RAJATH P
Commercial, Supply Chain Management & Logistics Professional
Hubli
Summary
Seeking assignments in Commercial, Logistics & Supply Chain Management with a reputed organization
PROFESSIONAL PREFACE
- Identified, evaluated, and developed potential vendors/suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships, cost optimization, and enhanced vendor performance.
- Managed inventory control processes to guarantee timely availability of materials, aligning supply with production and business targets.
- Stayed updated on latest logistics and supply chain methodologies to implement best practices and drive operational efficiencies.
- Led initiatives to reduce operational costs while maintaining high standards of service quality and timely delivery.
- Created and sustained a dynamic team environment, fostering development opportunities and motivating high performance among team members.
- Supervised CFA operations, including clearance tracking of CFA and transportation bills per pre-defined rates to optimize costs and compliance.
- Designed and executed transporter and CFA engagement plans to improve material servicing and logistics performance.
- Demonstrated proficiency in SAP S/4 HANA, MS Office, and IBM scheme portals for effective operational control and reporting.
- Ensured compliance with statutory requirements and coordinated regular audits, implementing corrective actions and process improvements. Analyzed logistics network infrastructure to innovate solutions that reduce costs, improve delivery times, and enhance service levels.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Manager - Sales Commercial
JSW Paints Ltd
02.2024 - Current
- Overseeing day-to-day operations of commercial activities, including logistics, shipping, warehousing, and retail functions, to ensure seamless execution.
- Streamlining operational systems and processes to enhance efficiency, and achieve cost and time targets.
- Formulating and implementing strategic plans to maximize profitability, revenue generation, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Providing compliance insights to management by preparing reports based on the analysis of legal and regulatory data.
- Designing and documenting statutory audit plans, preparing audit reports, and ensuring adherence to compliance frameworks.
- Coordinating with senior leadership on revenue forecasting, operational budgeting (costs, expenses), and project planning.
- Monitoring customer satisfaction levels and ensuring service standards are met or exceeded across all touchpoints.
- Driving operational excellence by designing and implementing performance improvement plans across commercial functions.
Assistant Manager – Logistics
JK Cement Ltd (White Division)
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed outbound transportation for tertiary freight, including transporter appointments, and performance tracking.
- Ensured compliance with state laws and safety guidelines at warehouses and units.
- Supervised off-role staff (CFA employees) for smooth day-to-day operations.
- Handled dispatch and inward tracking to maintain proper inventory levels.
- Monitored weekly service levels, and introduced new methods to improve logistics performance.
- Oversaw warehouse operations and supported infrastructure development (warehouse setup, equipment upgrades).
- Conducted monthly warehouse audits, and trimester stock audits, to ensure accuracy and take corrective actions.
- Managed budgeting, cost control, and overhead analysis, and handled pricing decisions using shadow costing.
- Reconciled vendor payments and dues, and ensured timely settlements.
- Worked with key vendors, and developed new ones to reduce costs and avoid dependency on single vendors.
Commercial Executive
Asian Paints Ltd
02.2011 - 05.2022
- Managed end-to-end warehouse operations, including manpower productivity, stock verification, infrastructure planning, and safety audits.
- Ensured timely customer service by tracking Order Cycle Time (OCT) and coordinating with sales teams to resolve service-related issues.
- Handled customer accounting functions such as dealer scheme setup, gift distribution, credit note settlements, and coordination of trip schemes.
- Maintained compliance with commercial and input accounting policies, including timely reporting and settlement of input-related provisions.
- Implemented Transport Management System to improve service levels and streamline delivery operations.
- Processed vendor payments, tracked open advances, and ensured timely renewal of statutory licenses for warehouse and office operations.
- Assisted in budget planning and cost control for warehouse and regional office overheads, ensuring costs remained within approved limits.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Accounting And Finance
KGFG College
Shimoga, India07-2009
Skills
Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Commercial Operations
Team Leadership & Development
Cost Optimization & Budgeting
Regulatory Compliance & Safety
ERP Systems (SAP S/4 HANA), MIS Reporting
Strategic Planning & Business Development
Certification
Essential Competency Acquisition (ECA) - WeSchool – Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai
Awards
- Belagavi New Hub (FY 2024–25): Successfully opened the first JSW Paints warehouse of FY 2024–25 within one month, featuring modern infrastructure within city limits at a competitive cost, received high-level appreciation.
- Warehouse Shifting Projects (FY 2024–25): Seamlessly shifted Hubli, Davangere, and Gulbarga hubs with zero operational disruption. Achieved cost savings through increased space and reduced rent—negotiated rates lower than FY 2020–21 levels.
- Award – JK Cement Ltd (2023): Recognized with the “Best SOP/Warehousing Practices” award at the Supply Chain Conclave 2023.
- Award – JK Cement Ltd (2022–23): Received “Team Excellence Award” under the Protsahan Recognition Program for exceptional contribution to logistics operations.
- Asian Paints Ltd:
- Honored with ROTS Award (3 times) for successful new warehouse openings, cost-saving initiatives, and coordination of dealer international trips.
- ECA Award (FY 2016–17): Project on OTC settlements won 1st Prize at APL country level and was implemented across the organization.
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true to the best of my knowledge and belief Thanks & Regards RAJATH P
PERSONAL DOSSIER
- Date of Birth: 04th April, 1987
- Current Address: #97/4, Aniketana, Rajeev Nagar, Siddeshwar Park, Vidyanagar, Hubli – 580031
- Permanent Address: S/O Prakash, Near Chickpet -Nagara (P), Hosanagara (Tq), Shimoga (Dt) -577425
Timeline
Manager - Sales Commercial
JSW Paints Ltd
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager – Logistics
JK Cement Ltd (White Division)
05.2022 - 01.2024
2016 – 2017 | Percentage: 60%
05-2017
Essential Competency Acquisition (ECA) - WeSchool – Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai
01-2016
Commercial Executive
Asian Paints Ltd
02.2011 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Accounting And Finance
KGFG College