KALLOL NANDI

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Having twenty years (20) of experience in Software Industry and Information Technology, worked as a Software Architect, Solution Designer and Software Developer. Have extensive knowledge in the domain of Supply Chain Management, Point Of Sale, and Retail environments as well as Insurance, Banking, Telecommunications, and Systems programming. Designed and developed Warehouse Management and Transportation Management Systems; Developed web interfaces and applications using the iSeries as a backbone; Setup and maintained network using heterogeneous hardware and software; Worked as a System Administrator. Have extensive knowledge and experience working with Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse and Transportation Management Systems (WMS $ TMS) in both Open Systems and iSeries based environments.

Working in Supply Chain Management domain for last 14 years, out of which 6 years at Manhattan Associates as Manager, Professional Services, and as an Independent Consultant for 8 years.

Author of an open source product “TEMS” (Time and Expense Management System) published in Sourcefroge.net. Ref: http://tems.sourceforge.net, developed on WAMP stack and deployed on LAMP stack.

Designed and developed WAVE – a RFID ready Warehouse Management System: System capabilities and functionalities include Receive Inventory against ASN, Put-away, Cycle Count, Physical Count, Order Fulfillment, Pick, Pack, Weigh, Manifest, Load, Invoice,

Quality Audit, Inventory and User Tracking, and Productivity and Optimization modules.

Integrated with external systems using industry standard protocols such as, flat file, EDI, XML, FTP, HTTP, Data Queue, User Queue, Email, Sockets, and SSL Sockets.

WMOS/PkMS:

• Designed and developed several PkMS modules including routing, major/minor pickticket management, load building, parcel manifesting, invoicing, etc.

• Developed system tools for internal use

• Prepared technical training materials

• Responsible for understanding client requirements, preparing process flows, analyzing functional gaps, preparing and presenting CRP’s, designing and developing custom solutions beyond base functionality, modification testing, and system delivery

• Developed RTS (Real Time Systems) modules for PkMS to communicate sorters, pick to light, pack to tote, and various host systems.

Additional Experience

Developed the sales analyzer module for a telephone billing system for MIDCOM Communication

Developed and configured data conversion and data migration (in both real time and batch mode) using data mirror among different server platforms to pass data among SQL, Oracle and DB2

Designed and developed a PC interface to the claims module for WINS (Wheatley Insurance System)

Managed the day-to-day software maintenance, enhancement, and customization for WINS

Ported Super Retailer (a point of sale software) from a DOS and LAN based system to UNIX and extensively used IPC, semaphore, and shared memory

Designed and developed the device driver for Super Disk (a data compression tool to enhance disk space).

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Technology Packages

 Manhattan Associates’ WM (aka PkMS)

 Manhattan Associates’ TE (formerly LogPRO)

 MarkMagic (Barcode Labeling Software by Cybra)

Platform Experience

 iSeries

 Linux/UNIX

 Windows

 Heterogeneous Networking Environment

Database Experience

 DB/2-UDB

 MySQL

 SQL

 Oracle

Programming Languages

 C/C++

 PHP, Java, Javascript

 RPG, COBOL, CL, REXX, MI

 SQL

 Shell and Assembly (8086)

Proficient in WebQuery, CGIDEV2, HTTP, FTP, SSL, Socket, MQ Series, Aldon, SubVersion, and other tools

Some knowledge of Zend, .Net, ASP, and Visual Basic

EDUCATION

MCA (Master of Computer Application) and B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) with Physics Honors.

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

United Natural Foods, Providence, RI, Mar 2010 – Aug 2010

Engagement: Solution Architect of WMOS

Designed the architecture to install WMOS application, Power High Availability (aka HACMP), Disaster Recovery, and multiple environments for multiple DCs.

Designed and implemented the network security policy to install WMOS in 3 tier architecture (Database, Application, and Web) following high standard of network security.

Involved in installing and configuring modules: WMOS, LM, MIF, SCI, RPL, OPT

Designed the architecture for Material Handling Equipments, Host interfaces (using BizTalk, Webmethods and MQ) to communicate with legacy Host Systems, and VoCollect.

Initechs, Marietta, GA Dec 2009 – Sep 2010

Engagement: Developing Time and Expense Management System

Architected, Designed and Developed the complete application framework using Apache, PHP and MySQL database.

Deployed the open source solution in sourceforge.net. Ref: http://tems.sourceforge.net.

Initechs, Marietta, GA May 2008 – Jan 2009

Engagement: Developed web based front end for WAVE

Researched and evaluated the solutions to develop the web based frontend for WAVE, an iSeries based WMS application.

Used HATS, WebFacing, and other screen scrapping solution.

Developed reports using WebQuery. Developed frontend using Zend Framework and PHP keeping database in iSeries.

Initechs, Marietta, GA Jan 2004 – Dec 2009

Engagement: Developed WAVE – A modern WMS for Small & Medium Businesses

This is an ongoing project.

Architected, Designed and Developed the WMS Package.

Headed the development and QA teams of 12 people.

Major development was done in March 2004 – April 2005

Implemented WAVE in SMC, Singapore June-July 2007.

Released new version in 2009.

Starbucks, Kent, WA Jan 2009 – May 2009

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 2006R1 Implementation of new WMS

Provided implementation and go-live support of PkMS to the new DC.

Designed and developed interfaces with Host system.

Developed custom packing slip.

Mapped the host orders to the PkMS based on order profile, using “hash tables” mechanism.

Timberland, Stratham, NH Apr 2008 – Dec 2008

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 2004R2 Integration and Price Sticker

Integrated PkMS with their new business acquire of Smart Wools.

Created a framework for designing new price stickers for their new line of business.

Designed and developed 78 different price stickers for their new business.

Worked with bridging process using MQ-Series to pass data back and forth with hosts systems.

Played the role of Expert for PkMS system to implement new Work Order Module and set the road maps.

ShopNBC, Bowling Green, KY Sept 2005 – Oct 2008

(ongoing support thru Feb 2009/client moved off of PkMS)

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 99R2 Support and Customer Compliance

Provides day to day support, troubleshoot PkMS issue, fixed PIX generation issues, modified the Wave process based on the business requirements

Played the role of Technical Expert for PkMS system

Developed the custom collate label consisting of packing slip, return instruction, shipping label and Smart post label

Created UPS manifest and integrated with UPS system of auto transmit of the manifest data when manifest is closed

Created custom routing table maintenance

Automated the receive return process

POLO Ralph Lauren, Highpoint, NC Aug 2007 – Jan 2008

Engagement: WMS Support and MHE consolidation

Consolidated MHE system to the new iSeries machine and upgraded the system to the latest technology

Created monthly sales report

Integrated Freightek system with PkMS system to update shipment receiving dates and status automatically

Created vendor compliance report to issue charge back

Changed active stocking process to create pick location efficiently

Developed several reports that are used in day to day operation

Advanced Marketing Services, San Diego, CA Feb 2006 – Feb 2007

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 2001R1 to WM 2004R2 Upgrade

Working with client, IBM, Manhattan Associates and other third parties

Played the role of Technical Expert, validating the technical specification, estimating the modification, validating the system configuration, planning migration and data conversion strategy

Evaluated the existing mods to promote or eliminate, validated them against newer version of WM and TE modules

Migrated about 50 mods to WM 2004R2

Carhartt, Feb 2005 – Jan 2006

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 2001R2 to WM 2004R2 Upgrade

Technical Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management (WM) and Transportation Execution (TE) solutions

Responsible for evaluating over 100 existing modifications and performing technical solution research to identify modifications for promotion to new version and suggest alternative development approaches to optimize system performance and reduce the overall level of customization

Identified WM 2004R2 modification requirements based on existing system modifications, relevance of modifications to current business processes, and the ability of base 2004R2 functionality to meet business requirements

Identified areas of business and systematic opportunity that could be leveraged with the upgrade

Estimated the development effort and defined resource requirements to prepare the project plan

Responsible for total technical development and customization of WM 2004R2 including writing modifications and managing a team of 5 developers

SureFit, Allentown, PA Feb 2004 – Apr 2004

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 99R1 to WM 2004R2 Upgrade

Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management (WM) and Transportation Execution (TE) solutions

Responsible for total upgrade project including process design, preparing the project plan, process review, functional assessment, technical research and identifying mods

Developed modifications to support business requirements and base solution gaps

Rocky Shoes and Boots, Lancaster, OH Nov 2003 – Feb 2004

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 99R1 to WM 2003R1 Upgrade

Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management (WM) and Transportation Execution (TE) solutions

Responsible for total upgrade project including functional assessment, technical research, process review, customization, and data conversion

Implemented new TE module, UPS Host Access, and FedEx PowerShip Server

Developed modifications to support business requirements and base solution gaps

Provided go-live and post go-live support

GUCCI YSL, Secaucus, NJ Apr 2003 – Oct 2003

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 99R1 to PkMS 2002R1 Upgrade

Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management (WM) and Transportation Execution (TE) solutions

Responsible for total upgrade project including functional assessment, technical research, process review, customization, and data conversion

Provided WM functional and technical expertise to the implementation team including system design and capabilities, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting

Developed end-user training manuals and led training classes

Supported and managed system conversion efforts

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Manhattan Associates, Atlanta, GA Sept 1997 – Mar 2003

Client: WARNACO, Remote

Engagement: SAP Integration with Manhattan Associates’ PkMS

Technical Project Manager for the integration of SAP with Manhattan Associates’ PkMS

Responsible for design and development of the interface strategy, data conversion method, and associated process changes

Developed a data conversion module to provide complete, real-time visibility of the item and order flow in both SAP and PkMS

Client: Bardwill Linen, NJ

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 18.2 to PkMS 2000R1 Upgrade

Technical Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Responsible for technical design, interface design, and software customization

Provided functional and technical expertise to eliminate custom modifications and utilize base functionality with little to no operational change

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Bestform Intimates, Johnstown, PA

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 18.2 Implementation

Technical Project Manager for implementation of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Responsible for technical design, interface design, and software customization

Involved in process design

Configured the system and converted data from the legacy system

Developed a custom solution to support a Small Item Sorter and Shipping Diverter

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: TNT Logistics, Indianapolis, IN

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 2000R1 Implementation

Project Manager for implementation of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Responsible for technical design and software customization

Involved in process design

Configured the system

Involved in EDI process with JDE and PkMS

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Newell Corporation, Atlanta, GA

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 99R1 Implementation

Technical Project Manager for implementation of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Designed a common interface for all Newell divisions including Little Tikes, Mirro, Intercraft, Goody’s Product, and others

Designed the architecture for running multiple divisions from the same server

Responsible for overall system administration

Client: Little Tikes, Akron, OH

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 99R1 Implementation

Technical Project Manager for implementation of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Designed and developed a custom solution for inbound and outbound operations to avoid dead heading

Designed the process flow and technical integration design for communication with Newell’s host system

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Windows Home Fashion (Germany) (Remote)

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 2000R1 Implementation

Technical Project Manager for implementation of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Implemented the multilingual version of PkMS

Designed and developed a custom solution for picking and packing with an AS/RS system

Client: Escada, Rutherford, NJ

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 99R1 Implementation

Technical Project Manager for implementation of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Converted legacy data to the new system

Developed the functional and technical solution designs

Developed custom modifications and patch programs for data conversion

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Pass and Seymour, Concord NC

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 18.2 to 2001R1 Upgrade

Technical Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Responsible for technical design, interface design, and software customization

Provided functional and technical expertise to eliminate custom modifications and utilize base functionality with little to no operational impact

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Fossil, Dallas, TX

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 18.2 to 2001R1 Upgrade

Technical Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Responsible for technical design, interface design, and software customization

Designed and developed a MHE module for pick-to-light and automatic packing and auditing

Developed custom labels and trained development team on how to create MarkMagic labels

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Arlee Home Fashion (Remote)

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 18.2 to 2001R1 Upgrade

Technical Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution (this was the first 2001R1 upgrade)

Responsible for technical design, interface design, and software customization

Eliminated significant modifications by utilizing base alternatives

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Perfumes Givenchy, NJ

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 18.2 to 2000R1 Upgrade

Technical Project Manager for the upgrade of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Responsible for technical design, interface design, and software customization

Designed and developed a MHE interface to batch pick and pack cartons

Managed first implementation of PkMS’ new shipment module including shipment and load concepts

Provided go-live and post go-live support

Client: Jones Apparel (Sun Apparel), El Paso, TX

Engagement: Manhattan Associates’ PkMS 18.2 Reengineering

Technical Project Manager for reengineering of Manhattan Associates’ Warehouse Management solution

Responsible for technical design, interface design, and software customization

Developed a custom modification to match Sun Apparel’s processes with Jones Apparel (after Jones Apparel acquired Sun Apparel)

Provided go-live and post go-live support.

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