Akhil Vengalayapalli Kichanagari

Accomplished business development engineer with expertise in raw material planning and procurement at Amara Raja Group. Excel in cross-functional collaboration and communication, enhancing CRM and production alignment. Proficient in SAP MM and Excel, driving efficiency and accuracy. Consistently met targets, contributing to significant improvements in operational processes. Influential Purchasing Coordinator commended for first-rate technical skills. Learns new concepts quickly and works with diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Skilled at preparing purchasing and pricing reports and verifying purchase orders. Expertise in resolving product and delivery issues quickly. Unwavering commitment to efficiency in purchasing operations with background as Purchasing Coordinator. Showcased ability to negotiate and manage vendor contracts, streamline procurement processes, and maintain cost control across all purchases. Strengths include strategic planning, supplier relationship management, and inventory control. Previous roles highlighted by significant improvements in supply chain efficiencies and cost reductions.

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering Ltd, Modular Fabrication Facility, Kattupalli, Chennai, India, Project Coordination and Fabrication Process Oversight, Observed and analyzed project planning and execution processes in large-scale modular fabrication projects for the oil & gas sector., Gained exposure to real-world applications of project management methodologies, including scheduling, resource allocation, and quality control., Assisted in tracking fabrication milestones against project timelines, identifying bottlenecks, and supporting efforts to align production with client deadlines.

Bin Connect – Smart Waste Management System, Central Michigan University, Master of Science in Information Systems (Project Management Major), 01/25, 05/25, Designed and developed a smart waste management system leveraging IoT and data analytics to improve urban sanitation efficiency., Applied project management methodologies (Agile, PMBOK principles) for project planning, stakeholder engagement, and timeline management., Integrated sensor-based data collection with cloud platforms to track bin fill levels and optimize collection routes., Conducted risk analysis, resource planning, and cost estimation to ensure project alignment with strategic goals., Developed dashboards for real-time monitoring and reporting using data visualization tools., Collaborated with cross-functional teams for requirement analysis, system design, and performance evaluation., Presented project outcomes to academic and industry panels, receiving positive feedback for innovation and practical applicability.