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Operations leader and master negotiator with 20+ years’ experience directing supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing to help global enterprises and VC-backed startups. I advise C-suite executives on strategic decisions, recruit, and develop teams to deliver product to market reliably and with scalability. I’ve been on a mission to turn businesses into profit-making machines for over 20 years. Whether overhauling supply chains, optimizing business processes, or building manufacturing infrastructure from the ground up, my goal is to transform business vision into reality. I’ve done this as a consultant for enterprises like Nokia, HGST/Western Digital, and Microsoft as well as for VC-backed startups like Meta, Playground Global, and Subpac and I can do the same for you as your next Supply Chain Director. Recent professional highlights include: • Eliminated $255K per year in logistics and storage cost at Subpac by optimizing entire global supply chain and distribution network • Reduced development cycles by 33%, enabling 8 startups to graduate early from Playground’s accelerator program by generating official process documentation • Reduced component costs by 55% from $3K to $1.4K at Meta Company— built entire supply chain infrastructure including moving specialty product manufacturing to U.S. and negotiating with suppliers Areas of Expertise Business Operations Optimization | Supply Chain Expertise | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Supplier Relationship Management | Comprehensive Supply Chain Operations | Risk Mitigation and Leadership | Strategic Advisory and Business Development | Product Development and Scaling Experience | Team Development | Start-up Strategies and Leadership | Contract Negotiation | EOL Strategies and Management

Supply Chain/Ops/Contract Manufacturing Leader with 11 years of experience in CPG space Demonstrated expertise supporting supply chain growth in fast paced environments by managing demand forecasting, contract manufacturing, inventory optimization, and safety stock strategies to drive operations and maximize profitability. Strong experience in negotiations and cost savings projects for margin improvement. Passion for supporting startup companies in dynamic industries. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Manufacturing Partner Sourcing | Statistical Forecasting | Supply Planning | Systems Implementation | Budgeting | Cash Flow Reporting | Distribution Planning | Purchasing | Team building/Leadership | Cost Negotiation | Capacity Optimization | Cost Reduction Strategy | Supplier Management | Process Improvement | Safety Stock Strategies | Material Requirements Planning (MRP)| POS Data Analysis |

Hi there! My name is Rahul Kamath and I am a supply chain professional experienced in purchasing operations, supplier relationships, and end-to-end value chain management. Though my foundation is in engineering, I transitioned into supply chain management to have more autonomy over business decisions and optimize inefficient processes. WHAT DO I DO? ● Procurement optimization and chain of custody (purchase requisition, quote negotiation, purchase order generation, and goods receipt inspection) ● Inventory management via First in/First Out, Just-in-Time, "dead" inventory analysis, and demand forecasting ● Cost of goods/supplies savings using contract management, supplier negotiations, and product supply agreements ● Project Management for implementing inventory management systems, enterprise software, and capital goods/upgrades HOW DO I DO IT? My ultimate goal is to streamline the supply chain operations of any business to increase scalability. I focus on key performance metrics, such as expenditures, supplier lead time, inventory accuracy, and supply chain cycle time to ensure minimal disruptions to the business. WHAT ARE MY MOST SUCCESSFUL ACCOMPLISHMENTS? Piloted the cross-functional implementation of the SAP S/4HANA and TYA ERP systems, managing the complete procurement and chain-of-custody life cycle to significantly enhance business capabilities and control. This became a force-multiplier as inventory discrepancies reduced by 40%, lead-time on orders were shrunk by 30%, and automation usage vastly increased. Managed $1.5 million inventory ranging from lab equipment, dry goods, and temperature-controlled reagents using techniques such as Just-in-Time and ABC inventory analysis. This increased inventory turnover by 30%, reduced dead-inventory by approximately $50,000 over the fiscal year, and saved 10+ hours of manual cycle counting due to accurate economic order quantities (EOQ). WHAT ARE MY TARGET INDUSTRIES/SUPPLIERS I WORKED WITH? Primarily focused on Biotech, Pharma, Medical Devices, and Tech Manufacturing industries. Worked with suppliers ranging from life sciences (Fisher, Agilent), to IT (Central Computers and Super Micro), and biotechnology (Twist Biosciences and IDT) as examples. WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT? I am self-motivated, driven, and relentless in pursuing the goals of the organization. My mind is hardwired to cut through the noise and create processes no one else devised. I am ready for the next phase in my career, so let’s connect if you want to collaborate on building efficient and scalable supply chain systems.

Experienced executive level business manager with an eye for supply chain, demand planning and data analytics. - 20 years in various CPG businesses - 10 years of experience developing and deploying Power Bi - Solutions for managing inventory and defining future strategic plans - Expert Excel user and developer, with ability to create complex data models and reports

Logistics and Supply Chain professional with 9+ years of hands-on experience across 3PL fulfillment, produce distribution, freight operations, and e-commerce. I've managed teams, supervised multi-brand account portfolios, and built processes that improve productivity and on-time delivery at every stage of the supply chain. Currently working as a Freight Produce Supervisor, where I manage quality and inventory control for organic and conventional produce, oversee inbound deliveries, and train QC and IC auditors on inspection procedures for JIT and cross-dock loads. Before that, I spent a year as a Produce Logistics Dispatcher, optimizing inbound/outbound truckloads, managing carrier relationships, and building weekly optimization reports that tracked cost savings across the distribution center. As a freelance Logistics and Supply Chain consultant, I've worked with clients in 3PL, distribution, and e-commerce, handling dispatching, shipment optimization, and account management. I've supervised teams, onboarded new logistics clerks and dispatchers, and managed marketplace product listings and order fulfillment. Earlier in my career, I served as an Assistant Account Manager at a 3PL warehouse, where I led a team of 6 coordinators and managed a portfolio of brand accounts spanning beauty, apparel, and retail. I oversaw B2B and B2C order processing, monitored KPIs and SLAs, reviewed LTL, FTL, cross-dock, and intermodal load plans, and ran bi-weekly client meetings on account health and shipment metrics. I also introduced an online training program that improved onboarding speed and team productivity. I'm proficient in Microsoft Excel, Notion, Canva, and logistics platforms like Trimble (TruckMate), SPS Commerce, TrueCommerce, NetSuite, InOrder, SalesForce, Pipedrive, and Zendesk and other TMS and WMS platforms. I hold certificates in Data Analytics, Excel, and Supply Chain Management from Coursera. Based in Lancaster, CA. Open to remote and hybrid logistics, supply chain, and operations roles. Let's connect.

I have a Master of Business Administration from an Ivy league University, Consultant, Investor and Entrepreneur. I have 10+ years of experience creating and implementing business plans for Fortune 100 & 500 companies, small businesses, and pre-launch startups, with international experience in USA, Europe, Asia and South America. I have gained experience transitioning through several key roles, including CEO, commercial relationships, investor, and entrepreneur, and I have been in charge of managing budgets of $500 million per year. I worked in Venture Capital, Private Equity, Fund of Funds, Hedge Funds, Consumer Companies, Consulting firms and Technology Firms in 3 continents, investing world wide in 15+ industries, so I know your audience and how they'd like to see the information. If you are looking for a Business Plan, to raise money, get a loan, or any other purpose or a Pitch Deck to contact potential investors, I will deliver an outstanding product that is tailored to your target audience to get the results you are looking for. Let's coordinate a complimentary 15 minutes consultation to see if I'm the best fit for your project. I'm looking forward to supporting your business success Alina