Vandan Sheth

• Manage course delivery and provide academic support for 450+ undergraduate students, ensuring smooth coordination across multiple sections. • Facilitate the use of The Fresh Connection Simulation, helping students gain hands-on experience in strategic decision-making across purchasing, operations, supply chain, and sales. • Leverage data analysis and performance metrics to monitor student progress and optimize learning outcomes.

• Assisted in managing three sections of SCM 450W, supporting over 80 students through grading, feedback, and academic guidance. • Collaborated with Professor Andy Lukoff to streamline course delivery and ensure timely academic support. • Facilitated The Fresh Connection Simulation, guiding students in strategic decision-making across procurement, operations, supply chain, and sales. • Helped students analyze performance metrics and understand trade-offs, linking simulation outcomes to real-world supply chain challenges. • Enhanced student engagement and learning by providing contextual insights and hands-on support throughout the capstone experience.

• Managed end-to-end supply chain operations for APC by Schneider Electric, optimizing inventory through demand forecasting and stock monitoring while reducing storage costs by 10%. • Streamlined order fulfillment by implementing batch processing, significantly improving efficiency and delivery turnaround times by 20%. • Achieved cost savings through strategic supplier negotiations, ensuring competitive material pricing without compromising quality. • Optimized logistics routes using data-driven analysis, cutting fuel expenses and enhancing the on-time delivery performance rate. • Secured high-value contracts worth $1.2M annually through strategic client engagement and tailored solutions.

• Acquired hands-on experience in industrial valve manufacturing by focusing on preventive maintenance and conducted a time-motion study to identify production bottlenecks and implemented lean solutions, achieving a 15% improvement in workflow efficiency, greater process stability, and significant waste reduction. • Collaborated with senior engineers on multiple projects, contributing to valve component design and development using AutoCAD.

• Engineered precision mechanical components in AutoCAD, transforming technical specifications into functional 2D/3D models that met strict industry benchmarks. • Solved real-world design challenges by creating optimized components that balanced performance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency. • Developed complete drafting skills, starting with concept sketches and ending with precise technical drawings that shops could use. • Worked on real-world projects like redesigning hydraulic connectors for heavy machinery.

Indus Automobile Engineering Association (IAEA) • Boosted engagement by 2X through creative social media campaigns and interactive content. • Secured 5+ sponsors for annual fest by crafting compelling pitch decks and showcasing student reach. • Pioneered IAEA’s first newsletter, increasing alumni network participation by 30%. • Trained a 10-member marketing squad in content creation and brand storytelling.

• Worked as an automotive detailer (modifier), where I specialized in applying Paint Protection Film (PPF) and ceramic coatings to premium and luxury vehicles. • My work enhanced the exterior aesthetics and provided long-lasting protection against scratches and environmental damage.

• Managed the end-to-end vehicle maintenance process, including engine diagnostics, component dismantling, and repairs to ensure optimal vehicle performance. • Provided on-site solutions for critical breakdowns, ensuring timely and effective resolution.

Volunteered at Hero Intercontinental Cup organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), A 4-nations football tournament held at TransStadia Arena in the Indian city of Ahmedabad

Coursework IE 478- Retail Service Engineering IE 511- Design of Experiment IE 561- Data-Driven Design IE 570- Supply Chain Engineering IE 575- Foundations of Predictive Analysis IE 568- Health Systems Engineering IE 596- Research Studies IE 588- Engineering of Cognitive Work

Awarded the Highest academic honor- The Summa Cum Laude