Akshay Sharma
About Akshay Sharma
Akshay Sharma is a Manager in Supply Chain and Operations at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2021. He has over 10 years of experience in consulting and industry, specializing in supply chain transformation and procurement strategy.
Work at KPMG Australia
Akshay Sharma has been working at KPMG Australia since 2021 as a Manager in Supply Chain and Operations. In this role, he focuses on supply chain transformation engagements, which include the design and implementation of supply chain strategies. His responsibilities involve integrated Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and key enabling processes such as demand, supply, and dispatch planning. His experience at KPMG contributes to the firm's capabilities in enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness in supply chain management.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to his current position, Akshay Sharma held various roles in supply chain management. He worked at Woolworths Group as a Program Specialist in Procurement for two months in 2019. He served as a Procurement Leader at Suncorp Group from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at EY as a Manager in Business Advisory focused on Performance Improvement from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, he was a Manager in Strategic Sourcing at Tata Motors from 2011 to 2016, and he began his career at Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd. as a Senior Executive in Sales.
Education and Expertise
Akshay Sharma holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from Nagpur University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He also attended the Goa Institute of Management, completing his studies from 2009 to 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in supply chain management, procurement strategy, and operational efficiency. He specializes in Route-to-Market business strategy and sales effectiveness improvement, along with procurement category management.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Akshay Sharma has over 10 years of experience in consulting and industry across various sectors, including FMCG, financial services, retail, automobile, and healthcare. His skills include IT enablement of critical business processes, control tower implementation for performance management, and procurement planning. He is experienced in distribution network restructuring and capacity optimization, which are essential for enhancing supply chain performance.
Achievements in Supply Chain Transformation
Throughout his career, Akshay Sharma has been involved in significant supply chain transformation initiatives. His focus on the design and implementation of supply chain strategies has contributed to improved operational effectiveness in various organizations. He emphasizes procurement strategy and implementation, ensuring that businesses can optimize their supply chain processes and achieve better performance outcomes.