Open To Work
SOUVIK NANDI
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Planning and execution-focused Supply Chain & S&OP leader with 14+ years of experience optimizing demand–supply alignment, inventory performance, and operational execution in high‑volume, customer‑centric environments. Proven track record of owning end‑to‑end S&OP cycles, leading cross‑functional programs, and leveraging data (SQL, Advanced Excel, Power BI) to improve forecast accuracy, reduce defects, and enhance service levels. Known for strong judgment, bias for action, and the ability to translate complex data into executable decisions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Director, Sales Operations & Planning (S&OP Lead)
SHOP LC (VGL Group)
Austin, TX, USA
07.2019 - 11.2025
- Owned end‑to‑end Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) execution for a $130M+ omni‑channel fulfillment operation, aligning demand forecasts with inventory, logistics, labor capacity, and financial targets.
- Managed the flow of goods, information, and services across merchandising, supply chain, logistics, and operations teams to support 24/7 customer demand.
- Led large‑scale cross‑functional programs with Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Technology teams to improve execution reliability and customer experience.
- Built and maintained demand forecasting and inventory planning models across hourly, weekly, monthly, and quarterly horizons.
- Drove inventory optimization initiatives balancing service levels, working capital efficiency, and inventory aging targets (~30%).
- Developed KPI frameworks tracking forecast accuracy, inventory turns, OTIF, capacity utilization, and margin performance.
- Executed deep root‑cause analysis on fulfillment gaps, demand spikes, and execution failures; implemented corrective actions to reduce defects and improve service consistency.
- Designed automated dashboards and self‑serve reporting using SQL, Excel, and Power BI, reducing manual planning effort by 30%+.
- Influenced and coordinated 50+ cross‑functional stakeholders while directly leading planners and analysts responsible for execution readiness.
Manager, Sales & Supply Planning
VGL GROUP
Rajasthan, India
10.2013 - 07.2019
- Managed demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory execution across multiple product categories in a high‑volume retail environment.
- Translated sales plans into SKU‑level inventory, replenishment, and production requirements to support network fulfillment goals.
- Partnered with operations and logistics teams to align inventory positioning with capacity and execution constraints.
- Led process improvement initiatives that reduced inventory inefficiencies, improved in‑stock performance, and increased planning accuracy.
- Established structured planning cadences, schedules, and KPI reporting to support scalable operations and leadership decision‑making.
- Delivered cross‑functional initiatives supporting a record $2M single‑day sales milestone.
Assistant Manager, Business Operations
ICICI BANK
Rajasthan, India
06.2013 - 10.2013
- Managed operational programs across multiple branches, balancing demand, service levels, and execution performance.
- Improved reporting visibility and process discipline to support data‑driven operational decisions.
Assistant System Engineer
TATA Consultancy Services (TCS)
Trivandrum, India
03.2011 - 05.2011
- Improved system efficiency and issue-resolution workflows, increasing operational productivity by 10%.
- Analyzed system logs, identified root-cause issues, and implemented corrective fixes to reduce downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to document processes, standardize resolution protocols, and improve visibility through reporting and dashboards, enabling faster decision-making and sustained performance improvements.
Assistant System Engineer
Infosys Technologies Ltd
Mysore, India
02.2010 - 03.2011
- Completed intensive training in software development, databases, and programming.
- Supported senior engineers with coding, debugging, unit testing, and user account administration.
Education
Harvard CLIMB Program - Executive Leadership & Management
Harvard Business School
04-2026
MBA - International Business (Operations)
Birla Institute of Management Technology
05-2013
B.Tech - Civil Engineering
West Bengal University of Technology
04-2009
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt (KPMG)
- AI Essentials for Business (Harvard Business School)
- Strategic Financial Analysis (Harvard Business School)
Languages
English (Native)
Hindi (Fluent)
Bengali (Native)
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Director, Sales Operations & Planning (S&OP Lead)
SHOP LC (VGL Group)
07.2019 - 11.2025
Manager, Sales & Supply Planning
VGL GROUP
10.2013 - 07.2019
Assistant Manager, Business Operations
ICICI BANK
06.2013 - 10.2013
Assistant System Engineer
TATA Consultancy Services (TCS)
03.2011 - 05.2011
Assistant System Engineer
Infosys Technologies Ltd
02.2010 - 03.2011
Harvard CLIMB Program - Executive Leadership & Management
Harvard Business School
MBA - International Business (Operations)
Birla Institute of Management Technology
B.Tech - Civil Engineering
West Bengal University of Technology
Core Expertise
- Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP / IBP) | Demand Forecasting | Supply & Capacity Planning | Supply Chain Operations and Inventory Optimization | Logistics Coordination | Program & Process Excellence | End‑to‑End Program Owners | Data & Analytics | SQL, Power BI, Advanced Excel | KPI Frameworks | Automation | Leadership & Collaboration | Cross‑Functional Influence | Stakeholder Management | Executive Communication | Change Management |
Selected Achievements
- Drove end-to-end Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) execution supporting a $130M+ annual business, aligning demand forecasts with inventory, capacity, logistics, and execution priorities to improve customer service levels.
- Improved forecast accuracy by 18% year over year by redesigning demand planning models, standardizing KPIs, and implementing disciplined planning cadences across teams.
- Led large-scale planning and execution programs across 50+ cross-functional stakeholders, improving accountability, execution readiness, and operational performance.
- Reduced manual planning and reporting effort by 30%+ by building automated dashboards and analytics using SQL, Excel, Power BI, and AI-enabled reporting workflows.
- Youngest Employee to be promoted as a Director in the history of the organization.
- Awarded Prestigious EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH for outstanding performance, leadership, and consistently exceeding team and business goals.