Shanthosh Kumar

Results-oriented Logistics & Supply Chain Management Professional with 15 years of comprehensive experience in transportation, fleet management, warehouse operations, inventory control, customer service, vendor management, and end-to-end supply chain operations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize logistics processes, improve operational efficiency, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Experienced in managing customer relationships, warehouse operations, freight forwarding, material planning, fleet utilization, and logistics performance.

Strong leadership skills with expertise in process improvement, KPI monitoring, cost control, and operational excellence.

SCM Logistics Manager - Hitro Logistics Pvt. Ltd.

(2025-01)

Lead end-to-end logistics and warehouse operations for multiple customers.

• Ensure uninterrupted Finished Goods (FG) supply to customer production lines.
• Manage warehouse inventory based on customer production plans.
• Coordinate fleet operations, truck placement, freight forwarding, and material movement.
• Handle customer and vendor escalations while ensuring service excellence.
• Prepare operational MIS reports and monitor KPIs.
• Recruit, train, and supervise logistics personnel.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and ensure compliance with operational standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional departments for smooth execution.
• Follow up on customer payments in coordination with finance teams.
• Successfully managed logistics operations for 22 customers with a 8-member operations team.
• Maintained consistent on-time material supply for major automotive manufacturing customers.
• Improved operational coordination through structured review meetings and escalation management.

Assistant Manager – Fleet & SCM Logistics - Chellam Logistics

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

Managed fleet operations and transportation planning with focus on optimization and compliance.

• Optimized fleet utilization and monitored fuel efficiency.
• Coordinated vehicle maintenance and vendor performance.
• Supervised procurement, planning, customer service, and materials management.
• Managed GPS vehicle tracking and breakdown support.
• Conducted driver safety training and ensured regulatory compliance.
• Developed logistics performance reports and operational KPIs.
• Led a team of 7 logistics professionals.
• Improved delivery lead times through better transportation planning.
• Enhanced fleet productivity through GPS-based monitoring and route optimization.

Senior Executive – SCM Outbound Logistics - Mahindra Logistics Ltd.

(2013-02 - 2020-10)

Planned and managed outbound logistics operations with emphasis on delivery efficiency and vendor coordination.

• Planned dispatch schedules based on customer demand and sales orders.
• Managed vehicle allocation and outbound transportation.
• Coordinated rail transportation (Car Shipping Operations).
• Managed supplier and transporter performance.
• Conducted weekly safety programs for drivers.
• Monitored delivery KPIs and prepared management reports.
• Processed Proof of Delivery (POD) verification and billing documentation.
• Streamlined outbound logistics processes to improve delivery efficiency.
• Strengthened vendor coordination, reducing transportation delays.
• Supported continuous improvement initiatives across logistics operations.

Accounts Executive - OSL Logistics Pvt. Ltd.

(2010-02 - 2012-12)

Managed billing, documentation, and financial processes for logistics operations.

• Prepared customer and subcontractor invoices.
• Managed POD documentation and billing processes.
• Processed vendor payments and maintained financial records.
• Supported month-end accounting activities.
• Coordinated billing documentation across multiple customer accounts.

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce - Thirumurugan Arts & Science College (2010)