Supply Chain · Analytics · Operations

Khozema
Lokhandwala

Supply Chain Program Manager · 7+ Years

I build data-driven supply chains — from Python scheduling optimizers and BigQuery pipelines to NPI launches and global supplier networks. Currently at Formlabs, managing $35M inventory across 15 Asia-based contract manufacturers.

Performance Metrics

Impact by the Numbers

Key outcomes delivered across supply chain planning, inventory optimization, and operational efficiency.

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OTIF Improvement

On-Time In-Full % over time

Forecast Accuracy

Demand forecast accuracy by quarter

Career History

Work Experience

Formlabs Inc.

Somerville, MA

Supply Chain Program Manager – Hardware Planning

Sep 2024 – Present
  • Own end-to-end supply & demand planning for printers, accessories & Tier 2 components across 15 Asia-based contract manufacturers managing $35M in inventory
  • Designed & deployed a dynamic SKU-Location lead time engine using MRP data integrated with Salesforce & NetSuite — improving OTIF by 60%
  • Led material readiness for 10+ NPI launches, translating engineering releases into supplier forecasts & ramp readiness plans across a multi-sourced global supply base
  • Eliminated $850K in excess & obsolete exposure through consignment renegotiation, refurb redeployment, and lifecycle exit planning
  • Governed planning master data integrity (BOMs, lead times, lifecycle status) in NetSuite & MRP to ensure accurate translation of design intent into supply plans
NetSuiteMRPSalesforcePythonSQL

Supply Chain Planner – Materials & Refurb

Mar 2021 – Sep 2024
  • Directed material planning & production scheduling for in-house resin manufacturing (700+ SKUs, $8.1M inventory) supporting $140M annual revenue
  • Designed an attach-rate forecasting model improving demand forecast accuracy to over 85%
  • Built a supply & demand data pipeline in Google BigQuery (SQL) for 1,000+ SKUs with automated Looker Studio dashboards — adopted across 4 ops functions
  • Deployed a Python (PuLP) optimization engine for blending & packaging operations — improved OTIF to over 90% and increased throughput by 35%
  • Reduced expedited freight costs by 45% through advanced inventory optimization & proactive planning
  • Achieved $900K annual cost savings by improving safety stock models & negotiating MOQ reductions with suppliers
  • Recruited & managed a rotating cohort of 6 interns driving cross-functional project ownership
BigQueryLooker StudioPython PuLPGoogle Apps ScriptSQL

Springs Window Fashions LLC

Middleton, WI

Business Technology Lead – ERP Implementation

Nov 2019 – Feb 2021
  • Led a 15-member cross-functional team to implement Anaplan for global supply planning, replacing IBM MRP — delivered full transformation in 12 months
  • Managed full project lifecycle: Epic & user story definition, model design, UAT testing, and go-live across inventory optimization, demand forecasting & scenario modeling
  • Stepped up as Business Lead when predecessor quit — independently ran demos, scrum ceremonies, and executive presentations
  • Convinced director to adopt a flat BOM architecture by building a simulation in Excel proving performance trade-offs
AnaplanIBM MRPAgileScrum

Supply Chain Analyst

Nov 2018 – Nov 2019
  • Published a SKU segmentation-based planning playbook for 5,000+ SKUs across 6 product lines — improved service levels to 92%
  • Built executive KPI dashboards in PowerApps — cut reporting time by 60% and streamlined cross-functional S&OP reviews
  • Automated manufacturing work order process across 3 plants in US & Mexico using Excel VBA & SQL — saved 10 hrs/week, boosted planner productivity by 80%
  • Built container prioritization model for Chinese New Year planning during COVID supply disruptions
PowerAppsExcel VBASQLPowerBITableau

3M Company

Chelmsford, MA

Supply Chain Analyst

Mar 2018 – Nov 2018
  • Reduced dead inventory by 12% via SKU rationalization in collaboration with product & supply chain teams
  • Developed & deployed Python scripts for SAP data migration supporting ERP business transformation
  • Automated customer order promising using Excel VBA to analyze plant capacity loading — improved On-Time Delivery by 8%
SAPPythonExcel VBASQL

Abiomed Inc.

Danvers, MA

Supplier Engineering Co-op

Jan 2017 – Aug 2017
  • Saved $197,105 by reducing retained parts on 16 components via change impact analysis
  • Achieved $50,000 annual savings by implementing a multi-axis Laser Micrometer eliminating measurement discrepancies across 3 suppliers
  • Conducted big data analysis on freight logistics data using R — drove stockroom & logistics process improvements
TableauRSAP

Work & Academic

Projects

A selection of technical projects spanning supply chain optimization, data engineering, and machine learning.

Featured · Extracurricular

DJS Racing — Formula Student Germany

🏆 3rd Place · Business Plan
📍 Hockenheimring, Germany · 2014👥 25-member team🎓 D.J. Sanghvi College of Engineering

Led the Drivetrain department of DJS Racing — the college's official Formula Student team. Responsible for the complete drivetrain system including the limited slip differential, bearings, half-shafts, CV joints and gear shifter mechanism. Placed 3rd in Business Plan at Formula Student Germany 2014.

SolidWorksANSYSPro-EAutoCADFEA AnalysisDrivetrain Design
▶ Build Process — Prototype Video
⚙️Operations Research

Python PuLP Scheduling Optimizer

Formlabs

Built a linear programming optimizer to sequence resin blending & packaging operations under labor, equipment & changeover constraints. Improved OTIF to over 90% and increased throughput by 35%.

PythonPuLPLinear ProgrammingOperations Research
📊Data Engineering

BigQuery Supply & Demand Pipeline

Formlabs

Built an end-to-end data pipeline for 1,000+ SKUs in Google BigQuery with automated Looker Studio dashboards measuring forecast accuracy and stockout KPIs. Adopted across 4 ops functions.

SQLBigQueryLooker StudioData Pipeline
🔗Planning Systems

Dynamic ATP Lead Time Engine

Formlabs

Designed a SKU-Location lead time engine using MRP data to automate Available-to-Promise calculations, integrated with Salesforce and NetSuite. Improved OTIF by 60%.

MRPSalesforceNetSuiteAutomation
🧠Machine Learning

Airbnb vs TripAdvisor Pricing Engine

Northeastern University

Web-scraped TripAdvisor & Airbnb data using Python, R & web APIs. Applied random forest, k-NN & multivariate regression to identify pricing factors and build a revenue-maximizing recommendation model.

PythonRSQLRandom ForestMachine Learning
💻Full Stack Web App

Trainly.io — E-Learning Platform

Northeastern University

Built a SQL-based web application for a course training startup using PHP, HTML and CSS. Implemented user authentication, course progress tracker, and registration system using triggers, views & joins.

PHPSQLHTMLCSSDatabase Design
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Academic Background

Education

2015 – 2017 · Boston, MA

Master of Science — Operations Research

Northeastern University

GPA 3.6 / 4.0

Relevant Courses

Supply Chain EngineeringData MiningData Management & Database DesignNetwork Analysis & Advanced OptimizationLogistics Warehousing & SchedulingProbabilistic Operations Research

Activities & Leadership

Events Head — INFORMS Student Chapter

2016 – 2017

Led the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences student chapter. Organized keynote speaker events, career development workshops, and networking events for graduate students.

Notable Projects & Achievements

Airbnb vs TripAdvisor Pricing Engine — ML-based revenue optimization model using random forest, k-NN & multivariate regression

Help Cure Cancer — Linear programming model for optimized radiation therapy across 44 beams using AMPL

Optimized SONET Telecom Networks — Integer programming for 63-node and 109-node problems with 0–9.7% optimality gap

Trainly.io — SQL-based e-learning web application built with PHP, HTML & CSS

2011 – 2015 · Mumbai, India

Bachelor of Engineering — Mechanical Engineering

D.J. Sanghvi College of Engineering

First Class with Distinction

Relevant Courses

Operations Research (Elective)Engineering EconomySimulation & OptimizationProbabilistic ModelsMechanical Design & AnalysisInstrumentation & Control

Activities & Leadership

Drivetrain Lead — DJS Racing (FSAE)

2011 – 2014

Led design & development of the complete drivetrain system for a formula-style race car. Competed at Formula Student Germany 2014 at Hockenheimring — placed 3rd in Business Plan Presentation.

Publicity & Events Head — SAE Student Chapter

2011 – 2015

Organized engineering events, workshops and outreach activities for the Society of Automotive Engineers student chapter.

Notable Projects & Achievements

Hybrid Powertrain System — Designed & analyzed a hybrid powertrain coupling a PERM PMG132 PMDC motor to a Royal Enfield 500cc engine

Paper: Applications of Thermoacoustic Technology — National Conference, VIVA Institute of Technology, 2013

Paper: Stealth Technology Review — National Conference, Sinhagad Institute of Technology, 2013

Certifications

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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

KPMG

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Certified Anaplan Model Builder

Anaplan

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Tableau Certified

Tableau / Salesforce

Get In Touch

Let's Talk

I'm open to new opportunities in supply chain leadership, analytics, and operations. Whether you have a role, a project, or just want to connect — my inbox is always open.

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Based in Somerville, MA · Open to remote and hybrid roles