KALAIRAJ RAJENDRAN
Mayiladuthurai
Summary
City Manager with extensive experience in managing tech-enabled retail supply chains, overseeing operations of 37 dark stores and leading 37 store managers to achieve operational excellence. Proven expertise in inventory planning, warehouse operations, and process optimization, resulting in enhanced efficiency and reduced losses through data-driven strategies. Proficient in utilizing dashboards and systems for KPI-driven execution and strategic planning support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
City Manager - Supply Chain Operations
Kwickbox Retail Pvt Ltd
Chennai
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw supply chain and warehouse operations for 37 dark stores ensuring inventory accuracy and audit readiness
- Led store managers and coordinated with central planning, security, and IT teams
- Executed inventory audits, variance analysis, and corrective action plans
- Implemented data-driven process improvements to reduce shrinkage and operational risks
- Prepared management reports supporting planning and leadership decisions
- Swiggy Instamart
Assistant Manager - Operations
Chozhamandalam Collective Farming Company
Mayiladuthurai
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Supported operations planning, reporting, and workflow optimization
- Monitored performance metrics and identified improvement opportunities
Research Analyst
Fhyzics Business Consultants Private Limited
chennai
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Conducted market research to identify industry trends and competitor activities.
- Analyzed survey data to generate insights for client projects and reports.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing research methodologies and outcomes.
Education
MBA - Supply Chain & Logistics
Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies
01.2022
B.Com - Computer Applications
Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies
01.2020
Skills
- Operations planning
- Performance monitoring
- Process improvement
- Inventory Control
- Warehouse Operations
- Loss Prevention
- KPI & Metrics
- Process Improvement
- Data Analysis
- Team Leadership
Languages
- English
- Tamil
Key Highlights
- Managed end-to-end operations for 37 dark stores across multiple locations
- Led and mentored 37 Store Managers driving operational excellence
- Identified and resolved 30+ theft and fraud cases, enabling loss reduction
- Conducted inventory audits, store health checks, and compliance reviews
- Drove process improvements improving inventory accuracy and SOP adherence
Timeline
City Manager - Supply Chain Operations
Kwickbox Retail Pvt Ltd
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager - Operations
Chozhamandalam Collective Farming Company
07.2022 - 10.2023
Research Analyst
Fhyzics Business Consultants Private Limited
02.2022 - 05.2022
MBA - Supply Chain & Logistics
Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies
B.Com - Computer Applications
Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies