Swapnil Palkhade
Summary
Disciplined Supply Chain Management Intern with in-depth knowledge of calculating total supply chain costs and procurement principles, practices and procedures. Plans timetables, cultivates supplier relationships and manages supplier agreements and stock levels. Excellent strategic planning, inventory management and vendor management abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Associate
Walmart
02.2023 - Current
- Provided positive shopping experience, employing conflict resolution skills when problems arose.
- Oversaw receiving and display of incoming products, meeting planned promotions and seasonal rotation for sales events.
- Worked closely with individual customers to identify unique needs and supply appropriate products.
- Monitored inventory changes and ordered replenishments for stock to support customer demand.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
Machine Operator
GFL Environmental
10.2022 - Current
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Maintained inventory count, tracked usage, and documented variances.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to meet customer needs and demands.
- Collaborated with the procurement team to establish steady supply of inventory.
Quality Engineer
TechnoFab Engineers
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Coordinated with quality control staff to complete inspections.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
- Developed and audited practices, programs, and reporting system metrics for optimal efficiency.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Purchase Engineer
Param Engineers
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Negotiated lead-time, cost and quality to obtain maximum company benefit.
- Developed, implemented and drove purchase strategies to meet cost savings targets.
- Managed vendors and suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, delivery performance and schedule.
- Supported purchase efforts and negotiated best payment terms and contract conditions to maintain high level of integrity.
- Liaised with vendors and suppliers on delivery schedule to achieve on-time delivery of final product.
- Maintained and followed up with qualified vendors and suppliers about open purchase orders and prospective orders.
- Analyzed vendors and suppliers to select most suitable to deliver high-quality products at competitive pricing.
- Participated in status reviews, audits and purchase meetings to resolve proposal issues and implement process improvements.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management - Business
Northern College of Applied Arts And Technology
South Porcupine, ON04.2024
Bachelor - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Gujarat Technology University
Gujarat, India05.2018
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Gujarat Technology University
Gujarat, India05.2015
Skills
- A strong sense of ethics
- Commitment to quality
- Time management
- Tech knowledge
- Decision making
- Negotiation
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Merchandising Associate
Walmart
02.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
GFL Environmental
10.2022 - Current
Quality Engineer
TechnoFab Engineers
12.2020 - 04.2022
Purchase Engineer
Param Engineers
06.2018 - 12.2020
Post Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management - Business
Northern College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelor - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Gujarat Technology University
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Gujarat Technology University
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