Prajwal Raykar

Results-driven Spare Parts & Inventory Manager with 8+ years of experience across automotive dealerships and regulated pharmaceutical warehousing environments. Proven expertise in inventory optimization, ERP-driven stock control, supplier negotiation, and warehouse compliance management. Strong track record of improving stock accuracy, reducing costs, and enhancing parts availability to support uninterrupted service operations.

Spare Parts Manager - MNG Automobiles Pvt. Ltd. - Verna, India

(2022-04)

• Lead end-to-end spare parts and after-sales inventory operations for 1,000+ SKUs, maintaining 90–98% stock availability through structured demand forecasting and optimized stock planning.
• Reduced procurement costs by 12% and shortened delivery lead time by 7 days through strategic vendor negotiation and supplier coordination.
• Cleared 80% dead stock by implementing counter sales initiatives and inventory liquidation strategies, improving working capital efficiency.
• Implemented warranty tracking system to strengthen claim management accuracy and reduce processing delays.
• Conduct monthly stock audits and compliance reviews, achieving 98% stock match accuracy and resolving discrepancies proactively.
• Coordinate closely with service and collision departments to ensure timely parts fulfillment and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Supervise dealership parts operations and lead cross-functional team collaboration to streamline warehouse workflows.

Officer – Stores - Indoco Remedies Ltd. - Verna, India

(2018-01 - 2022-02)

• Managed receipt, quarantine, and documentation of raw and packing materials, processing daily GRNs within regulated warehouse environment.
• Ensured full compliance with USFDA, MHRA, TEVA, and TGA audit standards, maintaining zero critical audit findings.
• Improved stock verification accuracy to 97% through systematic control procedures and structured warehouse zoning (approved/rejected areas).
• Coordinated with QA/QC, procurement, and production teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow for manufacturing operations.
• Mentored junior staff and strengthened process adherence across inventory control functions.

Account Assistant cum Inventory Controller - Oscar Hospitality Concept - Margao, India

(2017-01 - 2018-05)

• Reduced stockouts by 30% by analyzing sales trends and optimizing procurement planning.
• Managed supplier invoices, GST filings, and petty cash operations ensuring financial accuracy.
• Maintained optimal inventory levels and strengthened reporting efficiency through structured tracking processes.

Account Assistant - NHB Agro Pvt. Ltd. - Ponda, India

(2016-01 - 2016-12)

• Handled GRNs, billing, and warehouse stock reorganization to improve inventory accuracy.

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance - GVM's College of Commerce & Economics (2011-01 - 2014-12)