Dhanush Kumar

Dynamic and results-driven Supply Chain Management professional with over 5 years of comprehensive experience in logistics, procurement, import purchasing, inventory management, and compliance, Adept at optimizing supply chain processes, reducing costs, enhancing vendor relationships, and driving operational excellence through strategic sourcing and technology adoption.

Senior Executive – Supply Chain Management - Viari exports - Chennai

(2025-11)

• Aligned procurement and sales strategies with overall business objectives to drive growth and operational efficiency across multiple business units.
• Manage procurement of raw materials such as: Hides & Skins, Leather chemicals , Accessories
• Identify and evaluate suppliers based on quality, reliability, and pricing
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms with vendors
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Monitor market trends (pricing of hides, chemicals, etc.)
• Ensure timely procurement to support production schedules
• Coordinate with production, quality, and warehouse teams
• Maintain proper documentation (POs, invoices, contracts)
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
• Handle import/export procurement if required
• Optimize inventory levels and reduce procurement costs

Senior Executive – Supply Chain Management - Centena Group - Chennai

(2024-06 - 2025-10)

Aligned procurement and sales strategies with overall business objectives to drive growth and operational efficiency across multiple business units. Led end-to-end supply chain functions including sourcing, vendor management, logistics coordination, warehousing, and inventory control, Sales Support

• Negotiated contracts and managed relationships with 3PL providers and Free Trade Zone authorities to optimize freight and customs clearance processes,
• Implemented robust inventory management techniques, improving stock accuracy by 25% and reducing stockouts,
• Conducted internal audits ensuring compliance with GST, Customs regulations, and ISO standards,
• Deployed ERP systems (SAP B1, SAP HANA) to enhance forecasting accuracy, data visibility, and reporting,
• Directed cross-functional teams and mentored junior staff fostering continuous improvement culture,
• Monitored logistics budgets, achieving cost savings of over 12% through strategic negotiations and process improvements,
• Generated regular MRP-based planning reports to forecast material needs and prevent shortages,
• Coordinated vessel and port operations, aligning with stevedores and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth shipment execution,
• Managed SAP data updates including route and shipment creation, purchase orders, and Sales order workflow resolutions,
• Handled transport service invoice reconciliation
• Generated and analyzed daily/weekly/monthly performance reports for internal and management stakeholders,
• Support general and specific tasks related to the effective execution and support of the end to end sales cycle processes,

Assistant SCM & Accounts Executive - Biosystems Diagnostics Pvt Ltd - Kanchipuram

(2022-01 - 2024-05)

• Managed full cycle import purchasing including vendor evaluation, purchase orders, customs clearance, and documentation,
• Maintained accurate inventory records and conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations,
• Prepared GRNs, calculated landing costs, generated invoices, and managed E-way bill processing,
• Coordinated premium freight orders, negotiated rates with freight forwarders, and ensured on-time delivery,
• Supported GST filing, customs notices, overseas remittance, and vendor account reconciliations,
• Ensured compliance with domestic/international shipping regulations and coordinated with logistics service providers,
• Developed dealer agreements and managed project reporting on a monthly basis,
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve issues and support operations,
• Manage and organize customer and sales information,
• Prepare, analyze, and present reports to track sales performance

Accounts Executive - D&V Associates - Chennai

(2020-10 - 2021-12)

• Filed GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) and Income Tax Returns (ITR 1-4),
• Generated invoices, purchase orders, and managed debtor and creditor reconciliations,
• Prepared agreements and maintained accounting records ensuring statutory compliance,

Business Intern - Parvathi Power Diesel Engineering Pvt Ltd - Chennai

(2019-04 - 2019-05)

• Maintained project status reports and assisted in tracking client deliverables,
• Verified packing operations and ensured conformance to quality standards,
• Managed billing documentation and payment processing,
• Assisted in procurement decisions aligned with supply chain goals,

MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management - DR MGR University (2022 - 2022)

BBA - Mar Gregorios College of Arts and Science (2020 - 2020)

HSC - SMJV Matriculation School (2017 - 2017)

SSC - VVV Convent Matriculation School (2015 - 2015)