Milind Khirwadkar
Expertise
With nearly 40 years of experience linking manufacturing operations, supply chain, and enterprise technology, I help manufacturers transform through data-driven decisions and innovative ERP solutions. I focus on predictive and prescriptive analytics to optimize inventory, improve delivery, and enhance equipment effectiveness. Recently, I have expanded my expertise in integrating machine learning and statistical modeling for ERP parameter optimization. I also develop custom open source add-ons for ERPs like SAP, Oracle,Microsft,Infor or custom ERPs to increase flexibility and reduce costs. Combining manufacturing leadership, ERP domain knowledge, and open-source software skills, I deliver practical solutions that have led clients to achieve a 20% increase in inventory turns, 98% on-time delivery, and 15% spare parts reduction.
Material requirement planning
MRP implementation in 20+ ERP projects- Infor M3 and SAP ECC 6.0/SAP S4/Hana MRP parameters configuration review and optimization using advanced analytics
Inventory optimization
Monte Carlo simulation based inventory policy optimization of of 40000 MRO SKUs for the a global bearings manufacturer MRO inventory optimization of 65000 SKUs with a global steel manufacturer
Demand Forecasting
Aftermarket forecasting accuracy improvement for a global engine manufacturer for 20000 SKUs using R forecasting packages for auto forecasting coupled with automated selection and hyper parameter tuning Python based forecasting tool for sizing inventory buffers Selection of forecasting methods and hyper parameter values on 10 + ERP projects
Optimal machine allocation tool for a high speed robotic assembly of bearings for a world leader
Open source solvers
OTIF improvement with an MNC auto component manufacturer through optimal material allocation tool
Custom heuristic in Python
Production Planning & Scheduling
´Changeover reduction tool for an auto component manufacturer ´Assembly planning tool design for a forklift manufacturer ´Decision support tools like clear-to-build, supplier follow up to expedite missing parts monitor and order promising
ERP Lifecycle Services
RFP creation and response evaluation for 5 manufacturing companies Solution blue printing on 20+ projects Test case creation for 3 projects Design for custom development for a global manufacturer
Product Development
Designed planning modules for two ERPs Developed an APS software as a start up owner and launched in the market Worked with an AI company to AI enbale an ERP Developed a survival analysis model for predictive maintenance
