Gangaraju B V
Bangalore
Summary
Supply Chain & Operations professional with 5+ years of experience in FMCG dairy products, currently working as Assistant Manager – Supply Chain & Dairy Operations (promoted in April 2025). Strong expertise in demand & production planning, inventory control, multi-location dispatch, vendor coordination, and cost optimization. Proven ability to manage end-to-end supply chain execution, ensuring high service levels, optimal inventory, and cost efficiency through cross-functional leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager – Supply Chain & Dairy Operation
Coffee Day Global Pvt. Ltd. | Bangalore
04.2025 - Current
- Lead end-to-end supply chain operations for FMCG dairy products (UHT milk), coordinating with multiple dairy unions, procurement, quality, logistics, and distribution teams.
- Own monthly demand planning and production alignment, ensuring uninterrupted supply and achievement of service-level targets.
- Manage finished goods and packaging inventory, optimizing safety stock levels and reducing excess/aging inventory.
- Oversee pan-India dispatch operations to multiple warehouses, ensuring on-time delivery through transporter and internal coordination.
- Drive cost optimization initiatives through raw milk price benchmarking, supplier comparisons, and operational efficiency reviews.
- Review and present SCM MIS reports (demand, production, inventory, dispatch, cost) to senior management.
Senior Executive – Supply Chain & Dairy Operations
Coffee Day Global Pvt. Ltd. | Bangalore
02.2022 - 03.2025
- Managed supply planning and execution for FMCG dairy products, coordinating with dairies, procurement, QA, logistics, and distribution teams.
- Planned monthly demand vs production and ensured continuous product availability across warehouses.
- Controlled finished goods and laminate inventory, maintaining buffer stocks while minimizing working capital impact.
- Coordinated nationwide dispatches and worked closely with transporters to maintain delivery schedules.
- Conducted cost analysis by comparing raw milk prices and operational costs across dairy suppliers to support procurement decisions.
- Monitored post-production quality through incubation and QC reports to avoid rejections and supply interruptions.
- Prepared regular MIS reports for internal stakeholders on production, inventory, dispatch, and cost performance.
Technical Officer – Production & Quality Operation
Hassan Co-Operative Milk Producers’ Societies Union Ltd. | Hassan
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Supported production planning, material flow, and dispatch coordination to meet demand requirements.
- Coordinated vendor audits, supplier quality, and material compliance, ensuring uninterrupted supply.
- Supported cost optimization initiatives across transportation, manufacturing, and supplier management.
- Resolved supply chain and quality issues through close coordination with customers and internal teams.
Technical Officer–Production Planning & Operations
Chamarajanagar Milk Union Ltd. | Chamarajanagara
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Executed daily production planning, inventory tracking, and dispatch operations for high-volume dairy processing.
- Maintained production and dispatch MIS including opening/closing stock, actual production, and deliveries.
- Coordinated with plant, QA, and logistics teams to ensure smooth production flow and timely dispatch.
- Ensured compliance with FSSAI, ISO 22000, ISO 9001, AGMARK, and export requirements.
- Contributed to quality excellence initiatives recognized by National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).
Education
M.Tech (Dairy Technology) -
Dairy Science College
Hebbal, Bangalore07-2021
B.Tech (Dairy Technology) -
Dairy Science College
Hebbal, Bangalore07-2016
Skills
- Advanced MS Excel (Demand, Inventory & SCM MIS)
- Inventory, Dispatch & Cost Analysis
- HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSAI Compliance
- SCADA exposure (operations understanding)
- Continuous Improvement Tools
CORE SUPPLY CHAIN COMPETENCIES
- Demand & Production Planning
- Inventory Control & Safety Stock Management
- Logistics & Distribution Operations
- Vendor & Transporter Management
- Cost Analysis & Optimization
- FMCG Supply Chain Operations
- Quality & Compliance Coordination (HACCP, FSSAI)
- Cross-functional Stakeholder Management
- MIS & Data Analysis (Advanced Excel)
Certification
FoSTaC – Advanced Catering (FSSAI) | November 2025
– Food safety management, hygiene, and sanitation practices
– HACCP principles, allergen control, and regulatory compliance
– Food handling, storage, and distribution safety controls.
– Food safety management, hygiene, and sanitation practices
– HACCP principles, allergen control, and regulatory compliance
– Food handling, storage, and distribution safety controls.
Timeline
Assistant Manager – Supply Chain & Dairy Operation
Coffee Day Global Pvt. Ltd. | Bangalore
04.2025 - Current
Senior Executive – Supply Chain & Dairy Operations
Coffee Day Global Pvt. Ltd. | Bangalore
02.2022 - 03.2025
Technical Officer – Production & Quality Operation
Hassan Co-Operative Milk Producers’ Societies Union Ltd. | Hassan
03.2021 - 02.2022
Technical Officer–Production Planning & Operations
Chamarajanagar Milk Union Ltd. | Chamarajanagara
01.2019 - 02.2021
M.Tech (Dairy Technology) -
Dairy Science College
B.Tech (Dairy Technology) -
Dairy Science College