Suraj Lalchandani

Supply Chain Associate @ PepsiCo

About

Hi, I’m Suraj. I recently graduated from George Mason University in Northern Virginia with a degree in Business Operations and Supply Chain Management. My exposure to business and operations started at a young age, which sparked a long-standing interest in entrepreneurship and building scalable systems. That curiosity naturally led me into the e-commerce space, where I built an Amazon FBA/FBM business and gained hands-on experience running backend operations, logistics, and warehouse workflows. I later combined my academic foundation with real-world experience to launch a full-service shipping and logistics company serving small and mid-sized businesses. We focus on reducing shipping costs and streamlining operational systems for B2B clients across the country. After graduating, I accepted a full-time offer with PepsiCo and now work as a Supply Chain Associate, where I continue to develop my skills in operational efficiency, performance analysis, and process improvement within a large-scale distribution environment. My passion lies in solving complex problems, building businesses, and creating efficient systems that scale. I'm always free to connect and chat about these evolving industries.

Country

United States

City

Richmond

Industry

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Skill

English, Start-ups, Communication, Strategy, Training, Volunteering, Problem Solving, Marketing, Presentations, Research

Experience

Supply Chain Associate

PepsiCo

2025-7 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Founder

SSL Logistics LLC

2024-1 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

Fairfax, Virginia, United States

-Leading full-service shipping and logistics initiatives for small to medium-sized and B2B businesses, focusing on reducing shipping costs and enhancing operational efficiency through streamlined processes. -Negotiating favorable rate contracts with nationwide carriers and manage all aspects of small parcel services, ensuring competitive quotes, efficient tracking, and comprehensive support for clients. -Engaging in cold outreach and participate in industry-specific trade shows to network and secure potential clients, building strong, lasting business relationships. -Implementing the latest technology and best practices to deliver advanced logistics solutions, simplifying complex supply chain processes for smoother, more reliable operations.

Founder

ONE SSL LLC

2020-7 - Present · 6 yrs 3 mos

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

-Operating a retail distribution company, supplying seasonal products to consumers and businesses via local and e-commerce channels. -Managing company financials and bookkeeping, optimizing capital allocation and cash flow projections to generate over $1,600,000 in revenue in the first year of operation. -Leading initiatives to streamline logistics and operations, including property and fleet management, overseeing incoming/outgoing shipments, and managing contractors.

Supply Chain Intern

PepsiCo

2024-6 - 2024-8 · 3 mos

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

-Engaged with frontline workers to implement strategies that enhance key metrics (KCPH, DPS, KU, PTE), using tools like Tableau and enCompass for data tracking and analysis. -Oversaw the end-to-end supply chain process, including product flow through production lines and distribution centers, while engaging with small and large-format retail locations to develop operational understanding. -Presented key findings and optimization strategies to management, focusing on improving warehouse productivity and operational efficiency through pulse checks, SPARC walks, and slotting/sequencing implementations.

E-commerce Intern

Prestige Collection LLC

2023-6 - 2023-8 · 3 mos

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

-Managed and optimized e-commerce operations, enhancing logistics and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced startup over a 12-week internship. -Drove startup growth by improving inventory and shipment efficiency, contributing to increased profits and customer loyalty. -Enhanced operational processes in a scaling e-commerce environment, focusing on growth and customer satisfaction.