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ARUN BAJAJ

Calgary,AB

Summary

Motivated and resourceful supply chain specialist with several years of expertise managing customs compliance, procurement, inventory control, customer service, and transportation logistics. A meticulous team player is focused on developing and implementing process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue. A reliable and dedicated leader seeking to leverage a strong background into a buyer, planner, or supply chain role with a progressive organization.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inventory & Event Management, Assistant

Sodexo
Calgary, Alberta
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed procurement transactions and accurate inventory levels via the POS system
  • Improved inventory management for catering supplies, reducing waste
  • Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring timely inventory management
  • Enhanced supplier feedback mechanisms to improve product quality and service standards, fostering stronger supplier relationships and ensuring supply chain reliability.
  • Conducted pre-event site visits, assessing venue suitability and identifying potential logistical challenges.

Store Operator, Supervisor

Mr. Gas
North Bay, Ontario
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Revolutionized inventory management with efficient tracking systems, streamlining procurement to ensure high-demand item availability
  • Built strong supplier relationships for timely fuel and merchandise procurement
  • Managed daily shift reconciliations and schedules, enhancing logistics, transportation, and operational efficiency.

Procurement and International Payroll Executive, Team Lead

(Birlasoft) JConnect Infotech Pvt. Ltd.
Noida, INDIA
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Managed international payroll for 100 employees across diverse locations and oversaw SAP-based payroll for 500 employees, ensuring precise and timely compensation
  • Initiated payroll processes in Denmark, Australia, France, Dubai, and Singapore
  • Procured HR and IT services, facilitating seamless project operations via Taleo and SAP HCM
  • Conducted strategic procurement analysis using Excel-based dashboards for data-driven decision-making
  • Handled subcontractor, vendor provisioning, and vendor management, emphasizing strong procurement practices
  • Additionally, managed grievance handling, HRBP, TA operations, onboarding, orientations, training & development, strategic planning & management, quality assessment, performance management, scheduling, and project management, with hands-on experience in Taleo (Oracle) and SAP-HCM.

Area Operation, Manager

Arun Service Limited
Delhi
01.2019 - 03.2023
  • Enhanced logistics efficiency by 25% through real-time inventory tracking and optimized 3PLs operations with DTDC, TrackOn, BlueDart, Firstflight, and Kerry Indev
  • Achieved a 15% cost reduction in transport and warehousing by strategically streamlining dispatch schedules and leveraging data analytics for peak time predictions and resource optimization
  • Implemented advanced Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS), resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction through enhanced order accuracy and accelerated delivery times
  • Led a diverse team of over 50 members, driving productivity up by 30% through collaborative training on dispatching best practices and efficient system utilization, emphasizing strong ownership in procurement, inventory management, logistics, and transportation.
  • Provided guidance on optimal routing strategies for shipments based on cost, time sensitivity, and other criteria.
  • Implemented new technologies, such as GPS tracking systems, in order to optimize routes for maximum efficiency.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop strategies that aligned with company objectives.

Management Trainee, Team Lead

Quality Council of India
Delhi
12.2020 - 09.2021
  • Assisted in procuring supplies for India's Largest sanitation Project, acknowledged by the President of India
  • Managed vendor and government relationships, leading a 200-person team
  • Implemented statistical analysis to optimize supply chain processes, presenting insights via dashboards
  • Directed under Swachh Survekshan 2021, overseeing inspection bodies across 12 states and 2 Union Territories
  • Led procurement of oxygen concentrators for ONGC, ensuring quality and cost efficiency, while providing strategic directives and fostering vendor relationships to minimize issues.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, AB
08.2024

Post Graduate Certificate - Human Resource Management

Canadore College
North Bay, ON
12.2023

Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management

Narsee Monjee
India
12-2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance and Accounting

Delhi University (DU)
Delhi, India
08.2020

Skills

  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, SAP, and Lean Six Sigma
  • Strategic buying
  • Leadership
  • Cost-saving initiatives
  • Supplier relationship management
  • International procurement
  • Global team management
  • Data analysis
  • Inventory management
  • Logistics Management
  • Warehouse Management
  • Procurement Management
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Team Management
  • Operational management
  • 3PL and LTL knowledge
  • Transportation management systems
  • Route Optimization
  • Fleet Dispatch

Certification

  • Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum (UDEMY, CANADA)
  • Warehouse Management in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (UDEMY, CANADA)
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (AIGPE, CANADA)
  • Microsoft Excel (SIMPLILEARN, INDIA)
  • Health and Safety Administration Certification

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Store Operator, Supervisor

Mr. Gas
05.2023 - 12.2023

Inventory & Event Management, Assistant

Sodexo
01.2023 - Current

Procurement and International Payroll Executive, Team Lead

(Birlasoft) JConnect Infotech Pvt. Ltd.
09.2021 - 03.2023

Management Trainee, Team Lead

Quality Council of India
12.2020 - 09.2021

Area Operation, Manager

Arun Service Limited
01.2019 - 03.2023

Post Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Post Graduate Certificate - Human Resource Management

Canadore College

Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management

Narsee Monjee

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance and Accounting

Delhi University (DU)

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