HARSHAD KHANDARE

• Developed templates for global processes, including Project Sales, Scheduling Agreements, Certificate Orders, Standard Lead Time, and Sales BOM for Releases 1 to 11 in SAP HANA.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to integrate sustainability considerations into supply chain operations, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
• Engaged in extensive client interactions and took on template delivery responsibilities, ensuring sustainable solutions that meet client needs.
• Developed and implemented a strategic template to improve operational efficiency and increase profitability for segments.
• Led cross-functional teams in project execution, achieving successful outcomes within budget and timeline for projects like D2C.
• Understanding End to End flow in ERP & CRM systems
• Implemented supply chain optimization strategies, resulting in cost savings and improved efficiency through template development.
• Provided expert advice and recommendations to segments on supply chain best practices according to global standards.
• Conducted Fit Gap Workshops and User Training sessions for business users, facilitating familiarity with new processes and supporting the resolution of business problems for implementations in SAP HANA as global process to fit across Danfoss Segments.

• Served as internal consultant within technology and business groups by supporting current processes and recommending solutions that reduce costs or extend current capabilities. Provide hands-on support and problem resolution in Order Management, Shipping, Purchasing and Inventory for SAP and Oracle ERP.
• Managed end-to-end supply chain processes, optimizing inventory levels and reducing lead times.
• Implemented demand planning strategies, resulting in 20% reduction in stock-outs.
• Led cross-functional teams to drive cost-saving initiatives, resulting in $1 million in annual savings. Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers, ensuring on-time delivery and quality control.
• Perform project management activities related to implementation and delivery of new global and/or local projects.
• Provide assistance and advice to key process owners in effective use of ERP when required.
• Co-operation with offshore support team for resolution of Supply chain module incidents.
• Involved in Mergers and acquisitions for Cleveland & Raleigh sites.
• Working closely with Management companies like McKinsey Management Consulting & KPMG consulting firm for Sales & supply chain improvement projects.

• Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials and products.
• Handling Analytical problems and providing solutions to a variety of complex situations.
• Implementation of Supply chain modules in Switzerland and Austria.
• Training Switzerland and Austria business users and creating UAT.
• Working with Distribution and Finance modules, plus Contempus (APscanning) and JDE integration with business partners.
• I am responsible for supporting and guiding Business user team in Europe.
• Furthermore working with business users and people outside immediate department. The function may also require some interaction with service providers.

• Recruited to lead a full life cycle implementation at the client site in India and Scandinavia for two different projects.

Client: Statoil Fuel & Retail project:

• Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver multiple projects on time and within budget. ·
• Work closely for delivery of the Supply chain process like Inventory management, warehouse management and P2P for production of the large oil company.
• Work closely and support mergers & acquisitions for selling retail business.
• Creation of a global template for rollouts for Scandinavia, Poland & Baltic countries.
• Providing training templates to core team with different business processes.

Client: KEC International:

• Project scope & responsibilities handling and supporting to merger of the Tower station business globally.
• Drive Project and create High-level Error Handling Document for Tower Station.
• Development, testing, UAT, training, Go-live and Hyper care.
• Working with C-level management to reduce costs and complete the project in given timeline.

• Provided high-quality Management advisory and helped to define delivery workstreams.
• Planned and delivered multi-project demonstrations for clients within the Asia region.
• Working with global clients for Sales and distribution, Inventory management and supporting the merger of company units around the globe and supporting M&A activities.

List of clients handled from 2008 to 2012 :

• Carson Cumberbatch PLC (Sri Lanka & Indonesia)
• Good Hope Asia Holdings Ltd ( Singapore & Malaysia)
• Plethico Pharmaceuticals Limited (India)
• TOPSGRUP (India)

• Developed and implemented functional requirements for clients, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Led training sessions and provided ongoing support to end users, ensuring successful adoption of new systems.
• Conducted system testing and resolved any issues or defects, ensuring seamless implementation for clients.