GOPINATH V
Thiruvelangadu
Summary
I am an experienced logistics and supply chain management professional with over 14 years in the industry. My role has encompassed managing vendor relationships, dispatch operations, and warehouse logistics. I have a strong background in maintaining inventory control and documentation, and I am adept at using software tools to track and optimize logistics processes
Highly motivated Logistics Executive with extensive experience executing efficient transportation of shipments and meeting customer demand while minimizing costs. Strengths include freight sales, carrier price negotiation and training. Provides strong and supportive leadership to work in team environment.
Focused logistics executive offering several years of industry experience. Diverse background in corporate expense management and cost analysis. Accustomed to maximizing profit through data analysis and contract negotiation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Executive
Hyundai Glovis
12.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Logistics and supply chain management
- Handling own fleet vehicles
- Tracking
- Drivers handling
- Customer handling
- Service provider bills processing
- Payment process
- Logistics and supply chain management
- Negotiated contracts and rates with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing structure.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations during transport of goods.
- Created and implemented supply chain processes for efficient logistics operations.
- Managed the selection of appropriate carriers for transportation services.
- Implemented strategies to reduce lead times, improve service levels, and increase customer satisfaction ratings.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure cost-effective freight services.
- Maintained up-to-date records on shipments including tracking numbers, delivery dates.
- Initiated supply chain sourcing for and delivery routes.
Business Development Manager
Safexpress Pvt Limited
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: A leader in supply chain and logistics services
- Customer relationship management
- Tracking shipments and bill submissions
- Handling escalations and managing business development
- A leader in supply chain and logistics services
- Participated in weekly meetings with executive leadership team members to discuss progress toward goals.
- Researched target markets to understand the needs of current and potential customers.
- Collaborated with internal teams for successful execution of projects.
- Prepared reports on sales performance metrics such as revenue growth rate, conversion rates and lead-to-customer ratios.
- Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
- Organized meetings between senior management and prospective customers.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in products and services offered.
- Drafted proposals for prospects in response to their requests for information.
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Managed all aspects of client accounts including contract negotiations, project planning, budgeting, invoicing and payment processing.
- Developed strategic partnerships with vendors and suppliers to ensure cost efficiency.
Logistic excutive
Argus Cosmetics Limited
chennai
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: A cosmetics company dealing with logistics in distribution
- Managing daily dispatches and ensuring timely delivery of materials for customers
- Handling transporter bills and documentation for daily dispatches
- Tracking of goods and coordinating with the production team
- Creating purchase orders in Tally
- A cosmetics company dealing with logistics in distribution
- Monitored inventory levels and initiated re-stocking processes when necessary.
- Organized distribution networks including trucking fleets, warehouses, and third-party vendors.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, safety regulations and applicable laws.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
- Reviewed invoices from carriers and vendors for accuracy prior to processing payments.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipping issues or delays in transit times.
Supply Chain Executive
Tube Investment of India Ltd, Murugappa Group
07.2013 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: A leading company in automotive and logistics
- Managing 35 external vendors, ensuring timely availability of materials
- Coordinating the production team for dispatch and arranging vehicles
- Making road permits and ASN for specific customers
- Warehouse management and inventory control
- Managing transporters and E-Way bills
- A leading company in automotive and logistics
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders such as suppliers, distributors and customers to ensure smooth flow of goods and services.
- Tracked shipments throughout their journey ensuring timely delivery and providing updates when necessary.
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to improve inventory management and reduce costs.
- Provided training sessions on various aspects of supply chain management for staff members at all levels.
- Drafted reports outlining progress made towards meeting targets related to cost reduction initiatives.
- Led the implementation of a new warehouse management system to streamline operations across multiple warehouses.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the supply chain network.
- Forecasted demand trends based on historical sales data and adjusted ordering processes accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, regulations and company policies in the supply chain operations.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles into production processes resulting in improved throughput times.
- Coordinated logistics activities including transportations planning, warehousing, distribution and customer service.
- Established processes for tracking orders from supplier through delivery to customers.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing procedures and practices in order to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Created metrics to measure performance of suppliers, vendors, and other partners in the supply chain.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for best pricing on materials and services.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions related to procurement, shipping, receiving and inventory control.
- Analyzed supply chain data and identified areas of improvement to increase efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings.
- Monitored vendor performance against established SLAs.
Logistics Officer
IVC Logistics Pvt Limited
05.2011 - 06.2013
- Company Overview: A logistics company focusing on distribution and dispatch management
- Managing daily dispatch reports
- Checking vehicle locations and updating in GLOVIS system
- Managing received POD copy on a daily basis
- A logistics company focusing on distribution and dispatch management
- Developed and implemented logistics systems to improve operational efficiency.
Education
BCA -
Thiruvalluvar University
Vellore12.2017
Diploma - Computer Application
D.O.T NET
Thiruvallur12.2013
Skills
- CRM
- SAP
- SCM
- Tally
- Fleet management
- ERP
- NET
- Ms office
Websites
Accomplishments
Successfully managed the logistics and distribution processes leading to improved efficiency and cost savings for the company.
Training
- Diploma in Computer Application, Diploma in Computer Application secured 70% D.O.T NET, Thiruvallur
- BCA, BCA Full-Time from Thiruvalluvar University secured 75%
Languages
- Tamil, Native
- English, Intermediate
- Hindi, Intermediate
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Logistics Executive
Hyundai Glovis
12.2023 - Current
Logistic excutive
Argus Cosmetics Limited
10.2020 - 07.2021
Business Development Manager
Safexpress Pvt Limited
07.2020 - 12.2023
Supply Chain Executive
Tube Investment of India Ltd, Murugappa Group
07.2013 - 09.2020
Logistics Officer
IVC Logistics Pvt Limited
05.2011 - 06.2013
BCA -
Thiruvalluvar University
Diploma - Computer Application
D.O.T NET