SNEHA JAISHANKAR
Langley,BC
Summary
Results-driven Senior Supply Chain and Procurement Professional overseeing CAD $25M+ in annual spend. Successfully negotiated supplier contracts yielding CAD $10M in savings, implemented KPIs that enhanced on-time delivery to 79%, and developed risk assessments that achieved CAD 200K in mitigation savings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing and Inventory Manager
Redwood Plastics and Rubber
Langley, Canada
07.2023 - Current
- Managed procurement operations supporting CAD $25M+ yearly expenditure.
- Negotiated supplier pricing contracts CAD $10M to ensure cost and value generation.
- Implemented supply chain KPIs: OTD, inventory turns, spend analysis and service commitments.
- Conducted supplier onboarding, evaluation, and risk assessments. Executed CAD 200K risk mitigation plan savings.
- Built, maintained and developed strategic partners for critical materials and high-risk profiles.
- Led supplier quality corrective actions (SCARs) process. Closed 24 supplier corrective actions.
- Resolved issues related to damages, shortages, and overages, reducing schedule disruption and saving CAD 300K annually.
- Managed freight inbound and outbound operations, securing CAD 200K in recovery savings for FY 2025-2026.
- Directed ISO 9001:2015 Supply Chain Compliance efforts, resulting in zero non-conformance.
Purchasing Supervisor
Redwood Plastics and Rubber
Langley, Canada
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Executed MRP-based replenishment, decreasing stockouts by 70%.
- Enhanced supplier on-time delivery performance to 79% by implementing KPI tracking and corrective action programs.
- Implemented cycle counting and inventory audit programs improving inventory accuracy to 80%.
- Reviewed supplier performance, identified schedule risk suppliers, and developed recovery plans to mitigate risks.
- Developed material forecasting for distributed products, achieving 70% accuracy..
- Reviewed delivery KPIs of vendors and developed a supply dashboard for contract compliance.
- Expedited supplier deliveries, monitored open purchase orders, and coordinated with vendors to ensure timely material availability.
Buyer
Raute Oyj
Delta, Canada
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Prepared RFQs, evaluated bids, analyzed cost and risk, and negotiated pricing, lead times, and delivery terms for 50+ suppliers across mechanical and electrical categories.
- Led procurement of electrical components and hydraulics to support complex manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with production needs.
- Monitored supplier confirmations and delivery timelines, expediting orders to consistently meet production schedules.
- Resolved pricing discrepancies with suppliers, reducing payment delays by approximately 30%.
- Developed analytical reports on open purchase orders and inventory exposure, identifying stock-out risks to inform purchasing decisions.
Supply Chain Analyst
DENSO Products & Services North America
California, USA
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Conducted root-cause analysis of supply chain delays, leading to improved operational visibility and identification of bottlenecks.
- Developed dashboards to monitor supplier performance, backorders, and service levels, enhancing decision-making.
- Facilitated supplier qualification process by gathering necessary documentation and evaluating vendor capabilities., compliance documentation, and contract reviews.
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
California State University
Long Beach, USALong Beach, USA
Master of Science - Corporate Social Responsibility & Environmental Management
University of York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Bachelor of Commerce - Operations & Finance
Bangalore University
IndiaIndia
Skills
- Procurement strategies
- Supplier negotiation
- Cost analysis
- Risk assessment
- Supply chain compliance
- Inventory management
- Vendor relationship management
- Demand forecasting
- Material requirements planning
Accomplishments
- Delivered CAD $3M+ in annual supplier cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
- Led and mentored a team of 6 supply chain professionals across purchasing, inventory, and warehouse operations.
- Collaborated with leadership team on building a distribution channel for plastic and acetal material.
Timeline
Purchasing and Inventory Manager
Redwood Plastics and Rubber
07.2023 - Current
Purchasing Supervisor
Redwood Plastics and Rubber
05.2022 - 07.2023
Buyer
Raute Oyj
05.2019 - 02.2021
Supply Chain Analyst
DENSO Products & Services North America
05.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
California State University
Master of Science - Corporate Social Responsibility & Environmental Management
University of York
Bachelor of Commerce - Operations & Finance
Bangalore University