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HARIKRISHNAN KENATH

HARIKRISHNAN KENATH

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
CHENNAI,Tamil Nadu

Summary

SENIOR MANAGER – Distribution & Purchase Offering 8 years of in-depth experience in Distribution & Purchase " Ensure the right products are delivered to the right location on time and at a good cost” is the core of my work. Have strong skillsets to plan meticulously and rigorous follow up. Moving ahead, I am excited to handle higher responsibilities and challenges that will enhance my innate talents and strengths and significantly contribute towards organizational success. Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 10 years of experience in leading organizational business units.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Language

Work History

Dealer Manager

Trivitron Healthcare
CHENNAI, TAMILNADU
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Sr. Manager, Supply Chain

PROQOL HEALTH CARE PVT. LTD
Chennai
09.2014 - 03.2023
  • Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics.
  • Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital.
  • Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
  • Supervised [Number] staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Examined quarterly financials to determine business operating capacity.
  • Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
  • Brainstormed and developed sales strategies to achieve short and long term sales revenue objectives.

SCM Manager

BIOSYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS PVT LTD
CHENNAI, TAMILNADU
03.2024 - Current
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed procurement activities, driving cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
  • Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective supplier management and communication strategies.
  • Optimized warehouse operations, resulting in improved order fulfillment rates and reduced order processing time.
  • Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Reduced waste in supply chain by implementing lean management techniques, contributing to both cost reduction and sustainability goals.
  • Forecasted and managed annual operating budget for every location.

Marketing Executive

MGL PVT. LTD
06.2012 - 05.2014
  • Developed and executed marketing programs and general business solutions resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic and elevated sales numbers.
  • Developed technical and non-technical marketing presentations, public relations campaigns, articles, and newsletters.
  • Directed hiring, training and performance evaluations for marketing and sales staff and supervised daily activities.
  • Coordinated appointments and meetings for marketing director with active projects.

Customer Relations Executive

Magus
06.2011 - 05.2012
  • Description
  • Distribution Direct the distribution flow (Lane-Mode-Vendor assignment) & modify time-to-time as per the business requirements Provide resolutions to escalations with LSPs (Logistics Service Providers) Being responsible for inventory and timely availability of products Ensuring product stock is adequate for all distribution channels Coordinating with Production and coordinating with Marketing for urgent requirements ERP E-way bill Warehouse Invoicing related activities Daily/ Weekly/ Monthly MIS reports along with closing stock of respective warehouse along with damage stock report and action plan
  • Product Inventory Planning Forecasting for expected sales & samples inventory Coordinating with production to ensure no shortages
  • Purchase Handling all the vendors, negotiations & vendor management Enhance and maintain the Vendor scorecard Planning of procurement through SNOP (S&OP) Process Regular Stock monitoring and ensuring stock availability RFP for materials when required through ERP Trouble shooting issues & facilitate invoicing of pending orders Ensuring profitability of new product deliverables Overseeing and coordinating with various departments to facilitate sales Continually try to improve and develop business performance within the constraints of legislation

Education

Master’s - Business Administration - Finance

Madras University

B Sc - Mathematics

NSS College

Skills

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Software

SAP HANA

SAP Business One

Interact VCS

Timeline

SCM Manager

BIOSYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS PVT LTD
03.2024 - Current

Dealer Manager

Trivitron Healthcare
05.2023 - 03.2024

Sr. Manager, Supply Chain

PROQOL HEALTH CARE PVT. LTD
09.2014 - 03.2023

Marketing Executive

MGL PVT. LTD
06.2012 - 05.2014

Customer Relations Executive

Magus
06.2011 - 05.2012

Master’s - Business Administration - Finance

Madras University

B Sc - Mathematics

NSS College
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