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Gyanendra Rana

Summary

Accomplished Supply Chain Transformation Leader with a proven track record at Cisco, enhancing forecast accuracy and reducing inventory by implementing Oracle Integrated Planning. Expert in AI-driven supply chain solutions and adept at building high-performing teams. Achieved a 50% reduction in inventory levels, demonstrating exceptional strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supply Chain Transformation Leader

Cisco
10.2024 - Current
  • Leading the supply chain transformation for Cisco’s silicon and optics components business
  • Implementing Oracle Integrated Planning to enhance forecast accuracy, reduce inventory, and accelerate time-to-market
  • Establishing an integrated planning function and driving alignment across global teams
  • Building and mentoring high-performing teams to execute transformation initiatives
  • Directed the recruitment process for new employees, including interviewing and selecting candidates.
  • Monitored workflow processes and identified areas of improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Coached and mentored individuals on professional development goals.
  • Identified training needs for staff members and developed appropriate programs.
  • Established clear roles, responsibilities, expectations, timelines, resources., for team projects.
  • Managed budgets effectively while ensuring quality standards are met.
  • Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective resources.

Senior Supply Chain Manager

Poly Inc.
07.2014 - 09.2023
  • Directed Poly’s digital supply chain transformation, focusing on master data governance and inventory optimization
  • Managed demand forecasting, sales and operations planning, and manufacturing execution
  • Spearheaded the adoption of AI and ML technologies to streamline supply chain operations
  • Collaborated with IT, Finance, and Operations leadership to align supply chain initiatives with organizational goals

Sr. Consulting Manager/Solution Architect

Bristlecone Inc.
11.2009 - 07.2014
  • Designed and implemented supply chain solutions for leading clients, including Apple, GM, and Ford
  • Reduced inventory levels by 50% and improved forecast accuracy through advanced planning tools
  • Managed multi-disciplinary teams in a dual-shore delivery model
  • Conducted comprehensive research on industry trends and best practices for the development of innovative solutions.
  • Led client meetings to identify needs, develop proposals, and present recommendations.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams across multiple departments to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Education

Operations Management Certification -

Caltech
01.2021

MBA - Supply Chain Management

Postgraduate Program - AI and ML

University of Texas
Austin

Skills

  • Supply Chain Technology Leadership
  • Oracle Demand Management
  • Integrated Planning
  • AI-driven supply chain solutions
  • Analytics and Demand Planning
  • Forecast tuning
  • Segmentation
  • Scenario planning
  • Inventory control
  • Transformation Leadership
  • High-performing teams
  • Integrated planning functions
  • System Integration
  • ERP systems
  • Oracle
  • Workday
  • Lawson
  • PeopleSoft
  • Bolt-on analytics tools
  • Healthcare industry expertise
  • Hi-Tech Industry Expertise
  • Supply chain operations
  • Risk assessment
  • KPI development
  • Team leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Coaching
  • Change management
  • Goal setting

Certification

  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (APICS)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • RBPMP Certified Process Management Professional

Accomplishments

  • Privileged to Work with Top Supply Chain Leaders: Played an instrumental role in supply chain transformations for industry-leading companies, including Cisco, Apple, General Motors, and Poly, gaining invaluable insights from some of the most advanced supply chain organizations in the world.
  • Reduced Cisco’s component inventory by 25% while improving forecast accuracy by 30%.
  • Established a robust integrated planning function, ensuring seamless cross-functional collaboration.
  • Implemented AI-driven analytics tools, enhancing decision-making and operational transparency.
  • Developed standardized supply chain practices, driving efficiencies across global teams.

Currentposition

Supply Chain Transformation Leader, Cisco, 10/01/24, Present, Leading the supply chain transformation for Cisco’s silicon and optics components business., Implementing Oracle Integrated Planning to enhance forecast accuracy, reduce inventory, and accelerate time-to-market., Establishing an integrated planning function and driving alignment across global teams., Building and mentoring high-performing teams to execute transformation initiatives.

Timeline

Supply Chain Transformation Leader

Cisco
10.2024 - Current

Senior Supply Chain Manager

Poly Inc.
07.2014 - 09.2023

Sr. Consulting Manager/Solution Architect

Bristlecone Inc.
11.2009 - 07.2014

Operations Management Certification -

Caltech

MBA - Supply Chain Management

Postgraduate Program - AI and ML

University of Texas

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