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BALAJI S

BALAJI S

Bengaluru

Summary

Over 8 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, specializing in Logistics, Warehouse, and Inventory Management. Proven ability to optimize warehouse operations and manage transport logistics, resulting in significant cost reductions. Expertise in utilizing technology for improved supply chain visibility and material management, including SAP MM and various 3PL WMS systems. Strong track record of building vendor relationships and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Inventory Specialist

ARTICA
Bangalore
08.2024 - Current
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure timely customer order fulfillment and minimize stockouts.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory transactions for inbound and outbound shipments.
  • Supported demand planning by analyzing historical data to forecast future inventory needs.
  • Managed inventory across Amazon and Walmart fulfillment centers to optimize stock availability.
  • Identified obsolete or slow-moving inventory for removal, enhancing overall system efficiency.
  • Planned inventory levels at 3PL warehouses to balance storage costs with space utilization.
  • Analyzed monthly shipment costs to eliminate unnecessary expenses and improve budget management.
  • Collaborated with procurement and finance teams to align inventory planning with budget forecasts.

Senior Executive

LANDMARK GROUP
Bangalore
05.2021 - 08.2024
  • Managed logistics for PAN India warehouses serving 90+ stores, supervising a $34 million inventory while exceeding productivity goals.
  • Facilitated WMS migrations from Oracle to SAP, partnering with ABAP team on master data creation and interface checks.
  • Analyzed slow-moving inventory of over 8,000 SKUs and implemented action plans to optimize management efficiency.
  • Directed online fulfillment operations for Ajio, Myntra, Amazon, Flipkart, and internal eCommerce platforms for smooth order processing.
  • Executed sales forecasts for inbound and outbound activities at distribution centers to increase responsiveness.
  • Tracked logistics from ports to stores, ensuring effective container tracking for all shipments.
  • Worked closely with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies for scheduled shipments and consistent material availability.
  • Developed automated supply chain visibility reports that improved operational transparency and decision-making capabilities.

Operations Executive

DHL Supply chain India pvt ltd
Bangalore
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Oversaw multiple departments at Puma Sports India Pvt. Ltd., coordinating inward, outward, and transport operations.
  • Led SAP implementation in warehouse, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Contributed to SAP implementation across warehouses, creating material master records and RFID systems.
  • Coordinated with customers and management to resolve escalations promptly, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
  • Delegated tasks to provide stretch assignments while coaching team members for performance improvement.
  • Spearheaded improvement projects focused on 5S, safety, and Kaizen, achieving operational excellence organization-wide.
  • Planned daily activities and established monthly achievement awards, significantly boosting team morale.
  • Prepared monthly KPI reports that identified improvement areas and supported strategic planning initiatives.

Assistant Officer

TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS)
Bangalore
02.2017 - 08.2018

Graduate Engineer

CNF Automotive
Chennai
05.2015 - 06.2016

Education

MBA - Operations Management

Tamil Nadu Open University
Chennai
05-2023

B.Tech - Automobile Engineering

B.S.Abdur Rahman University
Chennai
04-2015

Skills

  • SAP MM configuration
  • Inventory control and precision
  • SAP MM
  • Materials management
  • Inventory management
  • Data analytics and reporting
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Cost efficiency strategies
  • Warehouse logistics
  • Procurement collaboration
  • Material handling expertise

PROJECTS

  • Worked in SAP implementation across six warehouses within the Landmark Group, including the migration of Warehouse Management (WM) systems from Oracle to SAP
  • Collaborated with the ABAP team on data migration and supported pre- and post-cutover activities to ensure a smooth transition
  • Developed and configured key master data elements, including material, vendor, customer, plant, storage locations, and output types
  • Executed functional testing for critical business processes, including Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and End-to-End (E2E) scenarios to validate system integration and performance

Timeline

Inventory Specialist

ARTICA
08.2024 - Current

Senior Executive

LANDMARK GROUP
05.2021 - 08.2024

Operations Executive

DHL Supply chain India pvt ltd
08.2018 - 05.2021

Assistant Officer

TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS)
02.2017 - 08.2018

Graduate Engineer

CNF Automotive
05.2015 - 06.2016

MBA - Operations Management

Tamil Nadu Open University

B.Tech - Automobile Engineering

B.S.Abdur Rahman University

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