Anirudh Padmanabhan
Co-Founder Retalp | AI & Automation | Retail SCM | IOT | AV
Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu
Summary
At Retalp, I'm all about turning chaos into clarity - ensuring our operations run like clockwork while delivering smart solutions that genuinely help enterprises thrive. Technology today sits at the core of every function in modern retail - from merchandising and production planning to manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, sales, customer intelligence and marketing. We partner with our clients across this entire value chain, helping them navigate their digital and AI journey through the Retalp SCM Platform - applying AI wherever and whenever it creates real competitive advantage. AI is no longer optional - it's becoming the operating standard. We help companies adopt it in a practical, outcome-driven way. Because no two companies operate the same way - even within the same market - we work closely with each client to build tailored solutions, acting as an extended technology arm to their business. If you're curious about what we're up to or want to explore collaboration, let's connect.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Retalp
11.2024 - Current
- Led the development of AI solutions for Retail at Retalp, focusing on increasing efficiency and profitability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement innovative tech solutions for daily retail challenges.
- Delivering custom solutions to clients depending on their specific needs.
- AI & Automation | Retail SCM | IOT | AV
Seed Investor
JUST SHAWARMA
01.2021 - Current
Director Of Development
Altus Solar
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
11.2020 - Current
- Spearheading market expansion and brand positioning for a leading renewable energy EPC firm with 20+ MW of completed projects.
- Managing end-to-end business development for a diverse portfolio, including Ground Mounted, Sloped Rooftop, and Flat Roof solar power plants.
- Negotiating and executing Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), enabling corporate clients to transition to clean energy with zero upfront investment.
- Leveraging our in-house proprietary solar design software (built on advanced simulation logic) to provide clients with higher accuracy in ROI and energy yield projections.
- Collaborating with engineering teams to ensure project delivery meets the highest safety and efficiency standards in the Indian market.
- A leading renewable energy EPC firm with 20+ MW of completed projects.
Co Founder
INKA Casa Intelligente
Coimbatore
09.2014 - Current
- We consult, design and execute customs solutions to enhance our customers lifestyles.
- We currently have our presence in 5 cities in South India and rapidly expanding.
- A Home Automation company striving to become a name to recon with in our chosen field of work.
Junior Risk Analyst
GE Capital
Milano
11.2011 - 12.2012
- As part of regulatory requirements for GE, Vbinders are required every quarter. I complete and maintain the records of these Vbinders by taking ownership of them.
- Creating financial models for analyzing the performance of various assets, analyzing the results and making recommendations and suggestions based on the models.
- Studying the current volatile macro economic situation and using them in modeling, Vbinders and to make better assessment of GE's portfolio under the circumstances.
- Creating internal reports about the Italian Real Estate market and the Real Estate Market in Europe.
- Supporting in Business Development activities of the company, by providing current market data.
Intern
Hyundai Motor India Ltd
11.2009 - 05.2010
- Worked in Production Planning and Control.
- Feeding List Preparation, Study and Analysis of Plant 1 & Plant 2.
- Manpower Optimization analysis of Plant1 & Plant 2.
- Design and Development of Logistics (Parts Logistics & Warehouse Management) System for Plant 1 & Plant 2.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Engineering/Industrial Management
Politecnico di Milano
01.2012
Bachelor of Engineering (BE) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
PSG College of Technology
01.2010
Skills
- Solar System Design
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Supply Chain Management
Languages
English
Tamil
Hindi
Italian
German
Telugu
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Retalp
11.2024 - Current
Seed Investor
JUST SHAWARMA
01.2021 - Current
Director Of Development
Altus Solar
11.2020 - Current
Co Founder
INKA Casa Intelligente
09.2014 - Current
Junior Risk Analyst
GE Capital
11.2011 - 12.2012
Intern
Hyundai Motor India Ltd
11.2009 - 05.2010
Master of Science (M.S.) - Engineering/Industrial Management
Politecnico di Milano
Bachelor of Engineering (BE) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
PSG College of Technology