Hi, I’m
R. Sounder Rajan
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Chennai,TN
Summary
Dynamic Senior Supply Chain and Operations leader with a proven track record in developing and executing comprehensive strategies for global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing, and distribution management. Expertise in managing cross-functional teams to enhance product supply and drive significant productivity improvements. Skilled in risk mitigation and formulating end-to-end pipeline management strategies that optimize supply planning. Over 13 years of experience with strong negotiation skills and strategic decision-making capabilities that consistently deliver organizational success.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Language
Work History
Infiniti Retail Ltd | Tata Croma
Senior Supply Chain Manager
10.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Managed the warehouse by leading 15 and more staff members and over 100 contractual employees across the functions.
- Achieved all the KPIs of Inbound, Inventory, Outbound, Mid-Mile, and Last Mile within the budget.
- Coordinated with the demand planning team across multiple business units for accurate forecasting to manage resource allocation.
- Mentored junior team members in supply chain best practices, fostering professional growth and talent retention within the organization.
- Evaluated supplier performance against established criteria, recommending changes as necessary to ensure consistent quality and service levels.
- Championed sustainability initiatives within the supply chain, focusing on waste reduction and eco-friendly practices that resulted in long-term cost savings.
- Drove process improvements through root cause analysis techniques such as Six Sigma methodologies or Kaizen events that resulted in increased operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify supply chain bottlenecks and develop targeted improvement strategies.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders on new product introductions, such as WMS and TMS, aligning supply chain capabilities with projected demand requirements for successful launches.
Flipkart Internet Private Ltd
Operations Manager, Supply Chain
04.2021 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Managed the supply chain planning of inbound and outbound orders for the entire region, with 96% accuracy.
- 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.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leading to more accurate demand forecasting and reduced stockouts.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
- Launched Sourcing Hub Operations (FK Minutes WH), managing and ensuring end-to-end operations, and achieved 130% productivity.
Amazon Fulfilment Center
Area Manager
09.2014 - 09.2020
Job overview
- To lead and develop a team of Amazon Associates, responsible for motivating, mentoring, and coaching the team, and engaging the team during a shift to maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance performance, and engagement by providing the associates with the tools needed for success, as well as to drive productivity and efficiency through data-driven decisions and analytical problem-solving.
- Managed and focused on key areas: Safety, Quality, Customer Experience, Associate Experience, and Productivity.
- Roles and Responsibilities:
- Maintaining all safety norms, programs, and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work area for all the associates.
- Review the forecast from the SNOP team to determine the productivity requirements and performance goals, and partner with other Area Managers for labor share to maintain accuracy, quality, productivity, and achieve customer promise and expectations.
- Partnering with the Safety, Facilities, and Quality team to establish and maintain safety and quality-controlled standards.
- Communicating policies to associates and acting as the primary information source for the team, maintaining compliance and consistency, and taking corrective action when needed by giving feedback or coaching.
- Ensuring procedures are followed for building security and product loss prevention.
- Creating, managing, and supporting recognition and communication programs.
- Coordinated with various departments to facilitate smooth communication, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
Education
SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)Mumbai
MBA from Master of Business Administration -MBA | Logistics
04.2001
Skills
Supplier management
Supply chain risk management
Logistics optimization
Warehouse management
Transportation management
Demand forecasting
Production planning
Cost reduction initiatives
Supply and demand requirements
Strategic sourcing
Warehouse operations
Logistics management
Timeline
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Infiniti Retail Ltd | Tata Croma
10.2022 - Current
Operations Manager, Supply Chain
Flipkart Internet Private Ltd
04.2021 - 10.2022
Area Manager
Amazon Fulfilment Center
09.2014 - 09.2020
SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)
MBA from Master of Business Administration -MBA | Logistics
04.2001