Maheswaran Manokaran
Central Planner
Chennai
Summary
Supply Chain and Production Planning Professional with 5+ years of experience in FMCG manufacturing and central planning. Skilled in demand planning, inventory management, production scheduling, and cross-functional coordination. Experienced in Lean manufacturing, FIFO implementation, rejection control, and SAP PP reporting. Proven ability to improve operational efficiency, maintain OTIF targets, and optimize inventory across RM, PM, and FG.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Central Planner
Cavinkare Private Ltd
12.2024 - Current
- Monitor and manage inventory levels across RM, PM, and FG to avoid stockouts and excess inventory.
- Maintained 95% OTIF (On Time In Full) and Fill Rate targets through effective supply planning.
- Analyze supply chain data to identify operational risks and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure zero Non-Moving Stock (NMS) through proactive monitoring and liquidation strategies.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Production, and Finance teams to align supply and demand plans.
Production Executive-Head of Department
Aachi Spices & Foods Pvt Ltd
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion.
- Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
- Coordinated with Cross Functional Team to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
- Suggested process improvements to enhance production capacity.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize production flow and meet demand.
- SAP PP for Production entries, FIFO, Rejection & Waste Control, BOM.
- Handled over daily 15 packing machines, 10+ machines of blending, roasting, batch grinding operations with 60+ direct manpower handling.
Part Time Job-Management Trainee
Aachi Spices & Foods Pvt Ltd
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Implemented classroom studies as a part-time/full time job.
- Performed end-to-end production processes, Manpower handling, Inventory managing and learned/followed the process of JIT.
Production Supervisor
Ital Beauty Nippers India Pvt Ltd
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Converted initial raw materials to final product by implementing diverse manufacturing methods including sheet metal stamping and powder coating operations for different types of Tweezers.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing process and handled over 15+ operations including Production and Powder coating operations.
Education
PGDME-Marketing -
Aachi Institute of Management & Entrepreneurial Development
11-2022
BE - Mechanical Engineering
Sri Sairam Engineering College
04-2014
Higher Secondary School - undefined
ARLM Matriculation Higher Secondary School
03-2010
Matriculation School - undefined
St.Joseph’s Matriculation Higher Secondary School
03-2008
Skills
Experience in end-to-end supply chain, material demand planning, procurement
KEY SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS
- Strong interpersonal & communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Problem Solving, Manpower Handling & Leadership Skills
- SAP PP ,MS Excel
Timeline
Central Planner
Cavinkare Private Ltd
12.2024 - Current
Production Executive-Head of Department
Aachi Spices & Foods Pvt Ltd
05.2023 - 08.2024
Part Time Job-Management Trainee
Aachi Spices & Foods Pvt Ltd
06.2021 - 04.2023
Production Supervisor
Ital Beauty Nippers India Pvt Ltd
06.2017 - 02.2019
BE - Mechanical Engineering
Sri Sairam Engineering College
Higher Secondary School - undefined
ARLM Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Matriculation School - undefined
St.Joseph’s Matriculation Higher Secondary School
PGDME-Marketing -
Aachi Institute of Management & Entrepreneurial Development