Logistics Supply Chain Warehouse
Resume:
Name: Niranjan Kulkarni DOB **th Jan ****
Profile Summary
Wealth of experience and a diverse skill set across multiple sectors and areas of expertise. Proficiency in SQL, Visual Basic, SAP, and Navision and familiarity with various operating systems and software applications exhibiting adaptability and continuous learning mindset. Extensive experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Warehousing, combined with advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, with a strong foundation for data analysis and reporting tasks. Leveraging expertise on spreadsheets and database software. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power point can be valuable for creating reports, analyzing data, and presenting insights effectively. Able to to work across different systems and software platforms thereby exhibiting a high level of technical competence and versatility in handling various tasks efficiently.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
1.SQL; Visual Basic; SAP; Navision
2.Acquired Skills in MS Office, Win 10, Vista, and Mac OS 8 to 10.
3.Experienced user of computer software (spreadsheet and database).
4.Possesses advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.
PERSONAL DETAILS
cell no:932-***-**** / 969-***-****
***********@**********.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/niranjan-k-pppollplpllpplpppl/
Residential Address
10 ShivSadan
Mogal Lane
Mahim West
Mumbai 400016
Present job profile: General Manager Supply Chain
(Handling a Fleet of 200 transport vehicles & 35 Warehouses in India)
As the General Manager in Supply Chain, handling a significant fleet of 200 transport vehicles and oversee 35 warehouses in India. Responsibilities include ERP maintenance, managing inward receipts from internal stock transfers, closing open sales and transfer orders, prompt entry of Eway Bill Numbers, ensuring complete documentation for sample product issuances, and maintaining daily sales inventory across 35 warehouses.
Meticulous management of various aspects, including maintaining high fill rates, processing sales orders efficiently, handling product returns, and ensuring robust inventory management. Strategies for inventory control, cycle counts, and ERP maintenance.
Diverse set of responsibilities, spanning from procurement and ISO certification management to supplier contract renewals, demand planning, and vehicle/fleet maintenance. Optimizing warehouse operations, ensuring compliance, and managing various contracts.
Managing a comprehensive set of key performance indicators (KPIs) across various aspects of operations, including supply chain, inventory, warehouse, and transportation. These KPIs provide valuable insights into the efficiency and effectiveness of processes
Profile at HML Ltd – Gen Manager Logistics
Role as General Manager of Logistics involved a significant scope in managing the complete cycle of Bulk and Container movements of various chemicals by sea, totaling 500 containers per month. Overseeing a team of 40+, hands-on with import clearance, inbound and outbound logistics, inventory planning, and billing.
Achievements include successfully implementing DPD deliveries and negotiating with various logistics partners for improved overall performance.Focus on monitoring stock positions in storage tank terminals and controlling cash flow requirements for import licenses.
Maintaining effective communication with senior Customs Officials at JNPCT, overseeing comprehensive inventory management with physical verifications for both liquid and dry chemicals. Prompt physical verification of goods upon vessel discharge, particularly for liquid chemicals and to monitor discharge loss.
Resolving pending delivery orders, overseeing efficient factory de-stuffing at various locations, and ensuring timely generation of GRNs.Overall inventory reconciliation against sales, returns, import and local receipts, ensuring alignment with closing book stock.
Profile at ICC Pvt Ltd ( 7 Multi location Service Hubs in India) – Regional Manager
As a Regional Manager overseeing 14 warehouses and 7 multi-location service hubs in India, serving as a single point of contact for supply chain projects, successfully implemented improvements, and facilitated shipments from the USA to India and within India by air route. Notably, Improved On-Time In-Full (OTIF) from 65% to 97%, reduced average days late, and minimized return rates due to shipment damage or errors. The integration of new high-quality international vendors for last-mile deliveries and maintaining a 100% correlation between invoice-manifest and physical products showcases effective management.
Other diverse responsibilities, including handling proposals and contract design, negotiations, and execution. Managing materials across 14 service points, identifying and developing international routes, and coordinating international alliances with partners like Cathay Pacific and Go Logistics(Germany) .Recruitment and training for operations staff, as well as close liaising with e-commerce giants like eBay, Amazon, and Home Shop 18 for last-mile order fulfillment from the USA and China to India. Maintaining close liaison with the Customs Department for regulatory compliance.
Profile at Bisleri International (Handling a fleet of 250+ vehicles on daily basis, Dispatch and Warehousing) Manager Logistics
Role as a Logistics Manager handling a fleet of 250+ vehicles, achieving notable successes. Introducing two new organized third-party logistics providers and implementing palletization for 20-liter water jars resulted in significant cost savings. Initiatives, such as preventing fuel theft, led to a 100% drop in fuel theft, saving 8% on diesel costs. Focus on cost reduction per case of packaged mineral water transported and structurally improving service-related issues demonstrates strategic management. Daily monitoring of vehicle upkeep, loading for route distribution, and managing inventory across 200+ mobile dispatch points illustrating Hands On approach. Improving the uptime of self-owned vehicles from 41% to 90% reflects commitment to operational efficiency.
Profile at Associated Cement Cos., Ltd (Handling 14 Cement Warehouses And Plant Logistics) Logistics Incharge
As the Logistics Incharge managing 14 cement warehouses and plant logistics, accomplishing significant milestones:
Successfully handled 15 cement warehouses in Madhya Pradesh, 5 in Chhattisgarh, and a distribution hub in Maharashtra. Implemented a phased reduction in the total delivered cost of cement, achieving substantial cost savings.Maintained a high Freight Bill accuracy ratio of 98% consistently.
Increased Inventory Turnover (ITO) cycles, reducing warehousing costs and enhancing efficiency.Managed large-volume cement distributors and dealers, ensuring effective distribution.Initiated 4 cement warehouses with a focus on long-term sustainability.Optimized the freight master, trimming it from 150 destinations to just 45 for efficiency.Achieved a 100% On-Time In-Full (OTIF) rate. Demonstrated skills in liaising with Excise Commissioners and Sales Tax Commissioners as required.
Profile at RGMP Ltd (Logistics, Warehousing, Office Equipment & Spares ) Sr Manager Supply Chain
Overall service delivery of warehousing, inventory management, transportation, logistics, order fulfillment, and customer service has been marked by several accomplishments: Significant reduction in Unmanaged Spending from 15% to 6%. SKU rationalization for 1500 SKUs related to electronic equipment, spares, and consumables, optimizing inventory. Successfully bringing down Days Inventory from 60 to 15 through collaborative efforts with Sales/Marketing and Service Teams.
Efficient procurement of reprographic equipment and related products from South Korea, including customs clearance.Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and government regulations for imported and distributed products in India. Substantial reduction in Open Order percentages from 45% to 18%.
Demonstrating effective cost management, inventory optimization, and regulatory compliance in the delivery of various services.
Years
Company's name
Designation/s
Reporting to
Products/Services
May 2017 till Date
Confidential
General Manager
Director
Managing 35 warehouses in India
Day to day operations
Aug 2016 – Apr 2017
HML Ltd
Gen Manager logistics
VP
Chemicals (Liquid, Dry, Gaseous)
Oct 2012 – Aug 2016
ABR Pvt Ltd
DGM Supply Chain
Director
Third Party Logistics (FMCG, Auto, Chemicals, Agriculture etc)
Mar 2009 - Sept 2012
ICC Pvt Ltd
Regional Manager – Operations
Vice President
Air Logistics (Including Imports, Exports, Customs Clearance and Order Fulfillment)
Dec 2007 – Aug 2008
Bisleri International Pvt Ltd
Manager – Logistics
Director
Packaged Mineral Water
May 2003 – Nov 2007
ACC Ltd
Logistic In charge
Regional Head – Logistics
Cement
Jun 1994 - Apr 2003
Rajpurohit GMP India Ltd
Sr. Manager - Supply Chain (Office-Automation)
Head Operations
Import and Distribution of Reprographic Systems, Spares and Consumables from South Korea
Degree
Year
Institution (India)
Specialization
University
BE
1987 - 1992
Maharashtra Institute of Technology College of Engineering
Petrochemicals
Pune University
PGDBM
1992 - 1994
Institute of Technology & Management
Marketing
Autonomous
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