Vrushabh Avalakki

CEO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India4 yrs experience

Key Highlights

Proven track record in optimizing inventory flow.
Expert in managing vendor relationships and negotiations.
Strong analytical skills supporting data-driven decisions.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Supply Chain and Procurement professional with expertise in FMCG and E-Commerce.

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Skills

Core Skills

Supply Chain ManagementVendor ManagementCategory ManagementProcurement

Other Skills

Vendor CoordinationSupply Chain OperationsOrder FulfillmentInventory ManagementStakeholder ManagementSales AnalysisVendor CommunicationsVendor NegotiationSupplier Relationship ManagementPartner Relationship ManagementPurchase RequisitionsMerchandisingSupplier ManagementPurchasing ProcessesPurchasing

About

Results-driven operations and procurement professional with 3.6 years of experience in managing key accounts, optimizing inventory flow, and supporting promotional strategies across FMCG and e-commerce sectors. Proven ability to coordinate national and regional vendor relationships, contribute to sales forecasting, and support category planning to meet commercial targets. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and improving supply chain efficiency. Seeking to leverage my customer insight and operational expertise in a strategic Key Account Management role.

Experience

4 yrs

Total Experience

2 yrs 7 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 5 mos

Current Experience

Zepto

Senior Executive

Dec 2024 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Managed inventory planning and replenishment across key product
categories, ensuring 98%+ product availability for national accounts.
Collaborated with category and brand teams to align stock flow with
marketing campaigns and new product trials.
Supported execution of regional promotional activities, assisting in
business planning, calendar development, and sales analysis.
Liaised with vendors and logistics teams to reduce order lead times
by 15%, ensuring compliance with service level targets.
Prepared weekly reports on order accuracy, fulfillment KPIs, and
demand planning to support cross-functional business reviews.

Vendor CoordinationSupply Chain OperationsOrder FulfillmentInventory ManagementStakeholder ManagementSupply Chain Management+1

Amazon dsp

Operations Associate

Mar 2022 – Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

Managed end-to-end procurement operations, including PR and PO creation, inventory tracking, and vendor communications using internal tools and procurement applications.
Oversaw order tracking and inventory management across multiple marketplaces (US, UK, CA), ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance catalog accuracy and improve customer navigation on the platform.
Acted as a point of contact for stakeholders to ensure seamless category task execution and troubleshoot technical issues in internal tools.
Trained new team members in order management processes and procurement best practices, promoting a collaborative and efficient work environment.
Conducted thorough market research and supplier analysis to support strategic procurement decisions, securing cost-effective and high-quality alternatives.
Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers to ensure product availability and negotiate favorable terms.

Inventory ManagementProcurementVendor Communications

Cognizant

Process Associate

Dec 2021 – Mar 2022 · 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

COGNIZANT, Bangalore, India | DEC 2021 - MAR 2022
Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, aligning with procurement needs and business objectives.
Developed and maintained strong vendor relationships, fostering long-term partnerships and trust.
Resolved disputes with vendors regarding contract terms, pricing discrepancies, and service failures.
Managed vendor onboarding process, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
Assisted in strategic planning to align vendor management with overall business goals.
Supported supply chain management by ensuring vendor reliability and capacity to meet business demands.

Vendor NegotiationSupplier Relationship ManagementVendor Management