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Saravanan Murugesan
Supply chain planning Analyst
Summary
A highly analytical and detail-oriented Supply chain Planning Analyst with 5+ years of experience in managing end-to-end supply chain operations. Proficient in demand forecasting, Strategic sourcing, Inventory planning, Order management, process optimisation, and cost reduction strategies. Strong analytical skills complemented by effective communication and collaboration abilities to support cross-functional teams and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Supply Chain Planning Analyst (Google NOSCO)
EOS IT Solutions
06.2023 - Current
- Dedicated to strategic demand supply planning, ensuring the highest level of vendor performance to drive efficiency and success within Google's supply chain network
- Developing and monitoring KPis to optimize supply chain and make data-driven decisions for efficiency
- Demand Forecasting: Developed accurate forecasts for hardware and consumables using statistical methods and historical analysis
- PR to PO Placement: Managed the PR to PO process on the 09 platform, aligning purchases with long-term goals and optimizing supplier selection
- Order Management: Oversaw local purchasing in complex markets, monitored PO fulfillment, and assessed supplier on-time delivery (OTD) performance
- Master Data Management: Enhanced PLM data flow, reducing exceptions by 54% and re-occurrences by 81%, while automating data maintenance tasks
- Process Improvement: Streamlined supply chain processes and collaborated with logistics and procurement teams to resolve operational challenges
- Performance Review: Facilitated meetings to review metrics and address disruptions, leading to faster resolution times.
Planner (Supply and Distribution)
The NUDI Foods
Chennai
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and maintained a rolling 12-month demand forecast for production and inventory planning
- Managed daily production activities across raw materials, packaging, and finished goods
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align supply and demand, addressing capacity constraints
- Optimized inventory levels to minimize excess and obsolescence
- Monitored supplier performance to ensure timely delivery of materials
- Analyzed data and reported key performance indicators to management
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Inventory Planner/Analyst
Rampage Properties Group-Expressway VV Pty ltd
, Victoria
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with demand planners to facilitate understanding of demand plans
- Ensured stock availability through effective supplier management
- Conducted inventory analysis to identify trends and mitigate supply chain risks
- Supported distribution centers to align operations with business expectations
- Managed end-to-end purchase order processes and reported stock issues
- Analyzed PO performance to meet supplier delivery KPis
- Utilized system-driven inventory planning techniques to maintain appropriate stock levels
- Identified opportunities for service level and process improvements
Inventory Replenishment officer
12.2019 - 01.2021
Education
Master of Supply Chain And Logistics - Management
RMIT University. |CIPS And CILTAustralia|
Dec 2019
Bachelors - Mechanical engineering
Karpagam college of Engineering (Anna
Apr 2017
Software
SAP MM
Petiole
ProcureANT
E2Open
Anode
PowerBI
Tableau
MS - Visio
MS Office
Skills
- Data Analysis
- ERP Systems
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Inventory Management
- Demand forecasting
- Process Mapping
- Project Management
- Agile methodologies,
- Problem-Solving
- Root Cause analysis
- Demand Forecasting & planning
- Inventory management and optimization
- Cost reduction strategies
- SAP ERP systems & visualization
- Data analysis and reporting
- Vendor and supplier management
- Process improvement
- KPI Development and monitoring
Certification
- SAP ERP Essential Training, Lynda.Com
- Wayne Winston on Analytics, Linkedin learning
Timeline
Supply Chain Planning Analyst (Google NOSCO)
EOS IT Solutions
06.2023 - Current
Planner (Supply and Distribution)
The NUDI Foods
07.2022 - 06.2023
Inventory Planner/Analyst
Rampage Properties Group-Expressway VV Pty ltd
02.2021 - 04.2022
Inventory Replenishment officer
12.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Supply Chain And Logistics - Management
RMIT University. |CIPS And CILTAustralia|
Bachelors - Mechanical engineering
Karpagam college of Engineering (Anna
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