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Vandan Patel

Hanover Park,IL

Summary

Supply Chain & Business Analyst specializing in transportation and logistics optimization. Proven track record in identifying operational gaps and implementing solutions that yield significant cost savings and performance improvements. Adept at leveraging analytics tools to develop KPIs and reporting dashboards that inform strategic decision-making across departments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Analyst

CDW
05.2019 - Current
  • Lead cross-functional supply chain initiatives involving Transportation, Procurement, Finance, Operations, and IT teams.
  • Gathered and documented business requirements to enhance transportation and logistics systems.
  • Analyzed transportation and logistics business processes to identify operational gaps and recommend process improvements.
  • Utilize SQL, Power BI, and analytics tools to support strategic transportation initiatives.
  • Develop Power BI dashboards and KPI reporting for freight spend, carrier performance, and operational efficiency.
  • Support implementation and testing of transportation system enhancements, including UAT and issue resolution.
  • Lead change management activities and end-user support for transportation reporting and process improvements.
  • Collaborated with transportation leadership to assess carrier performance and evaluate freight costs and contract opportunities.

Planning & Logistics Analyst

Madden Communications
09.2016 - 12.2018
  • Analyzed warehousing and transportation processes to improve shipment visibility and efficiency by 90%.
  • Coordinated with suppliers, warehouse teams, and transportation carriers to optimize inbound and outbound logistics.
  • Developed logistics reporting and forecasting models supporting inventory planning and transportation management.
  • Managed warehouse inventory and transportation operations using PDQ.Net WMS and Oracle systems to ensure streamlined logistics.
  • Led employee training sessions on warehouse management systems and logistics processes.
  • Supported continuous improvement efforts by analyzing processes and implementing corrective actions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
12-2014

Six Sigma Green Belt - Certification

Management, And Strategy Institute
Online

Change Management Certificate - Certification

Management, And Strategy Institute
Online

Six Sigma Yellow Belt -

CDW
Vernon Hills, IL

Skills

  • Requirements Analysis
  • Business Requirements Gathering
  • Data Analysis
  • Supply Chain Analytics
  • Process Improvement
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • User Experience Research
  • Project Management
  • Advanced Excel
  • Power BI
  • SQL Server
  • SharePoint
  • Power Platform
  • Oracle
  • PDQNet WMS
  • IBM AS400 WMS
  • Warehousing Operations
  • Inventory Management
  • Carrier Performance Analysis
  • End-User Training

Timeline

Business Analyst

CDW
05.2019 - Current

Planning & Logistics Analyst

Madden Communications
09.2016 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Northern Illinois University

Six Sigma Green Belt - Certification

Management, And Strategy Institute

Change Management Certificate - Certification

Management, And Strategy Institute

Six Sigma Yellow Belt -

CDW
Vandan Patel