Vikram Patil

Results-driven Supply Chain & Material Planning professional with 22+ years of experience in the Automotive Manufacturing industry. Proven expertise in Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L), Supply Chain Management, Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, Import/Export Management, SAP/ERP Implementation, and Production Planning. Demonstrated success in optimizing inventory, improving logistics efficiency, reducing operational costs, and leading large cross-functional teams.

Strong background in SAP MM/PP/SD, JIT, Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, and customer-focused supply chain operations.

Manager – Material Planning & Logistics - Lear Automotive India Pvt. Ltd. - Pune

(2022-04)

Lead end-to-end material planning and logistics operations.

• Manage inventory, warehouse, transportation, and customer dispatches.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders for uninterrupted production.
• Drive supply chain optimization and cost reduction initiatives.

Manager – MP&L - Endurance Technologies Ltd. - Pune

(2020-05 - 2022-04)

• Managed production planning, material procurement, and inventory control.
• Improved supply chain responsiveness and delivery performance.
• Ensured optimal inventory levels while supporting production requirements.

Manager – MP&L - Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. - Pune

(2016-11 - 2020-05)

• Led a team of over 160 direct and indirect associates.
• Managed warehouse operations, logistics, and customer service functions.
• Achieved customer satisfaction scores above 90%.
• Conducted operational reviews and implemented cost-saving initiatives.

Manager – MP&L - Kongsberg Automotive India Pvt. Ltd. - Pune

(2012-10 - 2016-10)

• Managed material planning and logistics activities.
• Implemented inventory control systems and warehouse improvements.
• Led SAP master data and ERP implementation activities.

Assistant Manager – MP&L - Cosma International India Pvt. Ltd. - Pune

(2010-09 - 2012-09)

• Managed production planning and inventory management.
• Coordinated logistics and customer dispatch operations.
• Supported SAP implementation and process improvements.

In-Charge – MP&L - Mubea Suspension India Ltd. - Pune

(2000-09 - 2010-09)

• Handled material planning, warehouse management, and logistics.
• Managed import/export documentation and transportation activities.
• Supported ERP implementation and supply chain optimization.

MLM - Material & Logistics Management - Arihant Education Foundation, Pune University (2013)

Bachelor of Arts - Hindi - Mumbai University (1999)