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SENTHIL KUMAR KUPPUSWAMY

Summary

Dynamic and assertive professional with proven experience in Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Inventory Management, Distribution planning and Team Management with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with main focus of Customer First.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Technician

Polytubes LP
03.2024 - Current
  • Handling the daily production process of various LDPE,HDPE pipes used for irrigation,potable water and gas flow
  • Producing the finished pipes as per production schedule and follow the procedures of coiling,strapping and palletizing the pipes as per product specifications
  • Sampling is done for checking dimensional accuracy,visual defects on the pipe surface and report to quality team for any discrepancies
  • Ensuring movement of all palletized pipes to designated area by using overhead Cranes,battery powered hand trolley and forklift with wearing all safety PPE
  • Maintaining a clean ,safe and production work place in compliance with OSHA and company directives,using safety first practices to maintain accident-free.

Store Supervisor

Asian Superstore
06.2022 - 02.2024
  • Leading a dynamic Sales & Operations team to perform their duties and ensure proper operation of the Store
  • Implemented inventory planning,maintain optimal inventory turnover ratio, product availability and achieve desired profitability as per management plan
  • Managed all functional areas to ensure that proper receiving, storage and shipment of merchandise are completed efficiently and accurately for all customer orders
  • Maintained safe handling,proper labeling,storage and documentation of food products and report any known or observed violations to management
  • Analyzed reports on sales data, inventory levels,market trends and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and implemented strategies to increase sales
  • Provide training to improve the knowledge base of the staff and utilize them in multi-tasking to maintain Stores productivity.

Store Manager

New Jayam Hypermarket
07.2017 - 05.2022
  • Handled effective management of all financial and daily operational parameters of the store
  • Achieved financial objectives by forecasting requirements,scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions
  • Efficient inventory management ensures that customers have access to the products they need and minimizes stockouts or overstock situations
  • Responsible for entering inventory receipts and shipments in computer system in timely manner as product physically moves through assigned warehouses
  • Built positive relationships with customers by understanding their needs by providing personalized recommendations and handle customer complaints professionally.

Deputy Manager – Planning & Materials

Kadimi Special Steels Pvt Ltd
10.2015 - 10.2016
  • Identified and developed potential vendors globally for the right source selection and achieve cost effective purchases, resolve bottlenecks and reduction in lead-time
  • Managing supply-chain and inventory control including inbound freight,warehousing,order fulfillment,tagging & packaging ,distribution and outbound freight to customers
  • On-time processing and dispatch of orders with accordance to the cut-off timings ,maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements
  • Managed a clean and safe working environment by complying with the Job safety analysis, Standard Operating Procedures and work place safety rules and report any discrepancies
  • Possess knowledge of SAP WM module for warehouse operations such as inventory management, goods receipt and issue, stock transfers, picking and packing processes and Shipping.

Assistant Manager – Materials Management

Corewire Surface Technology Pvt Ltd
12.2011 - 10.2015
  • Handled sourcing of cost effective suppliers for alloy steel forgings, , sheet metals for fabrication, finished spares, machine tooling's, measuring instruments, oils, lubricants with quality and reliability in supply
  • Coordinated the vendors to ensure 100 % on time material delivery with proper follow up plan and ensured all relevant test certificates, manuals and documents pre-approved by Quality inspector for delivery
  • Perfoming daily activity of receiving ,verifying incoming stock with packing slip is accurate and pick orders for shipping according to picking list of customer orders
  • Parts and equipments are picked in a timely manner for all internal and external orders with proper Material handling equipments like forklift, pallet jacks and overhead crane equipment with safety procedures
  • Maintain clean working area with routine housekeeping and machine cleaning tasks after loading and unloading materials from the Trucks.

Senior Executive - Procurement department

Suhail Bahwan Automobiles LLC
11.2008 - 12.2011
  • Handled major vendors globally Japan, USA, Europe, Korea and Singapore for procuring automobile spares and Sub-assemblies of Nissan and Renault vehicles
  • Tracked and maintained inventory levels of fast moving spares parts in the stores required in the shop and release automated orders at re-order level
  • Monitored all inbound & outbound materials and reported material discrepancy to Claim Department
  • Achieved 98 % Fill Rate of critical automobile service parts through continual improvement forecast planning.

Engineer – Production department

Maruthi Castproducts
07.2006 - 11.2008
  • Involved in raw material planning and make schedules according to production plans
  • Prepared and maintained detailed layouts of the casting production unit for maximum utility
  • Monitored and updated all machine records, asset checklist, SOP and prepare MIS reports and Equipment's AMC status with the vendors
  • Maintained best practices in production process, work shop maintenance and workers health and safety regulations.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing -

College of Engineering Guindy, Anna university
01.2006

Skills

  • Strategic sourcing
  • Order management
  • Distribution planning
  • Inventory management
  • Procurement management
  • Vendor & Contract management
  • Warehouse management
  • Team management
  • SAP ERP 60 MM/WM
  • MS-Office Suite

Languages

English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Process Technician

Polytubes LP
03.2024 - Current

Store Supervisor

Asian Superstore
06.2022 - 02.2024

Store Manager

New Jayam Hypermarket
07.2017 - 05.2022

Deputy Manager – Planning & Materials

Kadimi Special Steels Pvt Ltd
10.2015 - 10.2016

Assistant Manager – Materials Management

Corewire Surface Technology Pvt Ltd
12.2011 - 10.2015

Senior Executive - Procurement department

Suhail Bahwan Automobiles LLC
11.2008 - 12.2011

Engineer – Production department

Maruthi Castproducts
07.2006 - 11.2008

Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing -

College of Engineering Guindy, Anna university
SENTHIL KUMAR KUPPUSWAMY