Vandana Vijayakumar
Supply Chain And Sales Support
THRISSUR(TRICHUR)
Summary
Results-driven Individual with extensive experience in Supply Chain Management, novated leasing processes, financial reporting, and API development. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills, stakeholder engagement, and customer relationship management to ensure seamless transitions and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, implement innovative frameworks, and deliver accurate data analysis that enhances business performance. Adept at working autonomously in dynamic environments while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.Career focus on leveraging expertise in investment products and technology-driven solutions to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Supply Chain Associate
Autumn Rooms Technologies LTD
12.2025 - Current
- Identified and sourced residential properties across Ireland, the UK, and Australia for conversion into purpose-built student accommodation, expanding the company's property pipeline across multiple markets.
- Conducted market research and property evaluations to assess location viability, rental yield, and suitability for student housing.
- Led negotiations with landlords to secure favorable rental terms, improving cost efficiency and profitability of acquired properties.
- Managed end-to-end property onboarding, ensuring smooth transition from acquisition to operational readiness.
- Oversaw day-to-day property management activities, addressing tenant issues, coordinating maintenance, and maintaining high occupancy and satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with internal teams to ensure compliance with local housing regulations and company standards across regions.
- Served as a Property Advisor, marketing student accommodation through digital platforms and direct outreach to prospective tenants.
- Converted inbound leads into confirmed bookings by understanding student needs, providing tailored property recommendations, and guiding them through the leasing process.
- Consistently supported sales targets by maximizing lead conversion rates and maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Developed strong stakeholder management skills through ongoing interaction with landlords, tenants, and cross-functional teams.
Settlement Coordinator
Smart Group Corporation
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Oversaw timely and accurate delivery of the novated leasing settlement process, ensuring a seamless handover from the sales team and supporting end to end transaction completion.
- Leasing with dealers and after-market providers to ensure the vehicle is ready at settlement and a smooth transition for the customer.
- Facilitated end to end sales fulfillment by proactively addressing inquiries and resolving issues for customers, third party stakeholders, and motor dealerships, ensuring smooth transaction processing and high service satisfaction.
- Led the development and onboarding of new financial clients and authored comprehensive training documentation.
- Collaborated in the creation of API (Application Programming Interface) for various processes to streamline tasks.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly and fortnightly financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring data accuracy and timely delivery which improved the overall efficiency of the reporting process by 100%.
- Smart Group Corporation is ASX listed company with more than 700 employees with a Revenue of above AUD.400 million, Smartgroup has grown to become a specialist provider of a range of employee management services including salary packaging, novated leasing, and fleet management in Australia.
Educator
Camps Australia
01.2020 - 01.2021
- As a Team Leader, overseeing task delegation and ensuring high-quality, on-time project execution across team members.
- Implemented a holistic and improved learning framework that focused on the physical, emotional and psychological well-being of the child.
- Responsible for the creation of the educational and extra-curricular programme which helps in the improvement and management of the cognitive skills of children.
- Strengthen relationship, building communication abilities by engaging with diverse groups including co-workers, parents and children.
- At Camp Australia, children are at the heart of everything, with 30 years of experience in OSHC, they provide the most engaging programs tailored for each child with dedication to prioritizing their wellbeing.
Team Member
Univative Student Consultancy Programme
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Part of multi-disciplinary team in a business completion across Sydney to revamp and relaunch IT Products from Capsifi, an IT Solution based Company.
- Contributed to the success of the team in conducting primary and secondary research and creating new product bundles and marketing campaigns to increase sales revenue.
Sales Assistant
Vodafone Australia
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Provide tailored product recommendation and service solution to customers by understanding their needs across mobile, broadband and bundled offerings.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced retail environment maintaining strong knowledge of Vodafone's latest plans, promotions and devices.
- Assisted in inventory management including stock checking, device testing and organizing incoming shipments.
Operations Intern
ILLMURO
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Worked directly with management and Technical team in the development of Fashion-news website.
- Recruited and managed a nationwide network of writers, collaborating on content strategy and coordinating article development for the website.
- Collaborated with Event heads of the national modelling contest to develop marketing initiatives including University promotional events and supported operations such as registration and payment coordination.
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management and Project Management
University of Wollongong
Sydney, AustraliaBachelor of Commerce (Professional) - Commerce
Christ University
Banglore, INDIAundefined
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
United KingdomSkills
Salesforce
Microsoft Office Suite
Financial Reporting
Data Accuracy
Vendor Management
Project Coordination
API Development
Customer Service
Timeline
Supply Chain Associate
Autumn Rooms Technologies LTD
12.2025 - Current
Settlement Coordinator
Smart Group Corporation
01.2022 - 03.2025
Team Member
Univative Student Consultancy Programme
06.2020 - 07.2020
Educator
Camps Australia
01.2020 - 01.2021
Sales Assistant
Vodafone Australia
01.2019 - 01.2020
Operations Intern
ILLMURO
09.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Commerce (Professional) - Commerce
Christ University
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Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management and Project Management
University of Wollongong