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Patna, Br, In

Patna, Bihar, India

Effectively manage entire warehouse & logistics operations & handling entire facility management for a large warehouse of 70K sq. ft. with different stages of processing & distributions of FMCG products. Provide leadership for a team of up to 200+ individuals. Ensure that organizational and safety goals are properly met at all times. • Inventory management: Overseeing inventory levels, receiving new products, and assembling them into finished products.• Shipping and receiving:… Show more Effectively manage entire warehouse & logistics operations & handling entire facility management for a large warehouse of 70K sq. ft. with different stages of processing & distributions of FMCG products. Provide leadership for a team of up to 200+ individuals. Ensure that organizational and safety goals are properly met at all times. • Inventory management: Overseeing inventory levels, receiving new products, and assembling them into finished products.• Shipping and receiving: Ensuring the proper receipt and dispatch of merchandise. • Storage: Organizing storage and ensuring the warehouse is secure • Safety: Implementing safety protocols to keep employees safe and streamline operations.• Oversaw production planning as per forecast / firm order received from Sales Team• Oversaw purchasing of RM / PM to establish minimum stock levels and reorder quantities, ensuring timely availability of materials for production• Conducted cycle counts and analysed inventory variances, implementing preventive measures to resolve discrepancies in coordination with production and accounting departments.• Logistics and Distribution: Oversee the distribution of products to various locations within the region, coordinating with transportation and logistics teams to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and safety standards for the handling and storage of FMCG products, including food safety and environmental regulations• Cost Management: Manage the budget for warehouse operations, controlling expenses, and finding cost-effective solutions to improve efficiency• Vendor Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and service providers to ensure a smooth supply chain and reduce costs• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and present regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), operational efficiency, and other relevant metrics to senior management Show less

Patna Area, India

• Manage shipping, receiving, and inventory & purchase processes for a large warehouse with a variety of different goods• Provide leadership for a team of up to 50 individuals• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system• Produce reports and statistics… Show more • Manage shipping, receiving, and inventory & purchase processes for a large warehouse with a variety of different goods• Provide leadership for a team of up to 50 individuals• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)• Strategically plan and manage logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer services• Direct, optimize and coordinate full order cycle• Liaise, negotiate & finalize contract with transporters, suppliers, manufacturers, retailers and consumers• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency• Manage SQDC, KPI, & KRA set by company to meet target• Support Sales & Business development team to sell our products without any issues. Show less

Chennai Area, India

• Implemented and enforced all policies and procedures for the entire logistics department.• Directed logistics operations, including shipping and receiving of a wide range of products daily.• Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to increase efficiencies and reduce expense without compromising customer service levels.• Negotiated and finalizes with different freight companies, Transporter, 3PL service provider and received annual contracts from them… Show more • Implemented and enforced all policies and procedures for the entire logistics department.• Directed logistics operations, including shipping and receiving of a wide range of products daily.• Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to increase efficiencies and reduce expense without compromising customer service levels.• Negotiated and finalizes with different freight companies, Transporter, 3PL service provider and received annual contracts from them. • Managed monthly freight cost reporting processes.• Developed a warehouse system that provided the best cost with the appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals.• Optimized storage areas to maximize access and meet needs of different types of products with specific weight, size or shape concerns.• Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.• Accepted delivered packages, verified products and checked delivery totals.• Monitoring Warehouse operations which include material handling, inventory accuracy, stock audit, FSN, ABC & XYZ analysis, disposal of unwanted materials, taking action on slow moving & Non-moving materials, housekeeping, safety and ensuring achievement of the top line & bottom line targets. Show less

Chennai Area, India

• Collaborated with other supervisors to maintain smooth inter-departmental communication and operations.• Implemented and enforced all policies and procedures for the entire logistics department.• Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with Customs & MEPZ - SEZ department to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.• Organized warehouse space and planned layouts to allow for maximum storage capabilities.• Trained, scheduled and evaluated 7 employees.• Ensured the… Show more • Collaborated with other supervisors to maintain smooth inter-departmental communication and operations.• Implemented and enforced all policies and procedures for the entire logistics department.• Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with Customs & MEPZ - SEZ department to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.• Organized warehouse space and planned layouts to allow for maximum storage capabilities.• Trained, scheduled and evaluated 7 employees.• Ensured the effective and timely implementation of all operational goals.• Assisted auditors of vendor invoices and month-end finance accruals.• Applied standard tables and knowledge of the law to calculate duty and tariff payments of each shipment.• Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.• Supervised all warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.• Maintained quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards. Show less

Chennai Area, India

• Ensured timely completion of all tally sheets, slot changes, shuttle transfers, and warehouse paperwork. • Handled the responsibilities of receiving goods, processing documentation, storing deliveries at the warehouse, tracking as well as distributing materials• Making GRN for incoming materials. Ledger Posting and issuing materials as per request for issues for the related department.• Responsible for making shipment arrangement as per customer's requirements• Labeled and… Show more • Ensured timely completion of all tally sheets, slot changes, shuttle transfers, and warehouse paperwork. • Handled the responsibilities of receiving goods, processing documentation, storing deliveries at the warehouse, tracking as well as distributing materials• Making GRN for incoming materials. Ledger Posting and issuing materials as per request for issues for the related department.• Responsible for making shipment arrangement as per customer's requirements• Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.• Alternated goods in inventory by observing “first in, first out” approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.• Maintained department procedures manual detailing processing requirements for each individual account.• Maintained excellent working relationships with customers by efficiently responding to all inquiries and complaints concerning work orders, invoices, and shipments,.• Liaised between warehouse personnel and customer to facilitate account and operational needs. Show less

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management, A

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Physics, A

Lean Six Sigma