Arun Kumar G
Warehouse Operation
Chennai
Summary
A seasoned and accomplished business professional with over 13 years of diverse experience, demonstrating proven abilities in warehouse operations, inventory efficiency improvement, team leadership, and project management within the E-commerce Logistics & Courier Industries.
Proficient in warehouse operations, with a focus on optimizing inventory management, inbound and outbound logistics, and building cohesive teams
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Deputy Manager
Reliance Retail Ltd
Chennai
01.2022 - Current
- Ensure inventory control needs are consistently met by improving and developing inventory management process
- Managed SKU for FMCG, Staples,HPC & Beauty Products
- Holding inventory accuracy of 99.8% with 100% DMS
- Manage 3rd party payment provider relationships, including overseeing new service provider identification, negotiation and selection processes
- Create plan based on sales forecasts and product trend
- Monitoring Inventory hygiene through regular scheduled & random PI .Coordinate with Global PI team for wall to wall count in a year for all sites
- Doing regular cycle count audit (Bin vs Accuracy) and following Replan audit, Put away Audit on everyday basis and supply audits to monitor shrinkage of 0.4%
- WMS set up in new DCs and shifting of existing DCs to new locations
- Monitoring all SLOCs Created reports detailing all aspects of inventory
- Conducting Auction on regular basis for dump, damage sales and reconcile inventory
- Recruiting, hiring and managing a team of Inventory Counters & Presenting reports and analyses to senior managers
Cluster Manager
Udaan Express Pvt Ltd
Chennai
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Led the complete material management operation in the organization, overseeing planning, monitoring, and execution.
- Conducted Time and Motion studies to identify opportunities for process improvement, continuously enhancing productivity in picking, put away, packing, and handover activities.
- Implemented process improvements that optimized manpower utilization, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Took responsibility for Capacity Planning, calculating the holding-rated capacity of the warehouse, and allocating space to each category. Planned and consolidated stocks of different categories following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to optimize available warehouse space and manpower.
- Accountable for the weekly and monthly stock accounting process, ensuring variance clearance, and efficiently handling frozen and damaged stocks.
- Maintained a strong focus on smooth coordination with service providers and external agencies to facilitate uninterrupted operations and ensure timely delivery of goods.
Team Lead
Paytm E-Commerce Pvt Ltd
Chennai
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed and controlled multiple client (3PL) Fulfillment Center, ensuring smooth and efficient warehouse activities.
- Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for FCs, emphasizing processes such as First-In, First-Out (FIFO) management to optimize inventory handling.
- Played a pivotal role in the growth of a newly established company in the 3PL industry, overseeing daily high-volume e-commerce order fulfillment.
- Coordinated with the Category team to facilitate the smooth inwards stock management and on-time receipt of materials
- Conducted close monitoring of FCs' fill-rate and performed daily, weekly, and monthly analyses to maintain optimal performance.
- Oversaw reconciliation processes for Return to Origin (RTO) damages, internal losses/damages by FC, pending stock, return goods, damage, liquidation, and BAD inventory management
Assistant Regional Manager
Shopcj Network Pvt Ltd
Chennai
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Prepared daily Management Information System (MIS) reports for all inward and outward materials, providing real-time insights into inventory status.
- Generated Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs) for all inward materials in SAP, ensuring accurate and organized record-keeping.
- Managed the ordering and invoicing process for all loaded materials (stock transfer/sales) from the site using SAP.
- Conducted daily warehouse stock checks and reconciled data with SAP, prioritizing adherence to First-In, First-Out (FIFO) and First-Expired, First-Out (FEFO) principles.
- Prepared monthly Forecast Reports, encompassing stock levels, stock requirements.
- Oversaw the efficient operation of the warehouse, ensuring proper storage, stock rotation, and movement of goods while maintaining safety and quality management
Senior Executive
Flipkart - Instakart Logistics
Chennai
09.2013 - 12.2015
- Proficiently managed the allocation and transfer of stocks, conducting routine inspections to ensure reconciliation of physical stock in the warehouse.
- Prepared daily Management Information System (MIS) reports for all inward and outward stocks, providing real-time insights into inventory status.
- Maintained trackers for shortages, interchanges, damages, and other inventory discrepancies, promptly rectifying issues within stipulated timeframes.
- Provided Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) guidance and material handling training to onboard employees and laborers, promoting efficient warehouse practices.
- Strictly adhered to the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method, optimizing inventory handling and minimizing wastage.
Quality Control Engineer
HF Fasteners and Electrical Pvt Ltd
Hosur
05.2010 - 08.2013
- Successfully managed CAPA operations and rejection processes, maintaining compliance with QMS norms.
- Prepared PPAP and APQP documents for new product launches, ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw inspection activities, including receiving, processing, and final inspections, resulting in improved product quality.
- Prepared PO schedules and negotiated contracts, contributing to cost-effective project execution
Education
B.E - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Sri Sai Ram Engineering College
Chennai 06.2006 - 04.2009
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engg
Vignesh Polytechnic College
Thiruvannamalai 06.2003 - 03.2006
Skills
Fulfillment Operation
Inventory Management
Inbound Operation
Outbound Operation
WMS
Warehouse Operation
Vendor Management
SAP R3, SAP HANA, SCM ERP
Fleet Management
Accomplishments
- Attended the course on ISO 9001: 2008 Certified Lead Auditor (QMS)
- Reducing the UD Stickers Utilization (Lean Yellow Belt)
- Vendor Transportation Process Flow
Timeline
Deputy Manager
Reliance Retail Ltd
01.2022 - Current
Cluster Manager
Udaan Express Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 01.2022
Team Lead
Paytm E-Commerce Pvt Ltd
03.2018 - 03.2019
Assistant Regional Manager
Shopcj Network Pvt Ltd
03.2018 - 03.2019
Senior Executive
Flipkart - Instakart Logistics
09.2013 - 12.2015
Quality Control Engineer
HF Fasteners and Electrical Pvt Ltd
05.2010 - 08.2013
B.E - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Sri Sai Ram Engineering College
06.2006 - 04.2009
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engg
Vignesh Polytechnic College
06.2003 - 03.2006