Ramesh Kumar Singh
Logistics And Supply Chain Specialist
Lucknow,UP
Summary
Dynamic Military Leader specialized in Logistics and supply chain with a proven track record of 23 years of experience at the Indian Air Force, Indian Navy and Custom department, adept at optimizing supply chain operations and enhancing cost control. Skilled in contract management and data analysis, I successfully improved on-time delivery rates and reduced shipping costs, while fostering strong vendor relationships to elevate service quality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Logistics Manager
Indian Navy (Ministry Of Defence)
10.2024 - Current
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, leading to improved pricing and service levels.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of supply chain activities.
- Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization without compromising service quality.
- Conducted regular audits of logistics practices to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
- Reduced warehouse storage costs with effective space utilization strategies.
- Enhanced logistics operations visibility with implementation of new tracking system, reducing lost shipments significantly.
- Streamlined supply chain processes, leading to reduction in order fulfillment times.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products, maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.
Custom Official
Kolkata Custom, Ministry Of Finance, Government of India
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintaining Custom Law and order during the import or export of goods.
- Preventing any kind of criminal activities at the airport, port or border crossing.
- Recording and documenting the import and export operation.
- Inspecting Logistic and supply chain operations of the companies at the border crossing.
- Monitoring the entrance activities to prevent illegal immigrants and supply chain operations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Branch Manager
Muthoot Finance
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
- Increased branch profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and streamlining operational processes.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Enhanced staff competency with regular training sessions, boosting productivity levels across the branch operations.
- Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
- Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
- Monitored market trends to identify new business opportunities and capitalize on potential growth areas within the community or region served.
- Optimized branch inventory management practices for improved product availability and reduced stock obsolescence costs.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimize potential losses while maintaining a healthy balance between risk and return on investments.
- Drove cross-selling efforts by collaborating with various departments within the organization to maximize revenues from existing clients.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective solutions for branch operations, significantly lowering overhead costs.
- Boosted branch revenue by strategically analyzing market trends and aligning financial products to customer needs.
- Implemented rigorous risk management protocols, safeguarding against potential financial threats.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Indian Air Force (Ministry Of Defence)
12.2001 - 12.2021
- Developed contingency plans for potential supply disruptions, mitigating risks and minimizing impacts to business operations.
- Conducted risk assessments for the supply chain, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation plans.
- Improved inventory management through the development of data-driven forecasting models, leading to reduced stockouts and excess inventory.
- Championed sustainability initiatives within the supply chain, focusing on waste reduction and eco-friendly practices that resulted in long-term cost savings.
- Evaluated supplier performance against established criteria, recommending changes as necessary to ensure consistent quality and service levels.
- Oversaw transportation logistics, optimizing routing schedules for timely delivery at minimal costs.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for the supply chain function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and cost control measures were in place.
- Implemented efficient warehouse layout designs, optimizing space utilization and improving picking efficiency.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving significant cost reductions while maintaining quality standards.
- Implemented lean principles throughout the supply chain operations, resulting in improved efficiency and elimination of non-value-added activities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify supply chain bottlenecks and develop targeted improvement strategies.
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives, resulting in reduced lead times and cost savings.
- Mentored junior team members in supply chain best practices, fostering professional growth and talent retention within the organization.
- Led successful system integration projects between ERP platforms and third-party logistics providers for seamless information flow within the organization''s supply chain network.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Management And Operation Management
Sikkim Manipal University
Gangtok LL.B - Law
Dibrugarh University
Dibrugarh, AssamBachelor Of Arts - Economics
IGNOU
Delhi Post-Graduate Certificate - Public Policy And Management
IIM Bangalore
Bangalore Certificate - Project Management
IIT Kanpur
Kanpur Certificate - Mastering Supply Chain Dynamics
TimesPro
DelhiCertificate - Innovative Logistics And Warehouse Strategies
Times Pro
Delhi Certificate - Procurement Process
Government E Marketplace (Government of India)
Delhi Certificate - Contract Management
Institute of Public Administration
Delhi Certificate - Project Management
Institute of Secretariat Training And Management
DelhiSkills
Logistics Management
Shipping and receiving
Policy and procedure adherence
Operational management
Distribution and warehousing
Data analysis
Domestic freight management
Documentation
Transportation activity management
Cost control and tracking
Contract Management
Internal loss prevention
Warehouse Logistics
Order picking and processing
Loading and unloading
Shipment coordination
Staff Management
Budget control
Production planning
Materials management
Budget Planning
Certification
AI for Digital Transformation: Machine learning and deep learning by capacity building Commission, GOI
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Indian Navy (Ministry Of Defence)
10.2024 - Current
Custom Official
Kolkata Custom, Ministry Of Finance, Government of India
01.2024 - 10.2024
Branch Manager
Muthoot Finance
08.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Indian Air Force (Ministry Of Defence)
12.2001 - 12.2021
MBA - Human Resource Management And Operation Management
Sikkim Manipal University
LL.B - Law
Dibrugarh University
Bachelor Of Arts - Economics
IGNOU
Post-Graduate Certificate - Public Policy And Management
IIM Bangalore
Certificate - Project Management
IIT Kanpur
Certificate - Mastering Supply Chain Dynamics
TimesPro
Certificate - Innovative Logistics And Warehouse Strategies
Times Pro
Certificate - Procurement Process
Government E Marketplace (Government of India)
Certificate - Contract Management
Institute of Public Administration
Certificate - Project Management
Institute of Secretariat Training And Management