عرفان محمد

➢ Spearheaded end-to-end procurement operations across Hyderabad, Vijayawada &
Visakhapatnam cities ensuring seamless supply chain continuity and timely
availability of stock - Quick Commerce
➢ Oversaw operations of 3 warehouses and 90 dark stores across the South region,
ensuring seamless supply chain execution and stock availability.
➢ Managed a portfolio of 3, 000+ SKUs across 100+ leading FMCG brands in categories
such as cooking essentials, dairy, bread, eggs, and ice creams.
➢ Designed and implemented SOPs to improve process design, optimize space
utilization, and reduce operational costs across distribution centres and dark stores.
➢ Monitored Days on Hand (DOH) to maintain optimal stock levels, minimize excess
inventory, and prevent stockouts through regular reporting and analysis.
➢ Led shrinkage management initiatives by identifying root causes, implementing loss
prevention strategies, and collaborating with operations to reduce theft and
damages.
➢ Ensured stock accuracy through regular cycle counts, physical audits, and
reconciliation of system and physical records to resolve discrepancies.
➢ Conducted comprehensive stock audits, prepared detailed reports, and ensured
adherence to internal controls and company policies.
➢ Performed data analysis and reporting to identify inventory trends, optimize
processes, and provide actionable insights to senior management using advanced
inventory tools.
➢ Implemented cost-cutting strategies and reduced FIFO violations at Distribution
Centres and Dark stores, improving compliance and efficiency.
➢ Led the successful rollout of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) project, enhancing system
visibility, compliance, and process efficiency at ground level.
➢ Prepared, monitored, and analysed MIS reports for procurement, inventory, and
quality, enabling data-driven decision-making.
➢ Collaborated with cross-functional teams on inventory management, reducing
inventory
➢ holding days, and optimizing the ordering cycle to avoid operational bottlenecks.

➢ Directed and managed operations of 30 warehouses across Telangana, Andhra
Pradesh, and Maharashtra states, ensuring 99% on-time inward & outward operations.
➢ Collaborated with sales and demand planning teams, optimizing warehouse utilization
and achieving a 15% reduction in excess inventory.
➢ Overseeing Order Management lifecycle of orders, from creation to fulfillment.
Responsibilities often include order processing, tracking, resolving issues,
➢ Implemented initiatives for inventory reduction, supported Vendor Managed Inventory
(VMI) activities, and improved stocking efficiency, resulting in 12% improvement in
stock turnover ratio.
➢ Authorized and monitored inventory modifications, conducted 100% compliancedriven material inspections, reducing inventory errors by 20%.
➢ Administered warehouse processes and managed customer contracts, enhancing
service delivery and maintaining 95%+ SLA compliance across distribution centres.
➢ Evaluated price modifications to track valuation gains, monitored purchase orders, and
achieved 98% accuracy in order confirmations.
➢ Reconciled freight invoices, resolved discrepancies, and implemented cost-control
measures, saving up to 10% in logistics expenses annually

Ensured smooth and compliant functioning of the Purchasing Department, streamlining
procurement activities.
➢ Supported procurement operations in SAP (MM module), preparing and monitoring
weekly and monthly procurement plans.
➢ Conducted competitor price benchmarking and implemented timely internal changes
to maintain market competitiveness.
➢ Managed purchase planning and budgeting, including cost estimation, vendor
negotiations, and procurement forecasting.
➢ Maintained optimal inventory levels across sales locations, coordinating with
warehouse and operations teams to ensure availability at the right cost.
➢ Developed and implemented systems to prevent overstocking and stock-outs, reducing
financial losses and improving supply chain efficiency.
➢ Coordinated with the Finance Department to ensure accurate and on-time vendor
payments in line with agreed terms.