Senior Materials & Logistics Manager with 25+ Years Experience

Mobile: +91-995******* Email: ***************@*****.*** Poonamallee, Chennai

SUMMARY

Results-driven Logistics and Materials Management professional with over 25 years of experience Across diverse manufacturing sectors. Proven track record in optimizing supply chain operations, inventory Management procurement, warehouse administration, and cost control. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, Streamlining processes, and improve operational efficiency and accuracy. SKILLS

Logistics &Distribution Management Demand Forecasting & Planning

Inventory & Material Control Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

Supply Chain Optimizations Budgeting & Cost Reduction

Vendor & Contract Management Team Leadership & Staff Training

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Continuous Process Improvement

ERP Systems (SAP,Ms Office, Windows etc.) Compliance with IATF,EMS,TS Standards Work Experiences

Manager -Materials

Mobase Electronics India Private Limited

Manufacturer of Electronic Components for OEM Car products like Hyundai and KIA Oct 2023-Present

Roles and Responsibilities

Oversaw material management processes including inventory control,receiving, storage, and issue of Supplies.

Maintained quality assessments and expenditure tracking of all material movements.

Collaborated with leadership on demand forecasting and supply planning.

Supervised and supported junior staff and new hires.

Maintained detailed procurement records, Vendor performance logs, and audit compliance.

Identifying cost saving initiatives and implemented efficiency improvements. Key Achievements

Maintained optimal stock levels at internal and vendor ends as per company norms.

Successfully aligned purchase orders with customer forecast and firm orders.

Integrate and developed new vendors for both insourced and outsourced materials. Manager –Operations (Head)

Super Micron Engineering

Manufacturer of Fasteners Components through Cold Forging and Machining parts Sep 2015 to Sep 2023

Roles and Responsibilities

Developed material and production plan in line with customer schedules.

Managed end-to-end delivery and monitored adherence to timelines.

Chaired review meetings and led issue-resolution initiatives.

Controlled manpower deployment and optimized shift planning.

Ensured compliance with IATF and 5S standards.

Key Achievements

Achieved procurement within budget by optimizing raw material sourcing.

Reduced delivery and processing costs through detailed analysis.

Successfully negotiated part price revisions based on market fluctuations.

Reduced process complexity to improve cost efficiency. Assistant Manager - Sales

Infac India Pvt Ltd

Manufacturer of Car Control Cables and Horns Products May 2014 to August 2015

Roles and Responsibilities

Developed sales plans and aligned procurement with production needs.

Monitoring customer and internal inventory levels to ensure availability.

Managed timely delivery in accordance with customer WIP schedules.

Oversaw department compliance with EMS and TS standards.

Produced and reviewed MIS reports and delivery metrics. Key Achievements

Consistently met sales targets as per business plan.

Maintained high delivery scores from key clients.

Identified and reported obsolete parts for proactive resolution. Assistant Manager - Logistics

Motherson Automotive Tech. Engg. Ltd

Manufacturer of Automotive for Car Interiors Components May 2012 to April 2014

Roles and Responsibilities

Managed parts requirement planning via customer portals.

Oversaw transportation planning and execution.

Maintained stock levels at both in-house and customer locations.

Prepared daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports.

Coordinated supply of empty bins and trolleys for production. Key Achievements

Achieved 100% compliance with customer delivery schedules.

Implemented consolidated delivery model, reducing transport costs.

Successfully passed 5-star audits.

Logistics Officer

Grupo Antolin Pvt Ltd

Manufacturer of Automotive Car Head Lining Roofs & Sun Visors July 2007 to April 2012

Roles and Responsibilities

Conducted routine stock audits and maintained material availability.

Applied Kanban system to maintain reorder levels.

Controlled premium freight and inventory costs.

Supported JIT and Milk Run logistics practices.

Utilized EDI systems per Nissan LOC requirements.

Managed obsolete materials and claims for demaged goods. Key Achievement

Met customer delivery schedules consistently.

Reduced transports costs via supplier-coordinated logistics.

Used performance evaluations to drive operational improvements. Marketing Executive

Apollo Meters Pvt Ltd

Manufacturer of Water Meters and Flow Control Valves May 2004 to June 2007

Roles and Responsibilities

Promoted products to municipal and local government bodies.

Engaged with civic officials to integrate products into government schemes.

Reported on sales progress and market plans.

Provided product documentation and liaised for meeting approvals. Key Achievements

Met monthly district-level sales targets.

Effectively implemented G.O. circular distribution successful scheme adoption in multiple districts.

Stores In Charge

India Motor Parts & Accessories Ltd

Distributor of Automobile Spare Parts for Two & Four wheelers (A Tvs Group of Company) April 1997 to April 2004

Roles And Responsibilities

Procured materials per customer specifications.

Maintained warranty and insurance claims register.

Supported sales team in fulfilling claims and order execution.

Conducted monthly inventory counts and ABC analysis.

Reported obsolete and slow-moving items to managements. Key Achievements

Maintained optimal part inventory levels monthly.

Assisted accounting with successful insurance claim settlements.

Ensured customer rejections were resolved via supplier warranty channels. Education

Bachelor of Business Administration at Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai

Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering, State Board of Technical Education Chennai.

Languauge Known

Tamil (Fluent)

English(Proficient)

Hindi(conversational)

Personal Detail

Father’s Name : Mr. C.Chelliah,

Date of Birth : 19.04.1976

Marital Status : Married

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