Rajesh M M
Mysore
Summary
Results-driven leader in Supply Chain Management with strong expertise in SAP MM/PP, Kanban, and vendor-managed inventory. Implements cost reduction strategies that optimise inventory levels and support new product development. Collaborates across teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive business success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager- Materials Management
Rane (Madras) Limited
Mysore
09.2013 - Current
- Ensured uninterrupted material availability, achieving zero line stoppages throughout production periods.
- Managed procurement of casting, forgings, tubes, hydraulic cylinders and HSU components to support production needs.
- Lead supplier development initiatives to improve delivery and quality performance.
- Improved supplier delivery performance from 75% to 90%.
- Plan and monitor supplier schedules using Kanban and VMI.
- Successfully implemented Kanban and VMI systems for key suppliers.
- Monitored inventory levels and optimised stock to enhance working capital efficiency.
- Liquidated Rs 72 lakh worth of non-moving inventory during FY 2025-2026.
- Reduced inward freight cost from 1.8% to 1.6% generating annual saving of approximately Rs 6 Lakh.
- Coordinate with Production, Quality, Engineering and Finance for smooth material flow.
- Prepare MIS reports and monitor department KPIs.
- Support new product development and localization projects.
- Won Second Prize in the Rane Group Quality Improvement team (QIT) Competition.
Junior Officer Stores
Tata Motors Ltd.
Dharwad
07.2012 - 02.2013
- Monitored stock levels and coordinated with suppliers to ensure availability of critical materials.
- Implemented FIFO, cycle counting and perpetual inventory.
- Executed ABC analysis and implemented 5S methodology to enhance workplace organisation.
- Coordinated inward and outward material movement to streamline operations.
- Prepared MIS reports and managed manpower allocation.
Executive - Stores
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Mysuru
10.2011 - 07.2012
- Maintained central stores and finished goods inventory to ensure stock availability.
- Coordinated documentation and stock accuracy.
- Managed receipt, storage, and issue of materials to support operational needs.
- Applied FIFO principles and facilitated 5s activities for enhanced workplace cleanliness and order..
Senior Executive - Stores
Rane (Madras) Limited
Mysuru
07.2006 - 10.2011
- Managed central stores and finished goods inventory to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Coordinated documentation and stock accuracy to support operational efficiency.
- Ensured timely stock rotation using FIFO, perpetual inventory and Maintained cleanliness and orderliness through 5S practices.
- Oversaw receipt, storage, and issuance of materials to ensure availability.
Education
PG Diploma - Supply Chain Management
Indian Institute of Materials Management
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Mysore
Skills
- Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
- Supply Chain Management
- Materials Planning
- Inventory Management Systems
- Inventory optimisation
- Stores & Warehouse Management
- Vendor Development
- Kanban & VMI
- SAP MM/PP
- SAP ERP
- Lean Manufacturing & QIT
- KPI monitoring
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Data analysis
- IATF - 16949
Accomplishments
- Reduced logistics and freight costs through continuous improvement initiatives.
- Successfully managed high-volume automotive suppliers.
- Improved inventory accuracy through perpetual inventory and cycle counting.
- Led supplier performance improvement initiative.
- Experienced in Lean Manufacturing, PDCA, QIT and Root Cause analysis.
Languages
English
Kannada
Hindi
Tamil
Tulu
Timeline
Deputy Manager- Materials Management
Rane (Madras) Limited
09.2013 - Current
Junior Officer Stores
Tata Motors Ltd.
07.2012 - 02.2013
Executive - Stores
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
10.2011 - 07.2012
Senior Executive - Stores
Rane (Madras) Limited
07.2006 - 10.2011
PG Diploma - Supply Chain Management
Indian Institute of Materials Management
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Mysore