Manika Bhatt

About

I'm a Master of Science candidate in Supply Chain Management at Adelphi University, building on a background in psychology and hands-on experience as a supply chain analyst. I enjoy working at the intersection of people, process, and data — from procurement and inventory to leading student organizations and supporting research.

Experience

Supply Chain Analyst

Aug 2023 – Jul 2024

Nirmol Gourmet Foods LLC

Supported procurement, inventory, and logistics operations to ensure timely product availability. Analyzed purchasing and production data to identify cost-saving and process-improvement opportunities, assisted with supplier negotiations and vendor performance tracking, and collaborated with warehouse and operations teams to streamline order processing and delivery schedules.

Graduate Assistant

Aug 2024 – Dec 2024

Adelphi University

Designed and distributed surveys in Qualtrics to support faculty research, and assisted professors with data collection, literature review, and synthesis of recent research findings.

Resident Assistant

Jan 2022 – May 2023

Adelphi University

Acted as a liaison between students and the Office of Residential Life and Housing, and trained new Resident Assistants in policies, procedures, and conflict-resolution strategies.

Student Worker — Center for Recreation and Sports

Aug 2021 – Jul 2023 | Aug 2024 – May 2026

Adelphi University

Deliver excellent customer service and maintain gym operations, safety, and member support.

Campus Security Authority

Aug 2021 – Dec 2021 | Aug 2024 – May 2026

Adelphi University

Ensure building safety and security in support of the campus community.

Leadership & Volunteering

President — Supply Chain Management Club

Aug 2024 – May 2026

Adelphi University

Formerly Co-President & Co-Treasurer. Coordinate professional development workshops, industry networking events, and faculty collaborations to promote career readiness, and manage budgeting, communications, and event planning to expand student engagement.

Volunteer — Panther Pantry

Jan 2025 – Aug 2025

Adelphi University

Updated inventory for accurate record-keeping and efficient stock management, and organized food and essential items for distribution to students in need.

Education

M.S., Supply Chain Management

Aug 2024 – May 2026

Adelphi University · Garden City, NY

Robert B. Willumstad School of Business

Relevant coursework: Supply Chain Risk Management, Procurement & Global Sourcing, Ethical Leadership & Management, Logistics Management.

B.A., Psychology

Aug 2019 – Aug 2023

Adelphi University · Garden City, NY

Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology

Honors: Cum Laude (Aug 2023), Dean's List. Relevant coursework: Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Psychological Statistics, Psychological Research.

Certifications

Suicide Intervention Certificate · Adelphi University, NYSep 2020
Leadership Certificate Program · Adelphi University, NYMay 2020

Skills

Technical: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Qualtrics, SPSS

Interpersonal: Leadership, Communication, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration

Languages: English (Fluent), Hindi (Native), Urdu (Conversational), French (Elementary)