Milind Kulkarni

CFA & Secondary Transportation Operations:

• Managed day-to-day placement and adhoc buying of transportation services.
• Negotiated rates based on route optimization across Pan India.
• Conducted negotiations to optimize freight costs effectively.
• Analyzed data on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to track performance metrics.
• Monitored and controlled budgets for FOH and Primary Transportation nationwide.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to reconcile outstanding issues.
• Allocated stock according to forecast, considering channels and customer needs.
• Prepared MIS reports for management to highlight cost impacts and trends.
  

Project Highlights:

Project 1: Optimization of Lane (Route) and Cost (FOH, VOH)

• Implemented strategies to optimize transportation routes and reduce overhead costs.

TMS Implementation (Super Procure):

• Led end-to-end implementation of Transport Management System to streamline billing processes aligned with business requirements.

Primary & Secondary Transportation Operation:

• Negotiated freight contracts and conducted annual planning via Ariba Auction, achieving cost savings.
• Sourcing for the annual spend of 150CR primary Logistics ,Leading Annual & spot auction for all India primary logistics lanes.
• 40+ logistics vendor management for sustainable operations , approve monthly transportation rates & freight bills.
• Developed route maps and onboarded new transportation vendors to enhance service options.
• 6% saving on primary freight over last year actual spend in freight auction ,Network redesign saving of 7 CR annually.
• Analyzed data daily, weekly, and monthly to inform strategic decisions.
• Tracked and managed budgets for FOH and Primary Transportation departments nationwide.
• Reconciled operations with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve efficiencies.
• Analyzed and optimized warehouse space utilization across all India locations.
• Allocated and managed stock based on forecasted demand, ensuring accurate inventory levels.
  Conducted monthly audits and corrected stock discrepancies to maintain operational integrity.
• Ensured SOP compliance through timely approval of Stock Receipt Notes (SRN).

Forecast Model and Production Planning:

• Developed forecast models for Premium Personal Care products (BBlunt & Godrej Professional), including new category launches for GCPL.
• Prepared optimal production plans considering minimal forecast quantities, high MAPE (Mean Absolute Percentage Error), and large batch sizes.
• Coordinated and negotiated with P2P units for production scheduling to meet sales demand.

Finance and Project Management:

• Managed Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and budgeting processes, tracked Profit & Loss (P&L) for channels, and monitored expenditure.
• Led GST implementation project for Godrej, ensuring compliance and efficiency in business operations.
• Created business scenarios for pricing strategies, tested and obtained signoff for SOPs from business users.
• Implemented SAP functionalities, including bulk data uploads through LSMW after rigorous testing and validation.
• Updated master data for customer and material creation using MDO, maintained pricing data.
• Resolved STI (Stock Transport Invoice) and GRN (Goods Receipt Note) errors to streamline operations.
• Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with corporate audit guidelines.

Project Highlights:

Project 1: Optimization of Lane and Cost (FOH, VOH)

• Implemented strategies to optimize transportation routes and costs for Primary Freight.

TMS Implementation (Transport Management System):

• Led end-to-end implementation of Transport Management System for primary freight, aligning with business requirements.

Project 2: Implementation of New Process for Sample Issue through SAP

• Enhanced tracking and reporting capabilities, optimizing sample inventory management and decision-making processes.

• Managed master data cleanup for all CSD accounts, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Prepared and distributed weekly and monthly Order and Supplied MIS reports for CSD.
• Arranged stock for CSD from P&G depots, ensuring efficient inventory management.
• Coordinated with the deployment team to manage stock levels and facilitate timely replenishment.
• Conducted data analysis on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to identify trends and inform decision-making.
• Attended weekly meetings with customers to discuss stock levels, order status, and address any concerns.
• Monitored stock availability and made arrangements to ensure on-time deliveries, minimizing disruptions.
• Shared forecasts with customers and coordinated with planners to align supply and demand.
• Followed up on loading and unloading processes with customers and P&G depots to ensure smooth operations.
• Created stock opening sheets for all channels to track initial inventory levels.
• Followed up on order punching with Customer Service Officers (CSOs) and Distribution Logistics Officers (DLOs).
• Communicated product code releases to CSD customers, keeping them informed of new or updated products.

• Tracked documents to confirm receipt of consignments and requisites for processing payments at CSD’s end.
• Updated purchase orders inventory to monitor the status of open, expiring, lapsed, and re-validated POs and supplementary orders.
• Handled transport-related issues to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
• Quantified state and brand-wise End Consumer Prices for the pan-India market.
• Tracked Finished Goods and Raw Material inventory using the SAP system across all India units.
• Coordinated during pack and MRP changes to minimize write-offs and ensure smooth transitions.
• Coordinated timely brand and label registration for CSD supplies across India.
• Communicated and incorporated mandatory CSD guidelines to sales teams, manufacturing units, and head office IT, ensuring compliance with revisions.
• Managed CSD/BSF SAP pricing in accordance with excise slabs.
• Handled CSD/BSF cash applications and worked on Dr/Cr notes, including FI entries in SAP.

• Conducted master data cleanup for all CSD accounts to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Prepared and presented weekly and monthly Order & Supply MIS reports for CSD, providing critical insights and performance metrics.
• Arranged stock for CSD from P&G depots, optimizing inventory levels and ensuring product availability.
• Coordinated with the deployment team to manage stock efficiently and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Analyzed data on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to support strategic decision-making and identify trends.
• Attended weekly meetings with customers to address concerns, provide updates, and enhance customer relationships.
• Monitored stock availability and implemented strategies to ensure timely deliveries and prevent stockouts.