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Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Key Highlights
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L. MANIKANDAN

L. MANIKANDAN

Chennai

Summary

Logistics professional with proven success in managing large-scale warehouse operations and leading diverse teams. Skilled in optimizing inventory processes and enhancing customer relationships, resulting in high satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager

Flyjac Logistics
Chennai
01.2020 - Current
  • Oversaw management of V-Guard and Sunflame project warehouses spanning 1.2 lakh sq. ft.
  • Led a team of 45 members, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.
  • Managed inventory worth INR 250M with zero discrepancies across all records.
  • Ensured timely warehouse operations, achieving high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Conducted daily perpetual inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
  • Coordinated loading, unloading, and dispatch tasks to ensure operational accuracy.
  • Scheduled manpower effectively to fulfill operational demands and monitor performance.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to ensure smooth onboarding processes.
  • Timely delivery of secondary and primary outward consignments.
  • Timely settlements of replacements and sales returns.
  • Timely sales order and STO execution.
  • Timely renewal of the warehouse rental and transport agreement.
  • Quarterly BCS collection from secondary transporters.
  • Secondary vehicle utilization target: 95%.
  • Freight bill accounting.
  • Secondary freight management: improvement in milk run and FTL ratio compared to last year.
  • EPOD performance is 100%.
  • TMS and shipment costing performance is 100%.
  • Monthly activities like EHS, CSR, warehouse arrangement photos to management, ensuring no backlog in the vendor payment process, Kaizen, mock drills, pest control, and physical verification of company assets in the mobile application.
  • Preparing the KPI dashboard.
  • Vehicle Gate In and Gate Out dashboard.
  • Degreed learning module for self-development.

Senior Executive

Flyjac Logistics Private Limited
Chennai
04.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw operations of 75,000 sq. ft. warehouses for Sony India Pvt Ltd.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Directed a team of 55 members, enhancing workflow and efficiency.
  • Managed inventory exceeding INR 500M, ensuring zero discrepancies.
  • Cultivated strong customer relationships through proactive key account management.

Executive

20Cube Warehousing & Distribution
03.2015 - 03.2018
  • Managed TI Cycles of India warehouses spanning 1.5 lakh sq. ft.
  • Supervised a 25-member team handling inventory exceeding INR 150M.
  • Ensured timely logistics operations to build client trust.
  • Conducted freight and transport evaluations to minimize costs.
  • Led initiatives to improve customer service levels throughout organization.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.

MIS Executive

Capricorn Logistics Pvt. Ltd.
04.2013 - 02.2015
  • Over saw and Managed MIS reporting and in-plant operations for Daimler India Commercial Vehicle project.
  • Coordinated transportation logistics to guarantee timely delivery to production lines.
  • Maintained a database of customer information, including contact details, preferences and purchase histories.
  • Developed MIS reports to track customer service performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Created and updated user-friendly spreadsheets on daily basis.
  • Created tables, pivot reports, and charts for information tracking purposes.

Warehouse Supervisor

WABCO TVS India Ltd.
Chennai
04.2010 - 03.2013
  • Directed distribution operations in WABCO TVS for the clients like Ashok Leyland, Tata Motors, and Swaraj Mazda.
  • Managed inbound and outbound logistics through SAP to enhance efficiency.
  • Oversaw nationwide distribution to guarantee uninterrupted supply to production lines.
  • Managed daily cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
  • Resolved customer inquiries regarding order status or delivery issues promptly.
  • Maintained and updated inventory records accurately.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials.
  • Coordinated with transportation companies for timely delivery of goods.
  • Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
  • Monitored warehouse operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Addressed any problems that may arise during day-to-day operations in a timely manner.
  • Monitored daily shipping, handling and receiving to promote smooth operations within warehouse.
  • Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
  • Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists, and invoices in SAP.
  • Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
  • Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
  • First-in, first-out protocols are followed.

Education

B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Dr.MGR Educational and Research University
Chennai
12-2014

Diploma - Electronics & Communication Engineering

Veltech University
Chennai
04-2010

SSLC

D R B C C C HSS
PERAMBUR
03-2007

Skills

  • Warehouse and inventory management
  • Logistics and supply chain operations
  • Key account management
  • Team leadership and motivation
  • Freight optimization
  • Project improvement
  • SAP proficiency
  • Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint expertise
  • Inventory control
  • Customer relationship management
  • Compliance and workplace safety
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Corporate social responsibility
  • Recruitment and hiring strategies
  • Customer rapport building
  • Vendor relationship management

Affiliations

  • CSR activity done for a nearby government school to provide a water purifier plant

Accomplishments

  • Honored best warehouse awards in Pan India
  • Received Kaizen awards for continuous improvement in operations and safety for consistency for the past five years
  • Received a quarterly award for the best warehouse scorecard in PAN India

Certification

  • Received best Kaizen appreciation certificate from Managing director

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Beginner
A1

Key Highlights

Timely delivery of secondary and primary outward consignments

Timely settlements of replacements and sales returns

Timely sales order and STO execution

Timely renewal of warehouse and transport agreements

Quarterly BCS collection from secondary transporters

Secondary vehicle utilization

Transport quote negotiations

Freight bill accounting

EPOD performance

Mock drill, pest control, and ERT meeting

Vehicle Gate in/out performance

Presenting quarterly and monthly review data

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Flyjac Logistics
01.2020 - Current

Senior Executive

Flyjac Logistics Private Limited
04.2018 - Current

Executive

20Cube Warehousing & Distribution
03.2015 - 03.2018

MIS Executive

Capricorn Logistics Pvt. Ltd.
04.2013 - 02.2015

Warehouse Supervisor

WABCO TVS India Ltd.
04.2010 - 03.2013

B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Dr.MGR Educational and Research University

Diploma - Electronics & Communication Engineering

Veltech University

SSLC

D R B C C C HSS

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