A Supply Chain professional with 15 years experience in manufacturing operations. Proficient in developing and executing supply plan to meet demand. Analyzing data to improve efficiency and cost savings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Contract Manufacturing Operations
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Drive implementation of strategic sourcing strategies of critical contract manufacturing operations in close alignment with key supply chain functions
Manage supply chain risk to ensure continuous flow of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods
Implement and drive cost and inventory reduction projects
Coordinate purchasing activities with suppliers/contract manufacturers, drive process improvements, and develop continuous improvement plans
Monitor contract manufacturer's performance based KPIs and execute business and performance reviews.
Supply Chain Planning
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2022
Generate production plans for in-house production and contract manufacturers using output of the S&OP process
Responsible for creating monthly and weekly production schedule and inventory plans that fulfill demand requirements
Perform and utilize capacity analyses (RCCP) and customer service policies to govern schedules for finished products/intermediates and inventory plans
Identify and resolve conflicts with supply and demand and available capacity for execution window
Analyzes inventory stocking strategies and recommends improvements
Responsible for continuous improvement of master production scheduling process, practices, policies, and metrics
Accountable for metrics and presentations for monthly S&OE and S&OP meetings.
Logistics
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
11.2017 - 01.2018
Coordinate customer orders with production using WMS to ensure on-time delivery
Schedule trucks/containers based on delivery schedule and decide on shipping full container or LCL
Work with customer freight forwarders to ensure timely delivery
Drive continuous improvement opportunities to ensure order accuracy and identify cost reduction opportunities.
Manufacturing Team Leader/Scheduler/Supply Planning
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
11.2008 - 11.2017
Developed and executed production schedules to meet customer demand
Supply planning for the S&OE view to ensure material availability to meet production plan
Lead continuous improvement to reduce change over time and drive to one-piece flow
Make quality decisions and work with Process Engineers to ensure fitness for use
Responsible for investigating customer quality concerns
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Delaware
Newark, DE
Certification
ASCM - Certified in Production and Inventory Management, 2010
ASCM - Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution, 2018
Timeline
Procurement Contract Manufacturing Operations
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Planning
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2022
Logistics
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
11.2017 - 01.2018
Manufacturing Team Leader/Scheduler/Supply Planning
<ul><li>Developed and executed projects. Understood the full project life cycle from concept through to qualification.</li><li>Provided technical support to B2B and B2C clients monthly.</li><li>Supported the engineering requirements through managing & liaising with key project stakeholders (client design team, main contractor, suppliers, sub-contractors, etc.).</li><li>Assisted in the execution of projects & provided guidance to ensure compliance to all relevant standards/codes and specifications associated; including all site activities associated with validation and handover to the operations team.</li><li>Ensured works are installed in accordance with project specifications and change control procedures.</li><li>Produced drawings and specifications for upgrades and new build designs.</li><li>Managed the full sales cycle of solar energy products for new residential clients</li><li>Monitored daily project execution and evaluated project progress, contract compliance.</li><li>Wiring low and medium voltage control panels.</li><li>Understand of Schematic Drawings (REVIT/ Auto-Cad)</li><li>Manufacturing and Assembly (Control Panels)</li><li>Assisting in test of Control Panels and Assemblies</li><li>Continuous improvement Initiatives</li><li>- Lean Manufacturing</li><li>- Compliance with Industry Quality Standards</li><li>SPDA Project - Lightning Protection System.</li><li>Electrical Substation Project;</li><li>Solar Projects;</li><li>Reasons for leaving: Move to Ireland.</li></ul> at Nova Engenharia<ul><li>Developed and executed projects. Understood the full project life cycle from concept through to qualification.</li><li>Provided technical support to B2B and B2C clients monthly.</li><li>Supported the engineering requirements through managing & liaising with key project stakeholders (client design team, main contractor, suppliers, sub-contractors, etc.).</li><li>Assisted in the execution of projects & provided guidance to ensure compliance to all relevant standards/codes and specifications associated; including all site activities associated with validation and handover to the operations team.</li><li>Ensured works are installed in accordance with project specifications and change control procedures.</li><li>Produced drawings and specifications for upgrades and new build designs.</li><li>Managed the full sales cycle of solar energy products for new residential clients</li><li>Monitored daily project execution and evaluated project progress, contract compliance.</li><li>Wiring low and medium voltage control panels.</li><li>Understand of Schematic Drawings (REVIT/ Auto-Cad)</li><li>Manufacturing and Assembly (Control Panels)</li><li>Assisting in test of Control Panels and Assemblies</li><li>Continuous improvement Initiatives</li><li>- Lean Manufacturing</li><li>- Compliance with Industry Quality Standards</li><li>SPDA Project - Lightning Protection System.</li><li>Electrical Substation Project;</li><li>Solar Projects;</li><li>Reasons for leaving: Move to Ireland.</li></ul> at Nova Engenharia
<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.
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