NITIN KRISHNAN
Melbourne
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Project Manager with 1.5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain coordination, and operational planning. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely, budget-conscious delivery, while maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction. Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), with a proven ability to implement innovative solutions that address complex project challenges. Committed to continuous growth, fostering collaboration, and delivering impactful contributions to engineering management and strategic projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Assistant
WHSmith
Melbourne
01.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded logistics-related projects by analyzing route schedules, load plans, and customer invoice history, providing actionable insights for process optimization
- Created and distributed weekly outlet performance metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and enabling continuous performance improvements
- Utilized advanced logistics IT systems to streamline supply chain processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced lead times
- Managed the stocking of raw materials and equipment, ensuring that operational needs were met promptly and accurately
- Coordinated communication between suppliers, retailers, and customers, ensuring smooth product shipments and minimizing delays
- Implemented a project management framework to track the shipment of final products, ensuring customer requirements were met and products were delivered on time
- Led cross-functional teams to execute projects focused on supply chain optimization, overcoming obstacles, and delivering results within budget and on schedule
- Managed project execution from initial planning stages to delivery and post-implementation reviews, consistently meeting timelines and project objectives
Online Personal Shopper
Woolworths
Melbourne
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Conducted quality and quantity checks for customer orders before delivery, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer satisfaction
- Met daily KPIs, contributing to the efficient operation and growth of the store's online service
- Coordinated product unavailability issues, informing the head office of all missing product details, ensuring seamless order processing
- Addressed customer complaints regarding quality issues and expired products, implementing corrective measures to enhance customer satisfaction
Intern – Project Division
Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Limited
Tamil Nadu
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Analyzed sensor and control data to identify patterns, proposing enhancements to the production workflow that resulted in a more efficient operation
- Assisted in diagnosing and repairing equipment issues, reducing downtime and ensuring continuous production operations
- Supported the Factory and Production department by troubleshooting electronic systems used in manufacturing, identifying areas for improvement and streamlining processes
- Contributed to the optimization of automated processes by analyzing operational data and implementing best practices
- Prepared detailed reports on system performance, troubleshooting steps, and suggested improvements, helping the team optimize workflows and improve productivity
- Ensured proper documentation of the factory’s electronic systems and operational processes, improving tracking and future process enhancements
Education
Masters of Engineering - Management
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
Melbourne, Australia06-2021
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication
Anna University
Tamil Nadu, India05-2018
Skills
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Agile and Waterfall methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
- Stakeholder management
- Supply Chain and Logistics Optimization
- Budget and Cost Management
- Risk Management and Mitigation
- Process Improvement and Change Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Customer Relationship Management
- Project Management Tools: Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)
Certification
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) | 01/2025
Projects
Supply Chain Optimization Project, WHSmith
Led the optimization of supply chain processes for WHSmith, resulting in improved operational efficiency and reduced costs, reduced lead times by streamlining logistics operations, resulting in a 10% increase in on-time deliveries, and improved inventory management accuracy by automating key supply chain processes, reducing errors by 15%
Warehouse Optimization, Kaleesuwari Refinery
Assisted in the design and implementation of an automated warehouse management system, improving inventory tracking, increasing warehouse efficiency by 10% through process automation, and enhancing data reporting capabilities, while streamlining inventory management and reducing stock discrepancies by 20%
Visa Status
Subclass 485, Full-time Working Rights, 11/29/26
Timeline
Retail Assistant
WHSmith
01.2021 - Current
Online Personal Shopper
Woolworths
01.2021 - 11.2021
Intern – Project Division
Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Limited
07.2018 - 01.2019
Masters of Engineering - Management
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication
Anna University