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Varun Mohan

North york,Canada

Summary

An adroit and astute professional with 6 years of experience in the cross functional area of supply chain and logistics. Highly organized and detail-oriented with 6 years of experience in leadership roles, coordinating and managing logistics and operations in fast-paced environments. Skilled in communication, time management, prioritization and problem-solving to ensure smooth dispatching of goods, vehicles, and personnel. Proficient in utilizing dispatch software and systems, with a proven ability to handle high-pressure situations while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Manager

Sherway Group
06.2023 - Current
  • Supervising the entire site and having a team of 22 direct reports and responsible for their appraisals
  • Handling dispatch, receiving and order picking, inventory management and customer service at the site
  • Liaison and coordinate with carriers and get best route rates for delivery and pickup for LTL and FTL freight
  • Respond to customer inquiries and provide solutions for logistical roadblocks
  • Maintain SQF and Health and safety standards in the workplace and conduct monthly audits and trainings

Lead Dispatcher -Afternoon operations

New Zealand Lamb co.
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Lead and manage a team of dispatchers, providing guidance, training, and support
  • Assign daily tasks to dispatchers and ensure workload is evenly distributed
  • Coordinate and assign vehicles/drivers/technicians based on priority, location, and availability to ensure timely and accurate service delivery
  • Monitor ongoing operations using dispatching software to track vehicle locations, manage ETAs, and handle real-time issues
  • Resolve customer and operational issues by troubleshooting logistical challenges, providing solutions
  • Prepare regular reports on dispatch performance, including metrics like on-time delivery rates, customer satisfaction, and route efficiency
  • Provide drivers with clear and precise route instructions, including the best possible path and delivery sequence

Dispatcher- (Freezer Division)

Farm boy Inc.
04.2021 - 07.2022
  • Managed dispatch operations for a fleet of 20 trucks and coordinated with drivers to ensure smooth and efficient operations
  • Handled inbound and outbound calls to schedule deliveries/pickups, provide trailer requirements, and address customer concerns
  • Collaborated with the logistics team to ensure trailer specifics and compliance with safety standards
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with internal teams and external vendors, ensuring effective communication across all levels
  • Minimize Travel Time and Distance- Continuously monitor routes to reduce overall travel time, fuel consumption, and operational costs by using mapping software and GPS technology
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules for fleet vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with industry regulations

Receiver (Cold Chain)

Metro Inc.
07.2020 - 04.2021
  • Company Overview: Ontario
  • Receive and Inspect Shipments: Accurately verified incoming shipments by comparing delivery documentation with physical items received, ensuring proper quantities and quality standards
  • Document and Record Data: Maintained detailed records of all received goods, updated inventory management systems, and filed paperwork for future reference
  • Unload and Handle Materials: Safely unloaded deliveries using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring careful handling of fragile or high-value items
  • Inventory Management: Organized and stored goods in appropriate locations, monitored stock levels, and communicated with the inventory team for restocking needs
  • Resolve Discrepancies: Communicated with suppliers to address discrepancies, damaged goods, or incomplete deliveries, ensuring timely resolution and return processing when necessary
  • Ontario

Inventory Controller and Logistics manager

Healthcare at Home
09.2018 - 09.2019

Warehouse/Ecommerce Manager

Bombay Dyeing & Manufacturing Ltd.
10.2016 - 07.2018

Education

Post Graduate degree - Supply Chain management

St. Lawrence college
Cornwall, ON
01.2023

Bachelor Degree - Science

01.2014

Skills

  • Communication and Coordination
  • Time Management & Problem-Solving
  • Emergency Response Management
  • Customer Service
  • Logistics planning & Optimization
  • Leadership and delegation
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Safety oriented
  • Clear communicator
  • Maintains calm under pressure
  • Well versed with OSHA practices
  • Experience with route planning and optimization
  • Software proficiency
  • WHMIS proficiency
  • SAP in material management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

1)Was able to reduce operational cost by 34%

2)Increased productivity of team by 100% thereby cutting labor cost by 15%.

3)Was able to achieve SQF audit score of 99%

4)Ranked the highest customer satisfaction score out of all the other sites with only 10% customer complaints.

5)One of the lowest employee turnover rate.

6)0 safety infringement or shipment quality complaints.

Softwares

Truckmate,Dispatch track,EZloads.Blue Yonder, Red prairie,SAP

Timeline

Site Manager

Sherway Group
06.2023 - Current

Lead Dispatcher -Afternoon operations

New Zealand Lamb co.
09.2022 - 06.2023

Dispatcher- (Freezer Division)

Farm boy Inc.
04.2021 - 07.2022

Receiver (Cold Chain)

Metro Inc.
07.2020 - 04.2021

Inventory Controller and Logistics manager

Healthcare at Home
09.2018 - 09.2019

Warehouse/Ecommerce Manager

Bombay Dyeing & Manufacturing Ltd.
10.2016 - 07.2018

Bachelor Degree - Science

Post Graduate degree - Supply Chain management

St. Lawrence college
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