Dipam Rathod
Managing Partner
About
Experienced supply chain professional with a proven track record in optimizing procurement, logistics, and inventory management. Skilled in analyzing operations, identifying improvements, and delivering data-driven recommendations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Adept at applying lean methodologies and collaborating with teams to implement sustainable supply chain strategies.
Skills & Expertise (1)
Work Experience
Managing Partner
Vedanta’s Kitchen
11-2023 - 10-2024
Led the development and execution of supply chain solutions to address critical industry challenges. Optimized the supply of essential goods to 50+ clients and fostered partnerships with 20+ local businesses. Enhanced operational efficiency by 25% and reduced procurement costs by 15% through precise demand forecasting leveraging historical sales, seasonal trends, and promotional data. Drove 30% year-over-year revenue growth.
Procurement Executive
Hindustan Unilever Limited
11-2022 - 10-2023
Managed a portfolio of Contact Flexible Packaging contracts, optimizing procurement and sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings and build long-term supplier partnerships. Spearheaded commercial hygiene initiatives to streamline operations, reduce lead times, and improve supply chain efficiency. Developed and implemented data-driven tools such as a Price Transparency tool and Management Information System (MIS) reports using Power BI and Tableau. Achieved 95%+ OTIF delivery and aligned with business objectives for continuous improvement.
Procurement Analyst
National Organics Chemical Industries Limited
12-2021 - 11-2022
Managed end-to-end supply chain operations, overseeing procurement, sourcing, inventory management, and demand planning. Achieved a 20% improvement in material flow efficiency and maintained optimal inventory levels with a 98% accuracy rate. Led digitalization initiatives, developing roadmaps to enhance operational efficiency and reduce process cycle times by 15%. Negotiated vendor contracts and evaluated quotations, securing cost savings of 10-12%.
Education
B-Tech (Petrochemical)
2017 - 2021 · India
Certifications
The Fresh Connection Demand Planning Management Business Simulation
The Fresh Connection · 2022
Simulated business environment to practice demand planning and management skills.
Six Sigma - Green Belt
IASSC · 2021
Trained in Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools to identify and eliminate defects in a process.
Customer Value Management : Stratx Simulations (SP Jain)
Stratx Simulations · 2020
Practical experience in developing customer-centric strategies through a business simulation.
Blue Ocean Strategy - Stratx Simulations (SP Jain)
Stratx Simulations · 2020
Hands-on experience in developing a blue ocean strategy in a business simulation.
Oil and Gas Industry Operation and Market - Duke University
Duke University · 2020
Comprehensive understanding of the oil and gas industry's operations and market dynamics.
Strategic sourcing and category management in Supply Chain Management - TCS
Tata Consultancy Services · 2019
Expertise in strategic sourcing and category management best practices.
Career Essentials in Business Analysis - Microsoft
Microsoft · 2018
Fundamental skills in business analysis, including requirements elicitation, documentation, and validation.
Business Analyst and Project Manager Collaboration
Business Analysis Excellence Pty Ltd · 2018
Trained in effective collaboration between business analysts and project managers.
