Praburaman J

Seasoned logistics and procurement expert with a track record of streamlining supply chain processes. Results-oriented logistics specialist who prioritizes increasing efficiency and reducing costs. A strategic thinker with a wealth of supply chain management and logistics expertise.

Keen attention to details & results oriented in coordinating & managing procurement, wind turbine erection, crane vendors, customs, 3PL Service Providers, freight forwarders, ODC Transporters and CHA with regards to WTG – TCI Procurement, ODC / OWC Transport, import, export, and commercial activities on behalf of the company. Proactive with excellent communication skills & strong work ethics. Ability to engage with people across hierarchy & cross –functional teams with ease.

AGM – TCI Procurement - Everrenew Energy Pvt Ltd - Chennai

(2025-09)

• Procurement of all types of erection tools
• Shortlisting Crane vendors for WTG Erection (800 MT to 50 MT Capacity)
• Finalizing Erection Man Power for WTG Erection
• Storage Yard development along with storage yard crane, man power and other resources
• Finalizing ODC cargo transporters for WTG Interacting
• Foundation steel procurement
• Internal Road development

Head - Givven Logistics - Chennai

(2024-01 - 2024-09)

Sr. Manager – Supply Chain & Logistics - Sri Ambal Polymers - Chennai

(2018-01 - 2023-12)

Managed warehouse of 1,00,000 Sq Ft for 24 Hrs operation. Administered manpower requirement & machine requirement calculation; implemented FIFO, Kanban and JIT concepts.

Inventory

Control. Supervising warehouse operations for PAN India and ensuring adherence to KPIs agreed with store vendors; changing the logistics process to accommodate a smooth flow of cargo to maximize loads, increase output & net profits. Developing high-level implementation plans, and determining future logistics organizational structure/support ensuring Delivery-in-Full (DIF) and Delivery-on-Time. Overseeing day-to-day supplier performance to ensure meeting of service, cost, delivery and quality norms. Planning and managing logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer services while monitoring compliance with laws, regulations and ISO requirements.

• New vendor development & rate negotiation for Transportation of WTG movements both for domestic and export movements
• Responsible for route survey for the movement of all main components
• Responsible for route development activities until zero point
• Arrangement of rework team, insurance surveyor & claim documents for transit damages
• Monitor Existing Logistics system and develop new model as per management requirement to reduce the transportation cost
• Work with cross-functional Department (Planning, Production, Construction, Quality and Finance)
• Handling Transportation of Nacelle, Hub, and Blades from Chennai plant to Krishnapatinam port, Tuticorin port. Analyzing the daily production plan vs actual with production team for on-time placement of vehicle
• Discussion with Logistic Service Provider's regarding safety related implementations and develop a new practice for the safe movement of the ODC components like Nacelle, Hub, Blade and tower
• Monitoring Daily Dispatches report & Project status and updating to Plant / Projects
• Ensuring HSE standards are maintained for all the components dispatched for the safe delivery of the component
• Monitoring the Effective utilization of vehicle at site location to avoid unnecessary excess vehicle placement and unwanted delay in site
• Procurement of all types of imported materials
• Responsible for releasing the purchase order for all imported components
• Handling the ODC cargos (Break Bulk, Flat Rack, Barge & Costal Shipping)
• Working experience in SEZ / EOU and handled its import/export
• Deemed Exports against World Bank & EPCG Invalidation Supplies
• Marine Insurance Coverage
• Obtained SVB order from Customs for Inter company purchase & Sales
• Freight negotiation for Import & Export consignments (Air, Ocean and Surface)
• Import Documentation (Air & Sea) – All types of Cargo
• Booking of Break Bulk Vessels from and to India
• Bonding and Ex Bonding Formalities
• Applying for AEO Client status
• All import clearances under different licensing schemes
• Machinery Cargo (Import & Export) with complete formalities
• Preparation of duty-free licenses for export/deemed export (DEEC & EPCG)
• Return of material to supplier after getting approval from Banks / RBI (ReImport)
• Continuous monitoring on alternate source considering the QCD parameters
• Online system tracking for import and export (Air & Sea)
• Co-ordination with International Freight Forwarders, Shipping Lines, Clearing Agents and other External agencies
• Availing MNRE Benefits
• Pre & Post Shipment Export Documentation (Air & Sea) – All types of Cargo
• Co-ordination with the Steamer Agents for Vessel / Flight Follow-up
• Complete formalities related to Export procedures including GSP, COO, Fumigation & AWB etc
• Re-Export of goods imported under nil duty and under simple bond
• Scrutinizing documents for Negotiation purposes with Banks
• Preparing Post Shipment Transshipment Details
• Redemption of advance licenses (DEEC / EPCG)
• Claims from Insurance Company and Export Credit Guarantee Corporation
• Obtaining special permission from RBI / Banks for warranty replacement
• Availing FOCUS PRODUCT benefits
• Reply to demand notices issued by customs
• Interfaced with Legal Consultants in case to resolve legal disputes
• Appearing for hearing with customs
• Obtaining special permission for import / export on holidays
• maintained customs documents and registers
• Collaborated with global team on export projects and provided advisory on duty calculation, HS Code and documentation to be followed for import and exports

Manager – Logistics - Gamesa Wind Power - Chennai

(2010-08 - 2016-05)

Revathi CP Equipment

(1994-05 - 2002-08)

Universal Radiators Group

(2004-09 - 2007-03)

Eppinger Tooling

(2007-04 - 2007-12)

Pricol Limited

(2008-01 - 2010-05)

Visteon Automotive P Ltd

(2010-06 - 2010-08)

MBA - Supply Chain & Logistics

MBA - Finance & Systems

B.Com