Annikka Kumar — Operations Associate
I am a supply chain and procurement professional with a B-Tech in Chemical Engineering from VIT Vellore and a MBA from BITS Pilani, with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, currently working as Assistant Manager – Materials Procurement & Supply Chain at Becton Dickinson (BD India), a Fortune 500 medical technology leader. My expertise lies in sourcing, planning, procurement, negotiations, inventory optimization, and supplier management, with proven achievements in driving cost savings, contract negotiations, and process improvements. Key highlights include reducing Days Inventory Outstanding by 3 days (US$ K savings), leading supplier localization projects under Make in India initiative, and delivering US$ K savings through MRO optimization / Kaizen initiatives, Digital tools & technology adoption including SAP ERP uses / Coupa for in-direct procurement. Previously, I contributed to R&D and New Product Development / Initiative at BD Technology Campus, where I led packaging innovations, digital tool implementation (AI/ML reporting), and vendor management. This dual experience across R&D and supply chain strengthens my ability to align innovation with operational excellence. Recognized with awards such as Young Engineer of the Year 2023, I am also a certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, proficient in SAP, Coupa, PPDS, and data analytics. I thrive in cross-functional roles, driving results while fostering collaboration, inclusion, and sustainable growth. I’ve managed cross-functional projects, driven Kaizen improvements, and supported global supply networks. I combine data-driven decision-making with strong stakeholder management, cultural engagement, and a “People, Planet & Society” mindset. Open to challenging opportunities that align purpose with performance. Driving CARE and Sustainability initiative, Sahyog program (supplier collaboration SRM program) and Vision 2030 launch and facilitator at Plant. Feel free to reach out
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Supply Chain and Procurement professional in the Healthcare industry.
Location: Gurugram, Haryana, India
Experience: 4 yrs 7 mos
Skills
- Procurement
- Supply Chain Management
- Product Development
- Project Management
- Product Design
- Business Development
- Marketing Management
- Public Relations
- Lean Six Sigma
- People Management
- Marketing
- Plant Operations
Career Highlights
- Reduced Days Inventory Outstanding by 3 days
- Led supplier localization projects under Make in India
- Recognized as Young Engineer of the Year 2023
Work Experience
BD
Assistant Manager - Materials Planning Procurement, SCM (1 yr 8 mos)
Design Engineer - R&D (1 yr 1 mo)
Graduate Engineer Trainee (1 yr)
SalesCode.ai
Last Semester Intern - Business Development Analyst (4 mos)
Merck Life Science
Summer Intern - Marketing (1 mo)
Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers
Summer Intern - Six Sigma YB Certification (2 mos)
SkillShip Foundation
Co-Director Publicity & Media - University Student Chapter (4 mos)
Manager Events, PR and PnM - University Student Chapter (6 mos)
Avery Dennison
Summer Intern - Supply Chain Management, planning (2 mos)
Riviera, VIT University
Guest Care volunteer - University Fest (1 mo)
BD
Summer Intern - Plant SCM, Operations & Quality (1 mo)
AIChE - American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Core Committee member - University Student Chapter (10 mos)
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
Bachelor of Technology - BTech at Vellore Institute of Technology
