Pugalenthi Ponnaiyan
Supply Chain Manager
Coimbatore
Summary
Accomplished Supply Chain Manager with a proven track record at Aquasub Engineering, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through strategic sourcing and effective supplier management. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and problem-solving abilities, achieving significant cost savings and process optimizations. Skilled in mechanical engineering and fostering strong team collaboration.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
Aquasub Engineering Unit5 Foundry
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
10.2020 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Optimized warehouse operations, resulting in improved order fulfillment rates and reduced order processing time.
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels by ensuring on-time delivery of products through proactive shipment tracking and issue resolution.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Managed a team of planners, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure their professional development and success in meeting departmental goals.
- Enhanced communication between departments by establishing regular meetings, reporting systems, and information sharing protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that increased overall manufacturing capacity without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Increased production efficiency by streamlining planning processes and implementing data-driven decision-making tools.
- Led successful demand planning initiatives that improved forecast accuracy while reducing stockouts and excess inventory levels.
- Worked closely with operations leaders to implement lean manufacturing principles throughout the facility leading to increased efficiency.
- Evaluated new technologies to identify opportunities for cost savings or productivity enhancements within the planning process.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and securing reliable supply chains.
- Facilitated collaboration among engineering, sales, marketing, procurement teams for smooth product launches meeting target dates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production goals with overall business objectives and customer demands.
Supply Chain Manager
Sigma Flow Production Solutions (P) Ltd
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
05.2006 - 10.2020
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective supplier management and communication strategies.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels by ensuring on-time delivery of products through proactive shipment tracking and issue resolution.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards and established timelines.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration to align goals across multiple functions within the organization.
- Increased production efficiency by streamlining planning processes and implementing data-driven decision-making tools.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
- Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective scheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
- Evaluated new technologies to identify opportunities for cost savings or productivity enhancements within the planning process.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Enhanced communication between departments by establishing regular meetings, reporting systems, and information sharing protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production goals with overall business objectives and customer demands.
Senior Engineer Machining
Magna Electro Castings Ltd
06.1998 - 06.2006
- Oversaw daily job tasks and ensured efficient completion.
- Conducted cost estimation for various projects.
- Distributed tasks among team members.
- Monitored and ensured subcontractor compliance with project requirements.
- Monitored vendor performance and resolved issues.
- Enhanced methods for maintaining product standards.
- Delivered high-quality products by collaborating closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and translate them into viable solutions.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project milestones were met on time and within budget.
Quality Control Engineer
Shanthi Gears Ltd
02.1997 - 05.1998
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Ensured consistent product performance by routinely calibrating equipment, monitoring test results, and adjusting processes accordingly.
- Prepared reports on recorded performance metrics of Product or Service, highlighting unacceptable deviations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of defects and devise corrective actions.
Quality Control Engineer
New Wave Spin Machine Works (P) Ltd
06.1996 - 12.1996
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Streamlined inspection processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste in production.
- Prepared reports on recorded performance metrics of Product or Service, highlighting unacceptable deviations.
Inspection Incharge
Jeetstex Engineering Ltd
01.1995 - 05.1996
- Streamlined communication between departments, facilitating timely updates on inspection progress.
- Conducted training sessions for new Inspection Officers, sharing best practices and industry knowledge.
- Enhanced inspection accuracy by implementing standardized procedures and guidelines.
Machine Shop Incharge
Sakthi Foundry - CNC Machine Division
09.1991 - 10.1992
- Led continuous improvement initiatives within the machine shop environment, resulting in the identification and implementation of numerous process enhancements that positively impacted productivity and quality metrics.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to establish inspection protocols that consistently exceeded customer requirements for accuracy and finish standards.
- Provided technical guidance to machinists, resulting in improved work quality and reduced scrap rates.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for machines and equipment, minimizing downtime and increasing overall operational efficiency.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing effective scheduling and resource allocation strategies for machine shop operations.
Machine Operator
Geedee Weiler (P) Ltd
08.1988 - 06.1991
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Trainee
Pricol
07.1987 - 07.1988
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Supported organizational objectives with help from existing employees.
- Enhanced trainee experience by developing comprehensive orientation programs and hands-on training sessions.
Education
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Machine Shop Technology
Nachimuthu Polytechnic
Pollachi 05.1987
Secondary School Education -
Gandhi Kala Nilayam Higher Secondary School
Pungamuthur 03.1984
Skills
Leadership skills
Certification
Sustainable Development in Manufacturing Sector
Timeline
Sustainable Development in Manufacturing Sector
04-2023
Certified Quality Cost Specialist
02-2021
Supply Chain Manager
Aquasub Engineering Unit5 Foundry
10.2020 - 12.2024
Supply Chain Management
03-2013
Diploma in MS-Office
01-2008
GD&T
08-2007
Supply Chain Manager
Sigma Flow Production Solutions (P) Ltd
05.2006 - 10.2020
Computers in Daily Life
12-1999
Senior Engineer Machining
Magna Electro Castings Ltd
06.1998 - 06.2006
Quality Control Engineer
Shanthi Gears Ltd
02.1997 - 05.1998
Quality Control Engineer
New Wave Spin Machine Works (P) Ltd
06.1996 - 12.1996
Inspection Incharge
Jeetstex Engineering Ltd
01.1995 - 05.1996
Machine Shop Incharge
Sakthi Foundry - CNC Machine Division
09.1991 - 10.1992
Machine Operator
Geedee Weiler (P) Ltd
08.1988 - 06.1991
Trainee
Pricol
07.1987 - 07.1988
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Machine Shop Technology
Nachimuthu Polytechnic
Secondary School Education -
Gandhi Kala Nilayam Higher Secondary School
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