KISHORE BALAMURUGAN
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Reliable Inventory Manager bringing expertise in receiving, storage and document management. Natural leader, communicator and problem-solver experienced in completing audits and submitting reports. Focused on keeping inventory current and at optimal levels.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Manager
ASU
01.2023 - Current
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Implemented inventory control techniques to optimize stock levels and reduce excess inventory by 15%.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
- Utilized SAP to maintain accurate inventory records and streamline procurement processes.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to resolve inventory issues promptly, improving order fulfillment by 20%.
Supply Chain Analyst
VSC Infra Private Limited
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Improved department efficiency by 60% by creating department centric forms like NDA's, RFQ's, commercial invoices, packing list, bill of lading and facilitated daily operation by ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented
- Orchestrated demand forecasting initiatives resulting in a 20% improvement in forecast accuracy, driving enhanced inventory management and operational efficiency
- Utilized Power BI and Microsoft Excel to extract actionable insights from large datasets, achieving a 15% reduction in transportation spend within first year
- Analyzed carrier RFP results and negotiated contracts, resulting in a 10% reduction in transportation costs
- Created KPIs for logistics and carrier performance, measuring On-Time Pickup, On-Time Delivery, and Claims Ratio, ensuring precise evaluation and improvement tracking
Design Engineer Intern
KHK Scaffolding & formwork LLC
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to redesign supply chain networks, leveraging engineering principles to enhance scalability, flexibility, and resilience
- Spearheaded design engineering initiatives to hone logistics processes, resulting in a 20% increase in operational efficiency and a 15% reduction in costs
- Championed sustainability initiatives, driving a commendable 25% decrease in carbon emissions and an impressive 30% reduction in waste generation, aligning organizational practices with environmental stewardship
- Maintained optimal inventory levels to reduce supply chain costs by 10%
Education
Master's - Industrial Engineering -
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2023
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering -
Birla Institute of Technology And Science Dubai Campus, UAE
Dubai07.2020
Skills
- SAP GUI
- Advanced Excel (Pivot tables)
- Negotiation
- Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Inventory Management
- Lean Six Sigma
- FBA Inventory Planning
- Warehouse Management
- Decision-Making
- Paperwork reviewing
- Critical Thinking
Leadershipandinvolvement
- Sportsperson of the Batch, BITS Pilani Dubai Campus, Dubai, 08/2016, 07/2020, Led volleyball, Basketball and Cricket teams to tournament victories in Dubai.
- General Secretary, BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus, Dubai, 08/2019, 05/2020, Led organization of UAE's largest Inter-University Sports Festival, hosting 500+ participants from 15 universities, fostering sportsmanship and unity among students.
Projects
ERP Simulation game in SAP environment, 01/2023, 04/2023, Arizona State University, Tempe, Executed an entire business process supply chain in areas: Sales, Production, Accounting, Procurement. Implemented above tasks with help of SAP (S/4 HANA), Data Analysis with MS Excel, Market research. Demand prediction using Time series Analysis in Industry, 09/2022, 12/2022, Arizona State University, Tempe, Utilized time series analysis to forecast demand for the manufacturing industry, resulting in a 15% reduction in inventory costs and a 10% increase in on-time deliveries. Maximizing return on inventory and identifying future consumers' intentions to purchase a given good at a specific price.
Timeline
Inventory Manager
ASU
01.2023 - Current
Supply Chain Analyst
VSC Infra Private Limited
06.2020 - 05.2021
Design Engineer Intern
KHK Scaffolding & formwork LLC
01.2020 - 04.2020
Master's - Industrial Engineering -
Arizona State University
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering -
Birla Institute of Technology And Science Dubai Campus, UAE
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