REBIN B
ludhiana
Summary
Results-driven supply chain and procurement professional with a strong background in aviation logistics and inventory management. Managed over 20,000 aviation inventory items, optimising procurement processes and coordinating AOG requirements. Achieved significant improvements in inventory accuracy and lead time while delivering cost savings on OEM contracts.
Overview
4
4
Languages
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist
IT Peripherals Procurement
Ludhiana
12.2024 - Current
- Managed procurement budgets, monitored expenditure, and optimised fund utilisation to ensure cost-effective procurement.
- Developed annual priority procurement plans that align with operational requirements and business priorities to enhance resource allocation.
- Coordinated procurement activities to ensure timely availability of IT peripherals and operational materials, supporting uninterrupted operations.
- Systems/Tools: IMMOLS | ITEM Portal | GeM
Senior Manager – Aviation Supply Chain, Quality Control & Inventory Management
Provisioning & Warehouse Management
Bengaluru
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Achieved 90% inventory accuracy and reduced spare-parts procurement lead time by 30%.
- Oversaw preservation, shelf-life monitoring, life-extension testing, and maintenance of 20,000+ aviation inventory items, ensuring optimal operational readiness.
- Ensured quality control and accuracy of inventory transactions, minimising discrepancies and supporting operational efficiency.
- Negotiated OEM contracts, delivering 15% cost savings; trained logistics personnel and led cross-functional teams.
- Led indigenisation initiatives for rubberised components and aviation consumables, enhancing local sourcing and supply chain resilience.
- Systems/Tools: IMMOLS | Hawaii Portal | HAL e-Portal
Senior Supply Chain Specialist – LCA Tejas Mk1 & Mk1A
Contract Management
Bengaluru
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Oversaw end-to-end supply chain operations for LCA Tejas Mk1 and Mk1A programmes, ensuring alignment with project timelines and requirements.
- Coordinated procurement and inventory control to secure timely delivery of critical spares and materials, facilitating uninterrupted programme progress.
- Systems/Tools: IMMOLS | Hawaii Portal | HAL e-Portal
Manager – Budget & Procurement Management
Local Purchase & Repair
Silchar
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed budgets for local repairs and procurement of aircraft support equipment to ensure timely project delivery.
- Supported budget optimisation and ensured resource availability for uninterrupted operations.
- Procured tools, testers, ground support equipment (GSE), and aircraft preservation equipment, enabling operational readiness.
- Utilised IMMOLS and GeM systems for procurement activities.
Manager – Aircraft Inventory & Cannibalization Management
Inventory Management
Silchar
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Oversaw aircraft spare-parts inventory and stock control to ensure availability for maintenance operations.
- Utilised EQUOLS and manual inventory records for efficient management of aircraft parts and components.
- Recorded aircraft cannibalization and component transactions; monitored removed and installed components for accurate tracking.
Manager – Aviation Logistics & Import/Export
Transportation (Import & Export)
Delhi
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Managed import and export operations for aviation stores, ensuring timely support for Embraer and Boeing Business Jets.
- Coordinated hazardous-goods shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations and prioritising deliveries through effective liaison with freight forwarders.
- Revamped packaging methods to improve protection for fragile and sensitive materials, minimising risk of damage during transport.
- Systems/Tools: IMMOLS | Manual Stock Records
Store-in-Charge – Vehicle Stores
Vehicle Stores
Delhi
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed vehicle allocation, distribution, and warranty claims, maintaining accurate records to support operational efficiency.
- Conducted pre-receipt inspections and verified OEM documentation for Toyota, Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki and Tata vehicles to ensure compliance and quality standards.
- Systems/Tools: IMMOLS | Manual Stock Records
Store-in-Charge – Aircraft Fleet Spares & AOG Support
Aviation Stores
Delhi
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Coordinated AOG and priority spares management to minimise aircraft downtime.
- Delivered spare-parts support for Boeing and Embraer aircraft, ensuring operational readiness.
- Implemented IMMOLS for effective inventory management, optimising spare-parts availability.
Storekeeper – Motor Transport Spare Parts & Forward Supply
Forward Supply Store (Mechanical Transport Stores)
Kanpur
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Managed spare-parts support for various motor transport vehicles, ensuring timely availability for maintenance and repairs.
- Utilised IMMOLS system for efficient inventory management, improving stock accuracy and reducing delays.
- Coordinated forward supply operations and distribution to optimise delivery schedules and enhance service readiness.
Godown Supervisor & Customer Relationship Manager
Gas Agency & Warehouse Operations
Kanpur
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, coordinating inventory handling and stock management for optimal flow.
- Utilised IndianOil ONE for efficient order management and tracking, ensuring accuracy in fulfilment.
- Placed bulk supply orders while managing customer relationships to ensure timely order fulfilment.
Storekeeper – Inventory Planning & Store Management
Technical Store
Kanpur
04.2009 - 04.2010
- Managed daily receipts and issues alongside stock records and replenishment activities to maintain accurate inventory flow.
- Utilised IMMOLS and manual stock records for effective inventory management, ensuring timely stock availability.
- Prepared material requisitions and planned annual inventory requirements based on consumption trends to ensure optimal stock levels.
Store Assistant – Inventory Management & Store Operations
Petrol, Oil & Lubricants (POL)
Kanpur
03.2008 - 03.2009
- Maintained optimal inventory levels to ensure seamless store operations.
- Reconciled physical stock with system balances and conducted monthly stock audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Raised replenishment requirements and managed bulk receipts, inspections, documentation and daily transactions.
- Monitored batch numbers, shelf life, and expiry dates of perishable and batch-controlled items to minimise waste.
- Systems/Tools: IMMOLS | Manual Stock Registers
Education
MBA - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Jain University
Bengaluru11-2024
Diploma - Material Management
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
New Delhi, DL06-2012
Certificate - Security Management of Strategic Installations
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
New Delhi, DL02-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
New Delhi, DL02-2012
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement Planning
- Strategic Sourcing
- Contract Management
- Budget Management
- Cost reduction
- Inventory Control
- Inventory management
- Logistics coordination
- Logistics Optimisation
- Military Logistics
- International Procurement
- Vendor coordination
- Supplier relationship
- Operational Compliance
- Materials Management
- Systems proficiency
- Procurement planning
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Tamil
Beginner
A1
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
www.linkedin.com/in/rebin-balasubrahmanyan-8a8615224
Timeline
Senior Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist
IT Peripherals Procurement
12.2024 - Current
Senior Manager – Aviation Supply Chain, Quality Control & Inventory Management
Provisioning & Warehouse Management
05.2022 - 12.2024
Senior Supply Chain Specialist – LCA Tejas Mk1 & Mk1A
Contract Management
05.2021 - 05.2022
Manager – Budget & Procurement Management
Local Purchase & Repair
05.2019 - 05.2021
Manager – Aircraft Inventory & Cannibalization Management
Inventory Management
05.2017 - 05.2019
Manager – Aviation Logistics & Import/Export
Transportation (Import & Export)
05.2015 - 05.2017
Store-in-Charge – Vehicle Stores
Vehicle Stores
05.2014 - 05.2015
Store-in-Charge – Aircraft Fleet Spares & AOG Support
Aviation Stores
05.2012 - 05.2014
Storekeeper – Motor Transport Spare Parts & Forward Supply
Forward Supply Store (Mechanical Transport Stores)
05.2011 - 05.2012
Godown Supervisor & Customer Relationship Manager
Gas Agency & Warehouse Operations
05.2010 - 05.2011
Storekeeper – Inventory Planning & Store Management
Technical Store
04.2009 - 04.2010
Store Assistant – Inventory Management & Store Operations
Petrol, Oil & Lubricants (POL)
03.2008 - 03.2009
MBA - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Jain University
Diploma - Material Management
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Certificate - Security Management of Strategic Installations
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)