Het Naik
About Het Naik
Het Naik is the Director of Global Supply Chain Strategy & Capabilities at SC Johnson, known for his expertise in logistics operations and digital transformation initiatives.
Title: Director Global Supply Chain Strategy & Capabilities
As the Director of Global Supply Chain Strategy & Capabilities at SC Johnson, Het Naik plays a pivotal role in implementing strategic plans that enhance logistics operations and improve customer service metrics. His responsibilities include overseeing comprehensive logistics operations and spearheading digital transformation initiatives that streamline warehouse operations and improve demand and supply planning.
Educational Background
Het Naik holds a Master of Science in Industrial & Systems Engineering from San Jose State University. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Instrumentation & Control Engineering from Sarvajanik College of Engineering & Technology. His academic background has provided a solid foundation for his extensive experience in supply chain management and optimization.
Professional Experience
Het Naik has a robust career history in supply chain management. Before his current role at SC Johnson, he served as Director, Supply Chain at Peak 5 Supply Chain from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he worked as Senior Manager, Supply Chain & Network Optimization at U.S. Silica Company in Chicago, Illinois from 2017 to 2018. His long tenure at Univar Solutions from 2011 to 2017 as a Senior Supply Chain Manager further honed his skills. Earlier roles include Lean Manufacturing Engineer at Cellotape-Landmark Label and Process Improvement Lead at Lockheed Martin.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
In his career, Het Naik has been instrumental in driving performance objectives through strategic planning and execution. At SC Johnson, he implemented a digital transformation initiative that streamlined warehouse operations and improved both demand and supply planning. He also led a strategic sourcing project that resulted in significant cost savings and enhanced procurement processes. His work has consistently enhanced S&OP processes, leading to better alignment between supply chain and business objectives.
Expertise in Supply Chain Optimization
Het Naik is known for his extensive experience in collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment. His approach has been instrumental in optimizing supply chain operations across various roles. His ability to develop and execute operational plans has enabled growth and driven organizational success. Naik's creative and competitive instincts have set him apart as a key player in the field of supply chain management.