Dynamic Senior Executive with extensive experience in order management and logistics at Mavenir Systems. Proven track record in cost reduction and process optimization, leveraging Oracle ERP and analytical skills to enhance supply chain efficiency. Adept at strategic planning and problem-solving, ensuring timely delivery and compliance across complex operations.
Achieved cost reductions by optimizing order management strategies.
Assessed and specified R&D hardware and software needs from RAN BU.
Engaged procurement team to gather vendor quotes efficiently.
Entered purchase requisitions into Oracle ERP for timely processing.
Supervised approval processes for raised purchase requisitions through diligent follow-ups.
Facilitated delivery tracking of equipment and licenses with sourcing team support.
Checked stock levels with inventory team prior to placing new orders.
Managed inter-unit transfers, ensuring compliance with financial protocols.
Senior Executive Logistics in F&C (Finance & Control)
Nokia Solutions and Network India Pvt Ltd (Sudarshan Cargo Pvt Ltd)
Bengaluru
02.2013 - 03.2022
Oversaw day-to-day management of imports, logistics, and compliance for all import shipments.
Conducted follow-ups on R&D shipments from global suppliers to ensure timely processing.
Coordinated with freight forwarders for ETA updates and handled customs clearance documentation.
Engaged with STPI, Customs, EPC, and Central Excise departments to maintain compliance standards.
Proactively addressed customs queries to expedite shipment clearances through effective documentation.
Collaborated with technical teams to secure necessary catalogues for customs requirements.
Administered de-bonding and destruction of bonded goods in accordance with regulations.
Supervised re-export operations for faulty equipment and managed re-import processes.
Senior Executive in Order Management
Alcatel–Lucent India Ltd
Bengaluru
02.2009 - 01.2013
Order administration - Identifying requirements from various BU’s mainly focusing on R&D H/w & S/w.
Negotiating with approved list of suppliers.
Scrutinizing the quotes.
Preparing comparative statements of equivalent suppliers.
Getting confirmations from respective council/business heads on the final proposals.
Generating PO reports from SAP.
Releasing PO’s in SAP and closely following up with suppliers for faster/on time deliveries.
Reporting savings in e-procurement tools.
Renewal of AMC & issuing extension letters before due dates.
Suggesting lab managers to use in-house materials thereby minimizing spend.
MIS Reporting & Maintenance of supplier Database.
Follow-up for the prompt delivery of the materials for all PO’s released.
Co-ordinating with vendors/suppliers to improve credit days as per global terms.
Commercial Executive
MobileNXT Online Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
07.2008 - 10.2008
Creating Purchase Order in ERP - Microsoft Navision (LS-RETAIL).
Co-ordinating with MobileNXT stores/vendor/distributor for getting the stock.
Creating the invoice/bill for the customers in Microsoft Navision.
In charge of Packing & delivering the products to customers PAN India basis.
Coordinating with courier services to get the product delivery within time frame.
Coordinating with finance team for on time payments to vendors/distributors within the credit period.
Hands-on and leadership experience across a range of logistics functions including Inventory management, customer service, forecasting of transportation of materials.
MIS of Sale Orders and Stocks.
Executive M&L (Materials & Logistics)
Tata Communications Ltd (VSNL)
Bengaluru
11.2006 - 07.2008
Design and implement innovative strategies for maximizing storage space in warehouse.
Verify purchase orders and invoices against delivery.
Service Entry of Invoices for payment process.
In SAP creating PO, releasing PO, creating GRN for project stock, GIN from project stock, issuing material to cost center, FRN, STN.
Transfer posting from one WBS to another, transferring the material to vendor, blocking & un-blocking the Materials.
Reverse logistics – Faulty equipments getting from DSLAMs and sending for repair center/vendors and co-ordinating with team on returning of repaired equipments back to warehouse/DSLAMs.
Handled routine of equipments collection form different sites, receiving, shipping and packing functions in accordance with established work processes.
Daily report of warehouse Stocks on hand and MIS report weekly & monthly.
Warehouse activities & transportation handling.
Technical Field Engineer
Tata Indicom Broadband (VSNL)
Bengaluru
03.2006 - 11.2006
Configuration & troubleshooting of LAN.
Managing Ethernet Cabling from Towers to Hub & customers sites.
Installation of Billion ADSL Routers, XAVI Router and Modems, Troubleshooting hardware and network related problems.
Configuring and troubleshooting the routers through telnet.
Remotely trouble shooting of Hardware and Network related issues.
Configuring and maintaining Servers and clients systems under multi-user platforms Like Linux, windows.
Education
Masters - Retail Supply Chain Management
NIRM
01.2015
Bachelor - Computer Application
Alagappa University
01.2009
Diploma - E & C
Board of Technical Education Karnataka
01.2004
Skills
Order management
Supply chain logistics
Inventory management
Imports (STPI, EPC, and Customs)
Logistics & Transport operations
Analytical skills
Cost reduction
Problem solving
Strategic planning
Process optimization
Time management abilities
Oracle ERP, SAP ERP, LS Retail, and MS Navision
Certification
Certified in DOS, WIN98, MSoffice & E-commerce, STG, 2001
Certified in Unix, Programming in C & C++, 2002
Certified in Masters In Network Administration, Jetking, 2005