Bhavna Thakkar, Assistant Manager Supply Chain & Logistics

Bhavna Thakkar

Assistant Manager Supply Chain & Logistics

Poneer Gulf FZE (Pioneer Electronics)

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Master's degree, Business Administration and Commerce
Experience
13 years, 10 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :13 years, 10 Months

Assistant Manager Supply Chain & Logistics at Poneer Gulf FZE (Pioneer Electronics)
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • April 2016 to December 2019

At Pioneer Gulf FZE, my role was completely focused on spearheading short & long-term plans concerning supply chain management & improvement of value relating to annual expenditures. Also, major deliverable included development of sales and operations planning processes for distribution network and overseeing of cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies. I maximized growth through sales goal achievement, customer service improvements and effective team performance and through monitoring of S&OP process like demand planning, purchasing and logistics.

As Assistant Manager - Supply Chain & Logistics, I was responsible for congregating demand and supply requirements and safeguarded inventory integrity targets for finished goods by engaging with internal teams and delivering sourcing and influence electronic mediated environments. I supervised managing procurement, warehouse management, logistics management, import & exporting and other supply chain functions to facilitate business operations & creation of global economics and marketing to execute pricing strategies & channels. In addition, I superintended employee performance; increased efficiency, cost and benefit by utilizing logistics systems and outsourced transportation as well as participated in maintenance and establishment of KPIs for individuals and tracking of bottlenecks which caused delays in productivity.

Career Highlights:
• Increased sales revenues by 20% (YoY) by supporting the sales team.
• Reduced 6% of operating costs by optimizing supply chain infrastructure by assessing and initiating targeted changes.
• Drove 100% improvement in corporate growth by developing key metrics and applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Removed bottlenecks to save over $2 Million plus in delivery of supply cargo.
• Achieved 10% inventory reduction by developing and implementing optimization methodologies for accounting processes.

Assistant Manager Sales Business Development at Pioneer Gulf FZE (Pioneer Electronics)
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • April 2010 to December 2019

My responsibilities as Assistant Manager - Sales & Demand Planning includes delivery of training to new associates concerning sales and performance strategies and providing of education on market trends and staying upgraded on forecasts and Electronics Industry news. I maximized sales and increased profitability by evaluating Car Audio Sales requirements and recommending best-fit company offerings to customers. Marketed and sold full range of Car Audio including Front panels, Speakers, Sub-woofers and Home Audio and DJ Products.

Also, I oversaw efficient RFP database and responses and provided knowledge to prospects and customers concerning electronics products, which included services and Car Audio products. I evaluated costs against expected market price points and executed up-selling strategies in attainment of sales profit targets. Additionally, I achieved sales goals by discussing business opportunities and strategies and monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions.

Career Highlights:
• Increased sales by 30% YoY and by 10% over a year by offering consultation on products and services & applying customer service and up-selling techniques.
• Closed over $600K in sales each Month, including preparing contracts and processing order forms.
• Generated 6% increase in client numbers and $1.2Million in new Car Audio sales through pricing and integration strategies.
• Built strong client relationships and provided high value-adding services, resulting in 10% company market share increase.
• Drove team revenue totals by bringing in over $2.5 Million in sales.
• Closed over $200K in sales each month, including preparing contracts and processing order forms.
• Sold over $20Million worth of Pioneer Car Stereo, increasing department revenue and exceeding sales goals.
• Attended long conference calls and CCS meetings for long distance customers to fix product, pricing and technical issues to increase sales of every month.

Sales Associate at Pioneer Gulf FZE (Pioneer Electronics)
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • March 2006 to March 2010

Growth Path:
Sales Associate | Apr’08 - Mar’10
Sales Coordinator | Mar’06 - Apr’08

Career Highlights:
• Produced contracts, reports, letters and proposal for clients over $10Million on average.
• Drove team revenue totals by bringing in over $1.5 Million in sales.
• Closed over $100K in sales each month, including preparing contracts and processing order forms.

Education

Master's degree, Business Administration and Commerce
  • at Ascencia Business School
  • December 2019

Assignments completed on Leadership, Operation Management, Accounting Skills, Economics.

High school or equivalent, Certified Logistics and Supply Chain Management Manager)
  • at Phoenix Institute
  • January 2017

courses: Diploma in CLSCMM (Certified Logistics and Supply Chain Management Manager)

Specialties & Skills

Global Logistics
Supply Chain
B2B Sales
Oracle ERP
FORECASTING
FRAMING
FUNCTIONAL
MARKETING
PROPOSAL WRITING
QUALITY CONTROL
ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
ANALYTICAL SKILLS
BALANCE
Multi Tasking
Sales Target
Operation Management
Key Account Management
Demand Planning
marketing mix
materials
logistics management
negotiation
purchase contracts
quotations
market research
purchasing
supply chain management
logistics
operation
talent management
performance management
team management
reconciliation
planning
operations management
problem solving
accounting

Social Profiles

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Expert

Training and Certifications

DIBM TRAINING & CONSULTANCY (Training)
Training Institute:
DIBM TRAINING & CONSULTANCY
Date Attended:
October 2017
Duration:
8 hours

Hobbies

  • Listening to music