Headline

14+ yrs in supply chain mgmt, PhD researcher post-MBA in SCM. Building AI-Driven Planning Systems That Reduce Risk & Increase Velocity Supply Chain Planning Manager | Digital Transformation & AI-Enabled Planning |

About

I help organizations navigate the complexity of Supply Chain Planning (SCP) by blending digital transformation, AI-driven planning, and analyst insights. My focus is on enabling planning managers and leaders to turn research into action — Gartner quadrants, ISG buyers guides, IDC MarketScapes — translated into practical strategies Primary research areas are Supply Chain Analytics, Healthcare Operations Management, Supply Chain Planning and Scheduling, Inventory Modeling & Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Prescriptive Analytics, and Optimization. From scenario planning to ERP integration, I’ve worked across the SCP lifecycle: demand forecasting, supply balancing, inventory optimization, and S&OP. I specialize in connecting the dots between technology (SAP IBP, Kinaxis, o9, Blue Yonder, OMP) and business outcomes — reducing forecast error, improving agility, and delivering ROI in real-world implementations My content and research simplify the noise: mascots, visuals, and storytelling that make complex analyst reports relatable. If you’re a supply chain leader, analyst, or practitioner looking for authentic insights on SCP transformation, you’ll find both depth and clarity here for 1. Supply Chain Planning (SCP) 2. Integrated Business Planning (IBP) 3. Digital Transformation 4. AI & Machine Learning in Supply Chains 5. ERP & SCP Integration (SAP IBP, Kinaxis, o9, Blue Yonder, OMP) 6. Scenario Planning & S&OP 7. Forecast Accuracy Improvement 8. Change Management in Supply Chains 9. Supply Chain Analytics & Decision Intelligence 10. Learning & Development (Coaching SCP Teams)

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

anthropic apis

claude code

gemini

kimi

midjourney

Work experience

Senior Education Architect (o9 Platform Specialist) at o9 Solutions, Inc., Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Demonstrated advanced proficiency in the O9 Platform, serving as a subject matter expert (SME) in the Planning domain, with comprehensive knowledge of the Reference Product. Applied in-depth understanding to design and deliver high-impact solutions. Leveraged expertise in supply chain planning concepts and complementary functions (e.g., SAP, Oracle Demantra) to enhance training programs and customer engagements across industries. Strategized content and learning path designs to address training needs for internal teams, partners, and clients. Led and mentored a team of Education Architects, fostering collaboration with SME teams to expand the knowledge base. Drove knowledge-sharing sessions, ensuring active participation from all team members. Partnered with Training Managers to enhance workshop initiatives, tailoring content to audiences of varying expertise levels. Assessed customer training needs to develop customized training plans and curricula for Digital Enablement engagements. Established documentation standards and knowledge repositories, guiding junior Education Architects to contribute high-quality content. Utilized expertise in databases (SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle), Data Analytics, Cloud technologies, and programming languages to support O9 Platform implementations and training. Key Achievements Strategized and implemented learning paths that increased training adoption by X% among internal teams, partners, and customers. Developed industry-specific business cases for supply chain planning, resulting in enhanced customer engagement and solution adoption. Relevant Skills Platforms & Tools: o9 Platform (Planning, Integration, Data Science), JDA/BY, Kinaxis, Anaplan, SAP, Oracle Demantra Technical Expertise: Oracle, Data Analytics, Cloud Technologies, Programming Languages Domains: Supply Chain Planning, Digital Enablement, Business Case Development Soft Skills: Leadership, Mentorship, Collaboration, Communication, Workshop Facilitation

Education And Training at o9 Solutions, Inc., Oct 2022 - Jan 2025 · 2 yrs 4 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Education Architect - Technical Educator O9 Solutions | AI-powered Platform October 2022 – Present | Bangalore, India As an Education Architect at O9 Solutions, I collaborate closely with Product Development and Consulting Services SMEs to design and implement a comprehensive training framework for the o9 Platform. My role involves creating targeted course agendas, assessing training requirements, and ensuring an exceptional learning experience for all workshop participants. Here are some key highlights: Conducting instructor-led workshops for internal hires, partners, and customers. Coordinating the deployment of necessary assets and workshop registration. Serving as a liaison between Education Services and reporting managers in Professional Services, R&D, and Support. Working alongside Learning Architects and Instructional Designers to enhance and update course materials. Providing valuable feedback on technical and functional skills to respective reporting managers. My passion for teaching and knowledge-sharing drives me to empower learners and contribute to the success of our platform.

Associate Consultant at Cosmos Strategy Consultants, Sep 2021 - Oct 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos

Research Associate at SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Sep 2017 - Oct 2021 · 4 yrs 2 mos, Developed course materials, learner journey maps, and assessment rubrics for executive and postgraduate programs — adopted institute-wide. Designed ERP-based study materials and delivered guest lectures for Executive MBA programs; standardized documentation practices across academic programs.

Planning Associate at Mahindra Group, Jan 2015 - Aug 2017 · 2 yrs 8 mos, Managed aftermarket demand forecasting and inventory planning using SAP MM; analyzed safety stock, reorder points, and procurement lead times — supply chain operational credibility underpinning all education design.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Business Administration and Management, General, K J Somaiya Institute of Management

Scm, Indian Institute of Management Mumbai