Hard Skills

• Supply chain optimization
• End-to-end supply chain management
• Demand planning
• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Inventory management
• Forecasting and replenishment
• Logistics management
• Distribution planning
• Warehouse operations
• Production planning
• Procurement and sourcing
• Vendor management
• Supplier relationship management
• Contract negotiation
• Cost reduction and savings initiatives

Technical Proficiencies

• ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
• MRP/DRP systems
• WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
• TMS (Transportation Management Systems)
• Data analytics and reporting
• Power BI / Tableau
• Inventory optimization tools
• RFID and barcode systems
• EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)

Soft Skills

• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic planning
• Analytical thinking
• Problem solving
• Decision making
• Leadership and team management
• Stakeholder management
• Negotiation skills
• Change management
• Communication and presentation

Industry & Domain Knowledge

• Lean supply chain principles
• Just-in-time (JIT) inventory
• Continuous improvement
• Risk management and mitigation
• Global sourcing and procurement
• International logistics
• Customs compliance and trade regulations
• Incoterms
• Quality management
• Sustainability in supply chain

Industry Certifications

• APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management)
• APICS CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• APICS CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution)
• ISM CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
• Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt
• PMP (Project Management Professional)

Action Verbs

• Optimized
• Streamlined
• Implemented
• Negotiated
• Reduced
• Coordinated
• Led
• Analyzed
• Forecasted
• Improved
• Standardized
• Monitored
• Developed
• Executed
• Collaborated