Logistics supply chain warehouse management

NIRANJAN KULKARNI

Mumbai 932-***-**** / 969-***-****

***********@**********.*** LinkedIn: niranjan-kulkarni-96a8221b

PROFILE SUMMARY

Seasoned Supply Chain & Logistics Leader with 28+ years of multi-industry experience across FMCG, Food (Cold Chain), Chemicals, Cement, Auto, and 3PL. Expert in designing and scaling end-to-end supply chain ecosystems, driving operational excellence, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance.

Proven track record of transforming logistics networks, enhancing inventory efficiency, and delivering high-performance outcomes through SOP-driven governance, ERP integration, and strategic stakeholder alignment. Successfully led large-scale national operations, multi-location warehouse networks, and cross-functional teams to consistently exceed service and cost benchmarks.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Cold Chain Logistics & Warehousing (Frozen & Chilled)

Supply Chain Strategy & Network Optimization

Inventory Planning & Demand Forecasting

3PL & Vendor Management

Cost Reduction & OPEX Optimization

ERP Systems (SAP, Navision)

Compliance: FSSAI, Customs, Hazardous Goods

Process Excellence (SOPs, Audit & Governance)

Team Leadership & Cross-functional Coordination

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fortune Gourmet Specialties Pvt Ltd Manager – Logistics (Audit & Operations) 2017 – 2025

Key Highlights:

Managed 7+ cold chain warehouses across India (frozen & chilled products)

Designed and implemented end-to-end SOP framework covering imports, storage, distribution, and compliance

Achieved >99.5% inventory accuracy and 100% temperature compliance

Reduced damaged inventory from 1000 kg to 10 kg, significantly improving bottom line

Led demand planning & distribution across 8 locations using DAS, IOH, and lead-time models

Established 3PL governance framework with KPI-driven performance (OTIF >95%, damage <0.5%)

Successfully set up new cold chain warehouses across multiple locations

Delivered CAPEX optimization by reusing refrigeration assets and improving efficiency

Hazel Mercantile Ltd General Manager – Logistics 2016 – 2017

Managed import logistics of 500+ containers/month (liquid, dry, gaseous chemicals)

Led a team of 40+ across logistics, inventory, and billing

Implemented Direct Port Delivery (DPD) improving turnaround time

Handled customs liaison at JNPT and optimized terminal operations

Strengthened inventory reconciliation and reduced operational leakages

ABR Pvt Ltd (3PL) DGM – Supply Chain 2012 – 2016

Managed 200+ vehicles and 35 warehouses nationwide

Achieved OTD >95% and fill rate >97% across network

Implemented ERP controls for zero-variation inventory accounting

Led inventory optimization and reduced returns through process control

OTHER EXPERIENCES

ICC Pvt Ltd (Air Logistics) Regional Manager – Operations 2009 – 2012

Bisleri International Pvt Ltd Manager – Logistics 2007 – 2008

ACC Ltd Logistics In-charge 2003 – 2007

RGMP India Ltd Sr. Manager – Supply Chain 1994 – 2003

EDUCATION

PGDBM (Marketing) – Institute of Technology & Management

BE (Petrochemicals) – Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Pune

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

Dangerous & Hazardous Goods Management (IATA)

Cost Reduction & Performance Management

Leadership & Decision-Making Workshops

Pursuing Logistics & Supply Chain Management – XLRI

TECHNICAL SKILLS

SAP Navision SQL Advanced MS Excel ERP Systems MIS & Reporting

NIRANJAN KULKARNI

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