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Dheeraj Yellampalli
WH Ops Lead- PAN India
Koramangala
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Operations Leader with over 12 years of experience in supply chain management and cross-departmental operations. Proven expertise in analytical problem-solving, combined with a strong ability to build, lead, and motivate high-performing teams. Committed to optimizing processes that reduce costs while enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Strategic thinker dedicated to driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates
3
3
Languages
Work History
WH Operations Head
Mensa Brands
02.2022 - Current
- Handling end-to-end operations of both Central and Brand Warehouse (WH) networks across India, managing a cumulative warehousing footprint of approx. 4.7 lakh sq.ft.
- Successfully established 5 warehouses from the ground up – including site selection, vendor onboarding, resource hiring, infrastructure development, and systems implementation.
- Administered annual warehouse budgets of ₹8–10 Cr, achieving 15–20% cost savings through process automation, enhanced space utilization, and elimination of operational waste.
- Optimized WMS/OMS platforms (Increff, Uniware) to streamline daily operations, enabling minimal manpower dependency and improved efficiency.
- Executed a strategic migration of 14 Brand Warehouses into Central Warehouses, delivering a cost saving of approx. ₹30 Cr annually.
- Played a pivotal role in onboarding and integrating multiple marketplace channels during early-stage brand development, ensuring seamless operational scalability.
- Led cross-functional projects in collaboration with Category Operations, external WMS/Tech vendors, and internal technology teams, streamlining operations and driving annual savings of ₹3 Cr.
- Improved all warehouse metrics (D2S, P2D, and O2D) by over 40% or More compared to initial performance levels.
Operations Manager
Udaan.com
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed end-to-end operations of Inbound, Inventory Management, and Returns for 150+ manpower (FTC & FTE).
- Boosted cross-functional manpower skillset from 30% to 91% in 3 months; improved utilization by 30%.
- Increased process adherence from 67% to 90% via targeted training, audits, and corrective actions.
- Conducted regular Time & Motion Studies (TMS) and reset targets, driving productivity gains.
- Led warehouse design pilot projects and implemented space-optimization solutions for excess/obsolete inventory.
- Optimized warehouse space through excess/obsolete inventory management, process improvements, and innovative storage designs.
Central Ops Analyst
Udaan.com
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed day-to-day live operational issues for Transportation Centers (TCs) and Warehouses (WHs) across PAN India.
- Set up entire South India facilities (2 WHs and 1 TC) from scratch.
- Led the virtual TC setup project nationwide, from concept to implementation.
- Delivered 20+ process improvement initiatives across TCs and WHs.
- Led EHS Safety Charter implementation across all TCs and WHs.
- Developed and implemented SOPs to close process gaps, align stakeholders, and ensure compliance
Senior Executive
Flipkart
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Managing end to end operations of Returns I.e. Inbound,Put-away,Inventory,Picking,Packing,Dispatch and Vendor Management & IWIT.
- Validating and rating the refurbished products as per the Grading system.
- Planning for Picking,Packing and dispatches as per the schedule shared by the central liquidation team.
- Doing Root cause analysis on wrong receiving, Vendor Issues, Wrong Put-away, Short & Excess Picking and Miss-shipments and Coordinating with ex-brands for DOA returns.
- Increased the picking IPP from 50 to 70 per hour and saved the cost of 1.2 Lakh per month.
Regional Spare Coordinator
Videocon
07.2013 - 06.2018
- Ensured smooth dispatch of spare parts from branch stores to service centers.
- Planned Minimum Stock Level (MSL) and Spare Parts Demand (SPD) for the entire zone.
- Coordinated with factories and central warehouse teams for timely spares supply.
- Monitored in-warranty and out-warranty spare consumption zone-wide.
- Managed timely return dispatch of defective spares from stores to factories.
- Shared quality reports with factories to drive product improvements.
- Approved replacement and depreciation of obsolete spare parts across the zone.
Education
BCA - Bachelor of Computer Applications
Rabindranath Tagore University
MP 06.2018 - 06.2021
DEEE - Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Sarva Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth
Bangalore 07.2010 - 06.2013
Skills
Operations
Inventory Planning & Management
Transportation & Delivery Management
Cost Management & Planning (Fixed & Variables)
Vendor Management
Analytical skills
Sales and Operations Planning
Project Management & WH Design
Certification
Kool Guru-Process Trainer-Issued by Flipkart
Timeline
LSS Green Belt
06-2024
WH Operations Head
Mensa Brands
02.2022 - Current
Operations Manager
Udaan.com
06.2021 - 02.2022
Central Ops Analyst
Udaan.com
08.2019 - 06.2021
ISO Internal Auditor- Issued by Flipkart
02-2019
Business Continuity Management- Issued by Flipkart
10-2018
Senior Executive
Flipkart
06.2018 - 08.2019
BCA - Bachelor of Computer Applications
Rabindranath Tagore University
06.2018 - 06.2021
Kool Guru-Process Trainer-Issued by Flipkart
06-2018
Regional Spare Coordinator
Videocon
07.2013 - 06.2018
DEEE - Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Sarva Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth
07.2010 - 06.2013
Software
Google Sheets & Slides
SAP & ERP
SQL