Diwakar Kanathe — Operations Associate
Operations leader with a decade of experience building and scaling supply chain, warehouse, and quick-commerce operations across India. I specialize in creating stable, high-performing operations that deliver speed, accuracy, and customer satisfaction—even under peak pressure and rapid growth. As a Warehouse Manager at Shiprocket, I lead large-format fulfillment operations, managing people, processes, and performance across multiple shifts. My focus is on execution excellence—driving SLA adherence, inventory accuracy, manpower productivity, and seamless last-mile coordination. I believe strong operations are built through clear SOPs, disciplined teams, real-time visibility, and continuous improvement. My journey spans dark stores (Blinkit), omnichannel inventory leadership (IZI), B2B FMCG distribution at scale (ElasticRun), and retail operations with Reliance Retail and Relaxo Footwear. This cross-functional exposure allows me to view operations holistically—from supplier inbound to customer doorstep. What defines my leadership: • Strong ownership of end-to-end operations • Calm, structured decision-making under pressure • Team-first leadership with clear accountability • Deep focus on inventory health and process discipline • Data-backed RCA and continuous improvement mindset With an MBA in International Business, I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution. I am passionate about building teams, improving systems, and scaling operations sustainably. 📍 Open to Operations Head, Supply Chain Lead, Warehouse Head, Fulfillment Manager, or Regional Operations roles 🤝 Happy to connect with leaders, recruiters, and organizations focused on operational excellence.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a logistics and supply chain operations expert with a strong focus on e-commerce and retail management.
Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Experience: 8 yrs 9 mos
Skills
- Operations Management
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Supply Chain Management
- Retail Management
- Sales Management
- Logistics Management
- Order Fulfillment
Career Highlights
- Over a decade of experience in operations leadership.
- Expert in scaling supply chain and warehouse operations.
- Proven track record of improving inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
Work Experience
Hyperpure by Zomato
FC Operations - Assistant Manager (3 mos)
Shiprocket
Senior Manager - Warehouse Operations (10 mos)
Blinkit
Dark Store Operations (11 mos)
IZI
Senior Inventory Manager (1 yr)
ElasticRun
Warehouse Manager (2 yrs 8 mos)
RELAXO FOOTWEARS LIMITED
Retail Store Manager (2 yrs 2 mos)
Reliance Retail
Retail Store Manager (1 yr 1 mo)
Ondoor Concepts Private Limited
Team Leader (2 yrs 8 mos)
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Sagar Institute of Research & Technology, Opp. Sagar Estates, Ayodhya Nagar, By Pass Road, Bhopal-462041
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) at Vivekanand Science College, Betul