Chandana Urs K L

• Managed end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain operations across a large-scale, multi-category
product portfolio - acting as the primary on-ground liaison between supplier/manufacturing partners
and global cross-functional teams, driving adherence to production schedules and operational goals.
• Developed and managed production and supply plans in collaboration with inventory and supply chain
partners, aligning manufacturing capacity with demand signals and identifying risks to schedules with
structured mitigation plans.
• Drove operational performance improvements at manufacturing partners through structured process
improvement initiatives, achieving upwards of 50%+ gains in operational efficiency - identifying gaps,
implementing solutions, and tracking outcomes against defined KPIs.
• Managed commercial engagements with manufacturing partners including capital cost discussions, part
pricing negotiations, and vendor performance management using data-driven frameworks.
• Built and deployed Power BI dashboards to monitor operational KPIs and business-critical metrics; led
periodic analytical deep-dives and presented findings, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
• Worked closely with quality, inventory planning, and transportation teams to keep product and program
goals on track - ensuring full supply chain alignment at every stage of execution.
• Recognised with 2+ individual excellence recognition and 1 team award for consistent high-impact
contributions with 100% On-time delivery track and 98% quality excellence.

• Developed demand forecasts and supply plans using historical data, pricing trends, and scenario analysis,
aligning inventory and sourcing strategies with business goals and seasonal demand.
• Managed 50+ RFQs per month, supporting pricing proposals, cost comparisons, supplier evaluations, and volume
planning across multiple categories.
• Coordinated with OEM suppliers on pricing, capacity planning, and commercial negotiations, delivering USD
150K in cost savings through alternate sourcing and scenario-based pricing strategies.
• Oversaw sourcing and supply workflows with strict SLA adherence, implementing process improvements that
enhanced operational reliability and improved planning responsiveness by 30%.
• Delivered performance reports on supply metrics, supplier performance, cost savings, SLA compliance, and
category performance to support quarterly planning and budgeting.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams and managed a multi-member PAN India team to drive execution,
stakeholder alignment, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Managed end-to-end inventory planning and procurement execution for global clients, ensuring
continuity during demand fluctuations.
• Tracked inventory levels, delivery schedules, and supplier performance to support operational planning.
• Achieved 95% on-time delivery and 99% supplier performance across critical programs.
• Delivered USD 3M PPV savings, supporting margin protection during constrained supply environments.
• Coordinated cross-functionally to align project demand, supplier capacity, and delivery commitments.