ADITYA SARAT
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dynamic Supply Chain and Mechanical Engineering professional with extensive global experience in procurement, operations, and logistics. Expertise in optimizing complex supply chains, fostering robust vendor relationships, and achieving significant cost savings. A unique blend of engineering acumen and data-driven strategies elevates operational performance while consistently delivering measurable business outcomes. Committed to enhancing customer insights and spearheading strategic initiatives that drive organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
City Furniture and Appliances Ltd
10.2023 - Current
- Lead end-to-end procurement and logistics operations for 12+ retail locations, ensuring optimal service levels and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw 100+ container imports in full compliance with CBSA regulations, coordinating documentation, customs clearance, and delivery scheduling to enhance logistics efficiency.
- Conducted sales data analysis and group performance reviews to identify key product trends and inform sourcing decisions, contributing to improved demand planning.
- Managed $50M annual sales data on appliances and projected key insights through trend analysis, supporting accurate forecasts and inventory management.
- Spearheaded the Group Bulk Buy program and managed international sourcing initiatives with suppliers across Asia and North America, building strong vendor relationships.
- Developed a landed cost calculation tool to analyze supplier quotes, freight, and duties across multiple origins, improving pricing accuracy, and profitability analysis.
Department Manager
Walmart Canada
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Improved on-shelf availability by 18% through optimizing replenishment cycles, reducing shrink and tightening inventory control for high-turnover SKUs, directly impacting customer satisfaction.
- Led a team of 10+ associates, coordinating with vendors and logistics partners to ensure 98% timely stock rotation and backroom organization, improving department efficiency and reducing waste through effective operations management.
Supply Chain and Project Operations
Bolton Oilfields Services LLC
11.2016 - 12.2021
- Served as the operational lead overseeing procurement, production, and sales functions for oilfield equipment and services under API Q1 certification standards, ensuring robust supply chain operations.
- Managed the recertification and compliance program for the upstream oilfield equipment, ensuring full alignment with API and ISO quality management systems.
- Directed the strategic sourcing of mechanical components and materials from global suppliers, maintaining strict adherence to technical and regulatory specifications and building strong supplier relationships.
- Executed multiple international shipments in compliance with Middle East import regulations, coordinating documentation, inspection, and customs processes to ensure smooth logistics.
- Conducted and supported API facility audits, vendor assessments, and corrective action follow-ups to uphold continuous compliance and operational excellence.
- Introduced continuous improvement methods to streamline workflows, reduce delays, and enhance traceability across operations, contributing to automation and efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering and project teams to define material requirements, delivery timelines, and quality control checkpoints for major client projects, supporting strategic initiatives.
Education
Post Baccalaureate - Supply Chain Management
Bachelors Technology - Mechanical Engineering
11.2011
Skills
- Market trend analysis for demand
- Inventory Optimization
- Procurement Strategy
- Distribution Planning
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Process Improvement
- Performance Metrics
- Production Planning
- Order Fulfillment
- Capacity Analysis
- Resource Allocation
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Demand Sensing
- Product Lifecycle
- Change Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Demand Shaping
- Replenishment Planning
- Relationship Management
- Statistical Analysis
- Process Standardization
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Data Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Sales & Operations Planning
- Vendor Management
- Logistics Management
- Market Analysis
- Risk Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Customer Demand Analysis
- Customer Insights
- Operations Management
- Strategic Initiatives
- Inventory Management
- Customer Service
- Human Resources
- Supply Planning
- Demand Planning
- Service Levels
- Profitability
- Supply Chain
- Recruitment
- Value Chain
- Automation
- Forecasts
- Logistics
- Excel
- SAP
- Interpersonal Skills
- Build Relationships
- Detail-Oriented
- Self-Starter
- Committed
Accomplishments
- Reduced freight-related margin losses by 70% by optimizing routings
- Delivered over $1.2M in annual cost efficiencies through strategic procurement
- Saved over $450,000 annually on containerized imports by reducing demurrage/detention,
- Increased inventory turnover by 18% and automated procurement workflows
- eliminating 90% of manual errors and boosting SKU level visibility across all international
Languages
English
Certification
- Microsoft Excel Data Analysis, 2025-08-01, Microsoft
- Coursework includes Lean Six sigma principles , Business analytics and analysis
Timeline
Supply Chain and Logistics Manager - City Furniture and Appliances Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Department Manager - Walmart Canada
02.2022 - 10.2023
Supply Chain and Project Operations - Bolton Oilfields Services LLC
11.2016 - 12.2021
SCMS School of Engineering and Technology - Bachelors Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Thompson Rivers University - Post Baccalaureate, Supply Chain Management
WEBSITE, PORTFOLIO AND PROFILES
www.linkedin.com/in/aditya-sarat-4aa0ba4