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“Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist "
AgriTech | Fresh Produce Operations | Digital Creator
Ashik Chauhan
Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist
Phone:
+91-99783-71008
Email:
Address:
9, Shubh Villa, Badarkha, Dholka, Ahmedabad, Gujarat – 382260.
Date of Birth:
October 24th, 1991
EXPERIENCE
2024-Present
Business Manager
Ashik & Co., Ahmedabad
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Lead end-to-end business operations for fruit & vegetable supply chain.
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Oversee procurement, warehousing, logistics, and vendor relationships.
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Implemented new storage practices, reducing wastage and boosting efficiency.
2023-2024
Procurement Associate
Blinkit, Hyperpure by Zomato, Ahmedabad
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Streamlined sourcing for Gujarat dark stores and warehouses, handling 100+ SKUs.
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Improved vendor compliance, reducing rejection rates by 12%.
2021-2023
Assistant Manager
Milkbasket, Reliance Industries, Ahmedabad
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Managed Ahmedabad-wide procurement and fresh produce distribution.
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Maintained 99% on-time deliveries with strict quality benchmarks.
Udaan, Hiver Loop Tech Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad
2020-2021
Collection Center Lead
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Built farmer network of 200+ across Sabarkantha & Aravalli districts.
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Reduced middlemen dependency with cost-efficient procurement model.
2021-2021
Technical Associate
ITC Ltd., Sidhhpur
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Managed spice procurement for exports from Gujarat & Rajasthan.
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Negotiated supplier contracts, achieving 10% cost savings without compromising quality.
2016-2020
Collection Center Head
BigBasket, TATA Enterprises, Ahmedabad
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Developed and managed Gujarat’s largest farmer network for fresh produce.
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Introduced wide-bed farming, improving yields by 15–20%.
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Reduced procurement costs via restructured purchase policies.
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Managed supply chain of 100+ commodities to multiple warehouses daily.
EDUCATION
2023-2025
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Sikkim Professional University, Gangtok, Sikkim
My MBA program provided in-depth knowledge of business management, supply chain systems, and strategic procurement. I engaged in case studies and projects focused on farm-to-fork models, quick commerce, and FMCG supply chains.
Highlights:
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📊 Specialized in Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations Management.
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🏭 Capstone project on reducing wastage in perishable goods logistics.
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💻 Hands-on experience with ERP systems, MIS dashboards, and forecasting tools.
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🤝 Collaborated on group research for cost reduction in fresh produce sourcing.
This academic foundation sharpened my ability to integrate management strategy with field execution, enabling me to deliver sustainable, cost-efficient supply chain solutions.
2020-2023
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Sikkim Professional University, Gangtok, Sikkim
My BBA program laid the foundation of business management, finance, marketing, and operations, giving me a strong understanding of how organizations function.
Highlights:
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📊 Studied core subjects: Economics, Accounting, HR, Marketing, and Operations Management.
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📈 Gained exposure to business analytics, entrepreneurship, and organizational behavior.
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💼 Completed academic projects on retail management and rural development models.
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🤝 Participated in group case studies analyzing FMCG and agribusiness companies.
This program gave me the management fundamentals that I later expanded with my MBA, combining academic knowledge with practical expertise in supply chain and procurement.
2015
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (DME)
Parul University, Vadodara, Gujrat
My diploma program in Mechanical Engineering provided a technical and analytical foundation that complements my management expertise. It offered hands-on training in mechanical systems, production processes, and industrial operations, helping me develop strong problem-solving and process optimization skills.
Highlights:
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🏭 Studied manufacturing processes, thermodynamics, and industrial engineering.
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⚙️ Hands-on exposure to machinery, maintenance, and quality systems.
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📐 Practical training in CAD tools and workshop practices.
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📊 Applied engineering knowledge to process efficiency and operations management.
This program helped me build a technical mindset that later enhanced my work in supply chain efficiency, cold chain infrastructure, and warehouse operations.
2012
Certified in Computer Concepts
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, India
This certification enhanced my digital literacy and IT skills, equipping me with the ability to use modern computer tools in business, data analysis, and supply chain management.
Highlights:
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💻 Gained proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for documentation and data management.
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🌐 Trained in internet applications, email, and online business tools.
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📊 Learned to prepare MIS reports and data dashboards.
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🔐 Exposure to basic IT security practices and e-Governance applications.
This certification gave me a strong technology foundation, which I apply in ERP, SAP, MIS, and digital procurement systems in my professional career.
AFFILIATION
GREEN WAVE FOUNDATION
SKILLS
Procurement Strategy
Supply Chain Optimization
AgriTech Solutions
Negotiation & Contract Management
Quality Control & Compliance
Cross-functional Team Leadership
EXPERTISE
Procurement & Sourcing
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Over the last 9 years, I have developed deep expertise in procurement and sourcing for fresh produce and agri commodities. My career journey has spanned across leading companies like BigBasket, ITC, Udaan, Milkbasket (Reliance), Blinkit (Zomato), and Fresh Fruit, where I designed and executed sourcing strategies that empowered farmers and optimized business performance.
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Key Contributions:
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🛒 Strategic Procurement: Reduced costs by up to 18% through competitive bidding and policy reforms.
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🌾 Farmer Engagement: Built a 1,000+ farmer network ensuring consistent, quality supply.
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🚚 Supply Optimization: Scaled procurement of 3–5 MT daily with wastage below 2% in quick commerce.
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📊 Tech-Enabled Sourcing: Leveraged ERP, SAP, and MIS tools for demand forecasting, vendor management, and quality compliance.
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🌍 Contract Farming: Developed and implemented programs across 100+ hectares introducing precision farming techniques.
This combination of strategic planning and ground-level execution has allowed me to create sustainable, cost-efficient, and scalable procurement models that benefit both businesses and farmers.
Supply Chain Management
I have extensive expertise in Supply Chain Management, particularly in handling fresh produce, cold chain infrastructure, and quick commerce logistics. My career has been focused on building efficient farm-to-fork models that reduce wastage, empower farmers, and ensure consumers get high-quality products on time.
Key Contributions:
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🚚 Cold Chain & Logistics: Strengthened infrastructure for perishable goods, maintaining freshness with less than 2% wastage.
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📦 Warehouse Management: Directed operations at Fresh Fruit Naroda, overseeing grading, storage, and dispatch.
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⏱ On-Time Delivery: Consistently achieved 99% delivery performance in Milkbasket (Reliance) operations.
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📊 Forecasting & Planning: Applied demand forecasting and category P&L management to align supply with market demand.
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🔗 Integrated Supply Chains: Developed farm-to-market linkages reducing middlemen dependency and improving profitability.
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✅ Compliance & Quality: Ensured end-to-end compliance with FSSAI, GST, and food safety standards.
Through these roles, I learned to blend strategic supply chain planning with real-world execution, creating systems that are scalable, sustainable, and technology-driven.
AgriTech & Fresh Produce
My expertise in AgriTech and Fresh Produce lies at the intersection of farmer empowerment and technology-driven sourcing. I have worked extensively with farmers, vendors, and agri-tech platforms to optimize supply chains, increase yields, and reduce wastage.
Key Contributions:
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🌾 Farmer Network Development: Built and managed 1,000+ farmers across Gujarat, ensuring consistent supply of fresh produce.
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🏭 Contract Farming: Designed programs covering 100+ hectares, introducing precision farming and modern cultivation techniques.
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📈 Yield Improvement: Implemented wide-bed farming technology at BigBasket, boosting productivity by 15–20%.
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🛰 Tech-Enabled Agriculture: Used ERP systems, MIS dashboards, and AI models for crop planning, demand forecasting, and quality control.
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🛒 Farm-to-Fork Linkages: Strengthened direct farmer-to-market models, reducing middlemen dependency and improving farmer profitability.
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❄️ Cold Chain & Quality: Built cold storage and quality management systems to preserve freshness during transit.
My work in AgriTech and fresh produce is driven by a mission to make agriculture more sustainable, profitable, and technology-enabled, benefiting both farmers and consumers.
