Kala Bk

Results-oriented Supply Chain Planning professional with 15+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Inventory Management, S&OP, Material Planning, Production Planning, and Customer Order Fulfilment across Aerospace, Connector, RF Cable Assembly, EMS, and Automotive manufacturing industries. Proven track record of improving inventory performance, reducing lead times, enhancing forecast accuracy, and driving cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Procurement, Manufacturing, Finance, and Global Planning teams. Strong expertise in SAP, MRP, Excel, and Qlik analytics with extensive experience managing high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.

Skilled in supply-demand balancing, inventory optimization, capacity planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Seeking a Manager-level opportunity in Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, or S&OP.

Assistant Manager – Supply Chain Management - RADIALL INDIA PVT LTD - Bangalore, Karnataka, India

(2017-10)

• Lead demand planning and inventory management activities for RF Cable Assemblies and Connector product portfolios.
• Manage forecasting, inventory replenishment, customer demand analysis, and supply planning for more than 1000 SKUs.
• Drive monthly and weekly planning reviews to align demand, supply, and inventory objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Global Planning teams to support S&OP execution.
• Improved inventory performance by reducing Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) through optimized planning strategies.
• Developed KPI dashboards and planning analytics using SAP, Excel, and Qlik to improve decision-making.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) planning, inventory ramp-up, and supply readiness activities.
• Manage customer order fulfilment and delivery commitments while maintaining high service levels.
• Identify supply risks, material shortages, and demand fluctuations and implement mitigation plans.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on lead-time reduction, planning efficiency, and operational excellence.

Production Planner & Training Facilitator - TE CONNECTIVITY INDIA - Bangalore, Karnataka, India

(2013-05 - 2017-10)

• Managed production planning and scheduling activities to support customer delivery requirements.
• Coordinated material availability and production execution to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.
• Supported capacity planning and production prioritization to meet customer demand.
• Worked with Procurement, Operations, and Warehouse teams to resolve material shortages.
• Led root-cause analysis and corrective actions to improve operational performance.
• Standardized planning processes and manufacturing workflows.

Production Supervisor - AMPHENOL INTERCONNECT INDIA - Bangalore, Karnataka, India

(2011-12 - 2012-07)

• Managed daily production activities in an AS9100-certified aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Ensured manpower utilization, quality compliance, and production target achievement.

Production Supervisor - TATA YAZAKI - Bangalore, Karnataka, India

(2010-01 - 2011-11)

• Supervised automotive manufacturing operations and assembly line activities.
• Managed manpower planning, production schedules, and operational efficiency initiatives.

B.Tech - Production Engineering - The Institution of Engineers (India) (2022)

Diploma - Electronics & Communication Engineering - GTTC Polytechnic for Women (2009)

AMIE - The Institution of Engineers (India) (2022)