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Santosh Kumar

Sr. Manager Logistics

Summary

A result-oriented Supply Chain Management professional with over 17+ years of experience in logistics, warehousing and distribution, vendor development, transport management in FMCG, Service, and Auto Industry. Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation skills with a proven track record of utilizing a process-oriented approach towards accomplishment of cost, profit & organizational goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Sr. Manager

Bata India Limited
07.2019 - Current
  • Handling all logistics functions of finished goods movements from 4 owned factories/ Sourcing/ imports to RDC/ Depot and from RDC/depots to respective stores/partners to 2000+ stores and customers across India
  • Inventory management, WMS and TMS Implementation
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Servicing marketplace customer for B2B and B2C requirements
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Vendor development/Compliance
  • Developed and implemented web-based tracking systems for improved monitoring.
  • Freight Analysis and working to optimize cost
  • Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals.
  • Planning of finished goods movement by communicating with concerned departments
  • Successfully started multiple Cross dock functions to minimize logistics cost and time
  • KPI/SLA Monitoring for warehousing and Logistics at PAN India level
  • Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
  • Day to day guidance to PAN India warehouse and distribution team
  • Emergency and Escalation process to solve issues in designated timelines
  • Business planning before opening for New Store/dealer/distributor
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
  • Forecasting of stock movements from contract suppliers/Bata factories
  • Managing warehousing and distribution of finished goods on PAN India level
  • Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
  • Handling In and Out plant logistics with JIT delivery
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Planning and execution of logistics and its related services at operational level
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Managing warehousing and distribution of finished goods on PAN India level.
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
  • Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.

Manger Logistics

Honda Logistics India Pvt Ltd
02.2012 - 07.2019
  • Ensure smooth production of two-wheelers at the Bangalore plant by proper planning and coordination with all involved agencies, without line stoppage
  • Receive 1000 SKUs from 150 suppliers and dispatch them to Asia's biggest 2W plant at Kolar (KA) while maintaining high standards of service delivery in accordance with manufacturing commitments
  • Train and develop the department workforce with assistance from the Plant logistics team
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Design and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) based on production and internal team requirements
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Design and develop trucks according to CMVR standards for the smooth movement of goods across India
  • Develop packing standards based on requirements to minimize logistics costs
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Manage transit warehouses at Bangalore and Gujarat, including route planning and market surveys for freight rationalization
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Plan and control budgets to achieve department profit levels
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Monitor KPIs on a monthly basis and report to management
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Act as a core member of the E-Bidding process team for the appointment of new transporters while managing customers, vendors, and other program stakeholders in the delivery of complex project requirements to cost, schedule, and quality
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Ensure smooth production of Honda City and Jazz at the Tapukara plant without line stoppage while maintaining strong liaisons with manufacturing team departments at both plants and logistics companies for dispatches of press parts
  • Develop, motivate, train, and lead a team of over 100 staff with 3 shifts in charges for executing JIT operations
  • Utilize extensive knowledge and skill in transportation logistics to significantly improve on-time delivery KPIs to above 98%
  • Facilitate monthly safety training programs for transport drivers.

Business Development Manager

AFL Private Ltd
New Delhi
06.2007 - 12.2007
  • Key account manager for Jaquar and company
  • Movements of good with coordination with the branch and warehouses team.
  • Design and development process for time sensitive consignments.
  • Organize shipments with branch offices, suppliers and customers.
  • Weekly & Monthly Closure of reports of every assigned Client.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Sr. Executive (Logistics)

Honda Express Logistics India Pvt Ltd
New Delhi
01.2007 - 06.2007
  • Transportation of pre and post production spare parts from various suppliers to Honda car plant at Greater Noida.
  • New Vendor development, management onboarding and its related activities
  • SOPs developments
  • Route Survey
  • Logistics design for new products movements.

Asst. Manager Logistics

Ritco Logistics Ltd
06.2006 - 12.2006
  • Government bidding documents preparation
  • SOP preparations branches across India
  • Insurance claims follow up with concerned agencies
  • New vendor development
  • Branch annual audit for the business.

Sr Executive Marketing

Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd
01.2005 - 05.2006
  • Marketing of Corporate sales for household movements.
  • KAM for EICHER trucks and buses.
  • Developed and implemented driver training modules.
  • BSS and ASS assessment and study for future business and clients satisfaction.
  • Design and developments of customer relationship programmes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Kalinga University
04.2001 -

MBA - Marketing And Finance

Swami Vivekananda Subharti University
04.2001 -

Advanced Programme in Supply Chain Management -

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
Kolkata
04.2023 - Current

Skills

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Certification

Expert Insights on communication essentials

Accomplishments

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  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
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Timeline

Advanced Programme in Supply Chain Management -

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
04.2023 - Current

Expert Insights on communication essentials

03-2023

Communication Skills - Telling a Business Story

03-2023

Sr. Manager

Bata India Limited
07.2019 - Current

Manger Logistics

Honda Logistics India Pvt Ltd
02.2012 - 07.2019

Business Development Manager

AFL Private Ltd
06.2007 - 12.2007

Sr. Executive (Logistics)

Honda Express Logistics India Pvt Ltd
01.2007 - 06.2007

Asst. Manager Logistics

Ritco Logistics Ltd
06.2006 - 12.2006

Sr Executive Marketing

Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd
01.2005 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Arts -

Kalinga University
04.2001 -

MBA - Marketing And Finance

Swami Vivekananda Subharti University
04.2001 -

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