Pratik Prajapati

Dynamic and highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer & Material Management Specialist with over 12 years of international experience in power distribution, petrochemicals, and large-scale supply chain management. Demonstrated expertise in energy audits, renewable energy systems, ERP implementation (Oracle Cloud, SAP S/4 Hana, INFOR), and warehouse automation (barcoding, RFID). Adept at cross-functional project management, inventory optimization, and team leadership under strict deadlines.

Currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Computer Science (AI & ML) to integrate advanced analytics into industrial operations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Manager – Material Management Department

Indorama Eleme Petrochemical Limited, Port Harcourt, Nigeria | Sep 2020 – Present

• End-to-end planning of inventory from purchase requisition to final delivery, ensuring smooth material flow across the supply chain.
• Defined inventory parameters and targets; calculated and maintained safety stock, reorder points, lot sizes, lead times, and replenishment strategies using ABC/XYZ and lifecycle-based analysis.
• Conducted multi-scenario simulations to optimize inventory turns, on-time delivery (OTD), and inbound freight costs.
• Released purchase requisitions and initiated purchase orders aligned with customer requirements; monitored supplier acknowledgments, dispatches, customs clearance, and local transportation.
• Expedited purchase orders to minimize backlog, identified root causes of delays, and implemented recovery plans.
• Monitored goods receipt, managed inbound nonconformance reports, and resolved supplier discrepancies to ensure seamless operations.
• Performed regular inventory sanity checks; analyzed short, excess, and obsolete inventory and initiated corrective actions.
• Conducted supplier performance evaluations, created periodic performance reports, and implemented continuous improvement plans to enhance on-time delivery and reduce lead time.
• Spearheaded inventory optimization & automation for a $100M+ inventory; implemented barcoding & RFID systems achieving near-zero human error.
• Core Team Member for SAP S/4 Hana Implementation and Oracle Cloud Migration, enabling real-time supply chain visibility.
• Key Projects: Heat Recovery Steam Generator & Granulator Unit – end-to-end material management & inventory reconciliation.
• Infor Maintenance Tool Upgrade – introduced advanced maintenance analytics.

Electrical Engineer (Grade-II)

Uttar Gujarat Vij Company Limited (Gujarat Electricity Board), India | Feb 2013 – Sep 2020

• Led T&D loss reduction programs, improving distribution efficiency across North Gujarat.
• Implemented solar rooftop & pump installations under Gujarat Govt.’s “Surya Gujarat” initiative.
• Managed disaster response & rapid restoration of power during cyclones & floods.
• Supervised audits, contractor operations, and Oracle ERP-based material inventory management.

EDUCATION

• Master of Science in Computer Science (AI & ML) – Woolf University, UK (Ongoing)

• Advanced Program in Data Science – IIM Calcutta
• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) – Government Engineering College Modasa, India (2012)

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Distribution Transformer Training – Rural Electrification Corporation Ltd., Hyderabad

• Material Management Training – IIMM, Vadodara
• Leadership Training – IIM Bangalore
• Best Job in Disaster & Cyclone Power Restoration; T&D Loss Reduction Recognition