Prakruti Brahmbhatt
21 Garmarada Avenue,Bungarribee,NSW
Summary
An accomplished executive with expertise in operations, logistics, finance, and business development. Expanded global organizations through strategic decision-making and goal achievement. As a persuasive communicator and team collaborator, proven track record of streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency in finance. As a versatile Inventory Specialist, excel in problem-solving, project coordination, and administrative leadership, with strong skills in inventory management, audits, and documentation. Succeeded in building positive relationships with carriers and am adept at route planning and shipment methods.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Refurb Project & Inventory Management
Samsung Australia
01.2021 - 04.2025
- Manage the RB operations team, overseeing stock valued at over $60 million.
- Provide 0.05% to 0.08% seed stock based on contract terms.
- Administer the Carrier RB Swap Programs, forecasting sufficient inventory availability at carriers for daily requirements.
- Maintain a high level of accuracy in inventory records through regular cycle counts and reconciliation efforts.
- Manage internal and external stakeholders, closely monitoring costs and prioritizing requirements within set timeframes.
- Oversee client relationships, including Telstra, Optus, Vodafone, Assurant, and the entire WRU.
- Manage courier relationships, handling billing, queries, and escalations, ensuring correct billing according to commercial agreements.
- Serve as account manager for DHL, Australia Post, and Star Track, overseeing contract management and monthly billing to ensure seamless operations and financial accuracy.
- Achieve cost reductions in procurement activities through skilled negotiation tactics for contracts.
- Manage the milk run logistics program, coordinating the pick-up and delivery of faulty/repaired devices between stores and central repair locations across Australia, using three transporters: Direct Courier, FRF Courier, and DB Schenker.
- Oversee pricing strategies for Out-of-Warranty (OOW) services across all service centers and the website, covering mobile, tablet, and wearable devices for 30+ stores.
- Implement rigorous quality control checks to minimize instances of damaged or defective products in inventory.
- Record information on shortages and discrepancies to maintain current and accurate records.
- Manage Australia Post accounts, addressing account issues, modifications, tracking issues, and LIT concerns.
- Validate milk run courier driver timesheets for billing purposes and process them monthly.
- Verify and process all Australia Post, Star Track, DHL, and 3PL invoices in a timely manner.
- Assist the sales team by providing accurate product availability information to ensure prompt customer service.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cost-saving measures in procurement and logistics processes.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Assistant Manager of Finance & Business Support
Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed accounts receivable and collections, providing weekly updates to the Finance Manager.
- Handled financial reporting, data entry, and record maintenance.
- Oversaw invoice reconciliation and communication with vendors, guests, colleagues, and owners.
- Supervised accounts payable operations, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and other financial transactions.
- Assisted in balancing daily transfers to the city ledger and updating the accounts receivable system.
- Conducted monthly credit card reconciliation and managed staff expenses.
- Supported month-end and year-end preparation and processes, including reconciliation of the General Ledger and Balance Sheet.
- Prepared month-end reporting, profit and loss accounts, BAS, and owner's profit cheques for the Finance Manager.
- Supervised daily operations to meet performance, quality, and service expectations.
- Provided timely administrative support, addressing daily requirements as needed.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts and reduce overhead costs.
Finance Specialist
Holiday Inn Old Sydney
01.2015 - 10.2019
- Reconciled vendor statements, resolved queries promptly, and controlled city ledger entries.
- Conducted daily banking activities, updated the Daily Revenue System (DRS), and performed reconciliations.
- Provided analysis support to department managers, conducted monthly payroll audits, and recommended accounting policies.
- Analyzed financial statements monthly, reconciled accounts, and attended credit meetings.
- Supervised Accounts Payable, managed petty cash, and maintained the general ledger and payroll processes.
- Prepared bills, collected revenue, managed owner expenses, and performed ad hoc duties.
- Increased cash flow by optimizing accounts receivable and payable processes.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities, achieving a 96% score in CSA finance audits for 3 consecutive years.
Education
Master of Professional Accounting - Accounting And Business Management
University of Ballarat
IIBIT Campus SYDNEY09.2008
Skills
- Project management
- Warehouse Management
- Materials Management
- Risk and compliance management
- Microsoft Office
- SAP
- Inventory optimization
- Vendor negotiation
- Purchasing strategy
- Inventory management
- Procurement strategies
- Contract negotiation
- Logistics coordination
- Financial reporting
- Supplier relationship management
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Cost reduction
- Data analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
Achievement - SAMSUNG
- Oversaw three local transport companies, achieving cost minimization through contract negotiations and tenders.
- Reduced inventory shortages by 12% by implementing effective stock reconciliation processes.
- Supervised milk run logistics for over 30 stores, achieving savings of $100,000 through billing charge reconciliations.
- Coordinated Out-of-Warranty (OOW) service pricing across 55+ locations in Australia, securing competitive market rates by regularly updating labor and cost prices.
- Established a new Refurbishment Program hub in Vietnam, overseeing the setup of a local team and providing comprehensive support and training, facilitating a smooth transition of operations from Totem Hong Kong to SEV Vietnam.
- Prevented the injection of $150,000 in low swap inventory from Telecoms through negotiations and leveraging available pool stock.
Timeline
Refurb Project & Inventory Management
Samsung Australia
01.2021 - 04.2025
Assistant Manager of Finance & Business Support
Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour
11.2019 - 12.2020
Finance Specialist
Holiday Inn Old Sydney
01.2015 - 10.2019
Master of Professional Accounting - Accounting And Business Management
University of Ballarat