Hardik Kukreja
Brampton,ON
Summary
With over 2 years of hands-on experience in logistics and a fervent drive for revenue growth, I am dedicated to transforming organizational operations and achieving excellence in the field. As a Lean Certified professional and Lean Champion at Toronto DC, I have supported team members on various projects throughout their lean journey. My deep knowledge of processes has allowed me to contribute effectively to enhancing efficiency and driving continuous improvement.
Notably, I interviewed for the Warehouse Shingo Certification and participated in the ICS Global Audit for the Toronto DC in March and September 2024, further strengthening my expertise in industry best practices and quality standards.
Currently, I am eager to advance my career at Hilti Global. To support this goal, I am actively pursuing certifications in Project Management, specifically the Certified associate in project management (CAPM) and Lean Problem solving. These credentials will provide me with a robust foundation in project management methodologies and principles.
With a strong commitment to delivering exceptional results and a passion for leadership, I am poised to support various distribution centers and contribute to the company’s growth and success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inventory Controller
Hilti Canada
03.2023 - Current
- Key Data collector for Global Material Master Project
- Achieved 100% in the ICS global audit for the Toronto Distribution Center, marking the first time in the facility's history this milestone was reached.
- Successfully managed third-party audit by PWC focused on inventory management,Received positive feedback from the auditor for thorough preparation and adherence to best practices in inventory management.
- Transformed CI Counts, Gold zone counts, Chem counts and Test counts ensuring meticulous accuracy
- Elevated Inventory Accuracy from 85% to an impressive 97.5% within 3 months
- Implemented 2 innovative Continuous Projects (CIPs) that streamlined warehouse processes, making them more efficient and saving company's cost
- Took ownership of Internal Control System (ICS) and achieved remarkable 100% success rate with no failure since assuming responsibility
- Lead weekly shopfloor meeting sharing problems and achievement to a team of 25 dedicated Professional
- Assigning the Fix bins to the material by providing quick access to essential items that increased LPH for pickers
- Strategically set up and managed Min-Max and control qty for the effective supply chain
- Lean Champion of Toronto DC.
- Performed root cause analysis of discrepancies between physical inventory counts and system records, taking corrective actions where necessary.
Warehouse Worker
Hilti Canada
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Ensure orders are picked, packed, and shipped correctly
- Achieve lines per hour target for parcel picking and packing
- Achieve accuracy target for customer complaint notes and over shorts
- Will call Service, prepare orders for pick up
- Understand basic warehouse outbound processes
- Use SAP ERP system for all warehouse transactions
- Assume daily housekeeping duties and reporting
- Flexible in the daily workstream to adapt to volume changes in both picking and packing
- Supported Lewisville DC in the Bison Project.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
Vendor Solutions Associate
Tech data USA
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Making Quotes and replying to emails to the Tech Data Customers
- SME of integration order California project
- Gave training to a batch of 15 people and help teammates with any questions or queries
- Great knowledge in making quotes, placing orders, removing blocks, open orders
- Strong knowledge of TD 4.6 SAP system
- Advanced knowledge on MS word, Excel, Teams, outlook.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of vendors, ensuring timely delivery of products and services to clients.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires on vendor management best practices.
- Enhanced team productivity with organization of regular performance review meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University Canada West
British Columbia12.2025
Diploma in business -
Niagara College
Toronto, ON08.2023
Senior Secondary (Commerce) -
SMJPS
Delhi,India01.2021
Skills
- Creative Problem solving
- Supply chain management
- Analytical Decision making
- Strategic Thinking
- Networking
- Adaptability
- Inventory optimization
- Operational Excellence
- Logistics Management
- Workforce Planning
Certification
- Lean Certified
- A3 Problem solving in Progress
- First Aid and CPR, 03/2023, Present
Personal Information
Title: Inventory Controller
Timeline
Inventory Controller
Hilti Canada
03.2023 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Hilti Canada
03.2022 - 03.2023
Vendor Solutions Associate
Tech data USA
08.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University Canada West
Diploma in business -
Niagara College
Senior Secondary (Commerce) -
SMJPS
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