Salil Jain

Program Manager

Pune, Maharashtra, India7 yrs 11 mos experience
AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • Achieved 50% reduction in logistics turnaround time.
  • Scaled D2C business to 30% month-over-month growth.
  • Enabled 45% year-over-year revenue growth through structured planning.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Supply Chain and Operations Management expert with a focus on Digital Transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Operational ExcellenceProgram ManagementDigital TransformationSupply Chain ManagementOperational StrategyLogistics ManagementBusiness StrategyUniversity TeachingCommunicationTeaching

Other Skills

People ManagementBusiness TransformationSix Sigma Green BeltProcess ExcellenceImplementation ExperienceFinanceReporting & AnalysisContinuous ImprovementConsultingBRDsWarehouse OperationsInventory ManagementDemand PlanningE-commerce OptimizationSupply Chain Operations

About

I specialise in stabilising complex operations and scaling them through structured planning, PMO governance, and data-driven execution especially in fast-growing or high-ambiguity environments. What I typically own • End-to-end operations and execution frameworks • Operating model & process design (As-Is → To-Be) • Central PMO & program governance for leadership • S&OP, supply chain optimisation, and capacity planning • Cost, productivity, and efficiency improvement charters Impact • Drove 50% reduction in logistics TAT through workflow redesign and automation • Scaled a D2C business to 30% MoM growth while delivering 23% EBITDA • Reduced S&OP and maintenance costs by 70% and machine downtime by 50% • Achieved <1% inventory variance and >99.5% delivery performance across multi-city ops • Enabled 45% YoY revenue growth through structured planning, reviews, and governance I’m known for bringing clarity, aligning cross-functional teams, and converting strategy into predictable, scalable execution.

Experience

7 yrs 11 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 7 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 6 mos
Current Experience

Solarsquare energy

Senior Program Manager

Dec 2024Present · 1 yr 6 mos · Pune District, Maharashtra, India · On-site

People ManagementBusiness TransformationOperational ExcellenceProgram Management

Shopup

Operations Design lead

Jul 2023Dec 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

  • Spearheaded FTL operations enhancement (Digital Transformation Project) at Redx (Logistics BU).
  • Formulated an operation improvement charter through comprehensive monthly analysis.
  • Established a centralised SOP repository on Google Site for streamlined access.
Six Sigma Green BeltProgram ManagementDigital TransformationProcess ExcellenceImplementation ExperienceFinance+5

Nurture.farm

Associate Growth Manager

Sep 2021Jul 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Led end-to-end supply chain design and system implementation (WMS & TMS) across 3 business units, enabling scalable and standardized operations
  • Owned centralized spare parts planning and procurement governance, managing ~₹30 Cr annual inventory budget across multi-warehouse network
  • Built demand planning, inventory governance, and replenishment frameworks, improving service reliability and optimizing working capital
  • Led final PO validation and release prior to finance approval, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts, cost efficiency, and inventory optimization
  • Drove process standardization and system-driven controls, achieving <0.3% stock-outs and 0% inventory variance
  • Delivered ~70% reduction in spare parts cost and ~50% improvement in equipment uptime through data-driven inventory and planning strategies
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams (operations, product, engineering) to drive supply chain digitization and process automation
Warehouse OperationsInventory ManagementDemand PlanningDigital TransformationOperational StrategyE-commerce Optimization+2

Udaan.com

Zonal Operational Excellence Analyst

Dec 2019Sep 2021 · 1 yr 9 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Owned end-to-end operational efficiency and unit economics for pharma supply chain operations across 8 cities in West & South India
  • Managed ~18,000 SKUs across multi-city pharma supply chain, owning end-to-end lifecycle from procurement to delivery and returns
  • Drove improvements across inbound, warehousing, and last-mile logistics, enhancing throughput and operational reliability
  • Maintained 99.5% delivery accuracy (OTIF) and <0.5% inventory variance through process optimization and execution governance
  • Led cross-functional coordination across procurement, warehouse, and logistics teams to ensure seamless execution across the supply chain
  • Identified inefficiencies through data analysis and implemented process improvements to optimize cost, speed, and service quality
Supply Chain ManagementLogistics ManagementInventory Managementoperations excellenceMySQLMicrosoft Excel+3

Cadila pharmaceuticals limited

Assistant Manager- CMD's Office

Jul 2018Dec 2019 · 1 yr 5 mos · Greater Ahmedabad Area · On-site

  • Worked directly with executive leadership (CMD’s Office) to drive strategic planning, CAPEX governance, and business performance tracking across a large-scale pharmaceutical business
  • Managed end-to-end CAPEX project tracking and governance, ensuring alignment with business priorities, timelines, and investment efficiency
  • Built and owned daily business reporting systems and dashboards, enabling data-driven decision-making at leadership level
  • Conducted root cause analysis (RCA) and ad-hoc strategic analysis to identify performance gaps and recommend corrective actions
  • Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders across operations, finance, and business teams to ensure execution of strategic initiatives
  • Supported leadership in program management and review mechanisms, improving visibility, accountability, and execution discipline
Business StrategyStrategic PlanningProgram ManagementStakeholder ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisSAP Business Warehouse (SAP BW)+1

Gateforum

Visiting Faculty

Aug 2016Mar 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India · On-site

  • Served as visiting faculty for GATE Forum, teaching chemical engineering across 5 cities.
Teaching

Indian institute of technology, guwahati

Teaching Assistant

May 2016May 2018 · 2 yrs · Guwahati, Assam, India · On-site

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist the professor with preparing course materials, including lecture notes, assignments, and exams.
  • Provide one-on-one or group tutoring to students, addressing their questions and academic needs.
  • Grade assignments, exams, and provide constructive feedback to students.
  • Attend lectures and meetings as required, and assist in coordinating guest lectures or special events.
  • Ensure a positive and inclusive classroom environment, addressing any student concerns or issues in a timely manner.
CommunicationProgram ManagementUniversity TeachingAnalytical SkillsLeadershipPython (Programming Language)+2

Education

Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati

Master of Technology (MTech) — Material science and technology

Jan 2016Jan 2018

Samrat Ashok Technological Institute

Bachelor of Engineering - BE — petrochemical

Jan 2011Jan 2015

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