Ashwin Satra

Education

University of California, Riverside
MS in Business Analytics (Supply Chain & Operations Management)
Sept 2024 – June 2025
Relevant Coursework: LLM Applications, Forecasting & Simulation, Spreadsheet Modeling, Statistical Computing (Python & R), Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics

Otis College of Art and Design
BFA in Digital Media
Sept 2014 – May 2018

Mumbai University
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance
June 2009 – Mar 2012

Experience

University of California, Riverside
Capstone Project
Analyzing Trends and Efficiencies in U.S. Food Imports Using Data-Driven Insights
Apr 2025 – Present

• Explores patterns in U.S. food imports across regions and product categories using historical trade data.
• Derives actionable insights for sourcing strategy, risk evaluation, and cost optimization using data visualization and statistical analysis.

University of California, Riverside, CA
Reader
Jan 2025 – Mar 2025

• Reviewed and graded marketing analytics projects via Canvas LMS, ensuring clarity and accuracy in data storytelling and presentation.

Business Manager – Posh Ethnic Couture, Mumbai
Mar 2022 – Jul 2024

• Increased quarterly sales by 25% through Meta Ads and enhanced conversion rates via personalized lead follow-ups (email/SMS/calls).
• Reduced sales cycle time by 30% through automation and lead prioritization systems.
• Improved repeat customer rate by 20% using targeted communications informed by past data analysis.

Entrepreneur – Posh Men’s Ethnic, Mumbai
Mar 2019 – Feb 2022

• Generated $500K in revenue through tailored in-store and e-commerce strategies.
• Managed procurement, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination to ensure efficient operations.

Volunteer Work

Director of Finance – AGSM Programming Club, UC Riverside
Oct 2024 – Apr 2025

• Organized and managed logistics for SQL Essentials workshop, securing funding and cross-department collaboration.

Photographer and Crew – Visual Effects Society
Oct 2016 – Oct 2017

• Supported event execution and backstage operations at the VES Awards and Summit.

Skills & Certificates

• Data & AI: Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Tableau
• Supply Chain: S&OP, Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization, Production Scheduling
• Tools: Excel, Google Sheets, Adobe Suite, Canva
• Logistics: Warehouse Operations, Inventory Transfers, Freight Coordination, Last-mile Delivery
• Research: EDA, Trend Analysis, Statistical Validation
• Certificates: SQL Essential Training (LinkedIn Learning – Walter Shields)