MANI SELVARAJ
Seattle,WA
Summary
Operations & Supply Chain expert with an MBA from Indiana University, equipped with extensive experience in corporate strategy, project management, and process optimization. Proven track record in leading teams, improving efficiencies, and driving revenue growth. Skilled in business analytics and product management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Product Manager
Amazon
12.2023 - Current
- Launching new features on the web portal to improve customer (sellers & brands) efficiency in their supply chain by 20%.
- Launching product & feature to help sellers in implementing counterfeit avoidance program with traceability, resulting in improved profitability by 15%+.
Co-Founder (Education consultancy to help transitioning Indian veterans pursue advanced degrees)
Military to MBA
01.2021 - Current
- Led a team of peers and conducted free webinars, provided 100+ free 1:1 consultation, and helped 2 (out of 2) clients receive admission offers from 5 different university with more than $100,000 in scholarships
Operations Manager
Chewy
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices and improved safety by 10% through safety protocols and training in Multis Picking.
- Enhanced operations efficiency by 12% by optimizing workflows and implementing best practices.
Leadership Development Program Internship, Corporate Strategy
Mercury Marine (A Division of Brunswick Corporation)
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed go-to-market strategy for Electric Outboard Engine in new geography by conducting consumer surveys, estimating market size, and analyzing competitor products to achieve $2.5M revenue in launch year
- Formulated vertical integration strategy for hydraulic component by analyzing supplier dependency risks and capturing internal manufacturing capabilities reducing supplier concentration risk by 50%
Associate Vice President - Corporate & Investment Banking
JP Morgan Chase & Co.
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Facilitated upgrade of risk analysis model by conducting user interviews, analyzing potential KPIs and optimizing daily and weekly processes to enhance process efficiency by 12%
- Developed mentoring program to onboard analysts by initiating continuous learning and creating list of best practices and SOPs to increase effectiveness of existing program and reduce training duration by 15%
Founder & MD
GreenFoods Factory
12.2019 - 10.2020
- Led the launch of new product in B2B and B2C channels by forecasting demand, conducting market research, and aligning manufacturing capabilities to achieve annual revenue of $100K
- Assessed the as-is state of the shop floor and implemented automation processes in the roasting process that led to a 20% improvement in quality and a 17% increase in productivity
- Standardized logistical processes by analyzing existing supply chain, identifying gaps, and implementing hub and spokes distribution model to reduce shipment costs and delivery time by 30%
Officer-in-Charge, Head of 4 sub-units of Naval Base - Indian Naval Ship Angre
Indian Navy
01.2010 - 12.2019
- Spearheaded development of sailor residences by gaining leadership buy-in, selecting vendors, and monitoring timeframe and quality for project completion, reducing accommodation shortage by 25%
- Led a team of 100 people in organizing navy event by aligning teams, integrating past feedback, and optimizing placement for booths, and seating layouts, reducing costs 11% and increasing attendance by 20%
- Modified staffing strategy for naval base by analyzing existing staffing model and segmenting job profiles to better align responsibilities, reducing workforce shortage by 10% and increasing productivity by 20%
Head of Operations - Indian Naval Ship Agray
Indian Navy
07.2014 - 02.2016
- Executed 100+ naval operations by prioritizing operational audits based on severity and frequency of failures in critical equipment, increasing efficiency of 80-member crew, improved performance of ship by 30%
Executive Officer (Second-in-Command) - IN Ships
Indian Navy
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Developed new passage plans for largest tanker warship during Indo Brazilian Maritime Exercise by analyzing and consolidating past navigational charts, improving fuel conservation by 15%
Education
M.B.A. - Operations & Supply Chain, Business Analytics (STEM)
Indiana University, Kelley School of Business
Bloomington, IN05.2023
Bachelor of Technology - Textile Technology
Anna University
Tamil Nadu, India06.2008
Skills
- Product Management Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- Data Analytics (Excel, SQL, Tableau)
Accomplishments
- Industry Judge in Globee Awards for Customer Excellence (2024)
- Nominee for Indian Achiever Award (2024)
- Recipient of Commendation by The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Indian Navy (2019)
- Commissioned in Indian Navy by President of India (2010)
Websites
Timeline
Senior Product Manager
Amazon
12.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Chewy
07.2023 - 12.2023
Leadership Development Program Internship, Corporate Strategy
Mercury Marine (A Division of Brunswick Corporation)
06.2022 - 08.2022
Co-Founder (Education consultancy to help transitioning Indian veterans pursue advanced degrees)
Military to MBA
01.2021 - Current
Associate Vice President - Corporate & Investment Banking
JP Morgan Chase & Co.
10.2020 - 07.2021
Founder & MD
GreenFoods Factory
12.2019 - 10.2020
Head of Operations - Indian Naval Ship Agray
Indian Navy
07.2014 - 02.2016
Executive Officer (Second-in-Command) - IN Ships
Indian Navy
06.2012 - 06.2014
Officer-in-Charge, Head of 4 sub-units of Naval Base - Indian Naval Ship Angre
Indian Navy
01.2010 - 12.2019
M.B.A. - Operations & Supply Chain, Business Analytics (STEM)
Indiana University, Kelley School of Business
Bachelor of Technology - Textile Technology
Anna University