Deepak Gaykar
About Deepak Gaykar
Deepak Gaykar is a Senior Associate in Supply Chain Management at Black Box, with a background in procurement and inventory management. He has previously held positions at GEP Worldwide, Orange Business Services, and International Industrial Springs, and holds an MBA in Operations Research.
Work at Black Box
Deepak Gaykar has been employed at Black Box as a Senior Associate in Supply Chain Management since 2022. In this role, he specializes in invoice processing, resolving related queries, and validating purchase requisitions. His responsibilities include ensuring smooth order placement and coordinating delivery with suppliers. His position at Black Box builds on his previous experience in supply chain roles, allowing him to apply his knowledge effectively in a dynamic environment.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before joining Black Box, Deepak Gaykar worked at GEP Worldwide as a Purchase Specialist for eight months in Navi Mumbai. His role involved procurement processes and supplier management. Prior to that, he served as a Supply Chain Analyst at Orange Business Services for two years, where he focused on optimizing inventory data analysis. His earlier experience includes a position as a Supply Chain Management Intern at Larsen and Toubro and a role as a Tool Room Engineer at International Industrial Springs.
Education and Expertise
Deepak Gaykar holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Operations Research from Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from Smt. Kashibai Navale College of Engineering, graduating in 2015. His foundational education includes a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) in Science from The South Indian Association College of Higher Education, completed in 2011.
Skills in Supply Chain Processes
Deepak Gaykar possesses expertise in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for supply chain processes, particularly in the EMEA and AEJ regions. He has detailed knowledge of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) related to customer onboarding. His skills also include managing inventory based on requirements and coordinating with warehouse teams to facilitate efficient inbound and outbound goods movement.
Specialization in Procurement and Inventory Management
Deepak Gaykar specializes in the procurement of SDWAN and Non-SDWAN parts. He focuses on optimizing inventory data analysis to reduce costs and enhance supply chain solutions, particularly for the US region. His ability to resolve queries related to invoice processing and validate purchase requisitions contributes to his effectiveness in supply chain management.