facilitate their achievement of ISO 14001 certification, ensuring their preparedness for quality audits.
- Ensured that supplier data, contracts, and procurement processes were synchronized with the ERP system to support an end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) process.
- Implemented efficient data exchange protocols and communication channels to facilitate supplier interactions and transactions within the ERP environment.
Education
MSc Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Cranfield University, Cranfield, UK
September 2022 - September
2023
Supply Chain Strategy and Sustainability, Inventoryand Operations Management, Accounting and Financeof Supply Chain Management, AnalyticalTechniques for SCM, Freight Transport, Information Systems and eBusiness, Negotiation and contract management, Supplier selection and evaluation, Big Data AnalyticsFor supply chain, Performance Parameters in Supply Chain, Road Freight Transportand Future of Digital Procurement
MSc Thesis:- Blockchain contributions to buyer-supplier relationships.
Bachelor of engineering, Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering, Nagpur August 2017 - May 2021
7.4 CGPA
Industrial Automation, Management Information System, Quality Engineering, Database Management Systems,Engineering Economy and cost control, Operation Research,Production Planning and Control, Supply Chain Management, Facility Planning, Quantitative Analysis, Method optimization,Economy and cost control, Industry 4.0, Production Planning
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