Sameer Jain
About Sameer Jain
Sameer Jain is a Senior Director of Professional Services at Kinaxis, with extensive experience in supply chain management and consulting. He has held various leadership roles in notable companies and possesses advanced degrees in Industrial Engineering and Supply Chain Management.
Work at Kinaxis
Sameer Jain has been serving as the Senior Director of Professional Services at Kinaxis since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing professional services and ensuring the successful implementation of solutions for clients. His position is based in Delhi, India, where he leads initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain management practices.
Previous Experience
Before joining Kinaxis, Sameer Jain held several significant positions in the supply chain and consulting sectors. He worked at Bosch as a Senior Consultant from 1997 to 2000. Following this, he spent 12 years at JDA Software as Director of Supply Chain Management and SaaS Services from 2000 to 2012. He also served as General Manager and Head of IT at HomeShop18 from 2012 to 2014, and as Senior Director and Head of Supply Chain Practice at HCL Technologies from 2014 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Sameer Jain holds a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering. He also studied Mechanical Engineering at Delhi College of Engineering, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering. Additionally, he achieved the Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) designation from APICS, highlighting his expertise in supply chain management.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Sameer Jain has a proven track record in implementing Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), and Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) strategies. His work has primarily focused on Fortune 100 companies, where he has successfully led initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
Mentorship and Development
Sameer Jain is actively engaged in developing young talent within the industry. He has served as an Academic Advisor at the Indian Institute of Management Udaipur from 2013 to 2014. He stays updated with the latest trends in academic research, particularly in forecasting and supply chain management, indicating his commitment to continuous learning and mentorship.