Venkatesh P

Experienced Stores & Warehouse professional with 15+ years of experience in EMS / Electronics Manufacturing and EV Electric Auto manufacturing in Electronics & Mechanical Stores, specializing in warehouse operations, inventory management, material planning, kitting, SAP transactions, inter-plant material movement, NPD/NPI support, GRN/STO/PGI processes, stock accuracy, manpower management, and continuous improvement. managing end-to-end store and warehouse activities in a manufacturing environment Experienced in handling high volume inventory, production kitting, warehouse space optimization.

Assistance Manager Store - Nash Industries India Pvt Ltd - Bangalore, Karnataka

(2025-09)

• Monitoring the team of 35+ for entire store operations, warehouse management and control in process of inbound and outbound operations and Coordinate with Purchase, PPC, Quality, SCM, Production, Finance and Logistics teams for smooth material flow of Supported manpower planning and workload balancing to improve warehouse productivity.
• Control complete inward material process including gate entry, document verification, unloading, physical quantity verification, GRN processing, quality coordination and system put-away.
• Logistic activities ensure the daily shipments / Materials issues / packing / PGI / sharing dispatch details to customers.
• Collaborate closely with production, procurement and supply chain teams to align inventory processes with production schedules and demand forecasts.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all materials are tracked efficiently through the ERP system.
• Drive process improvements to optimize space utilization reduce lead times and minimize stock discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, Quality and regulatory standards.
• Prepare regular reports on inventory levels, material consumption and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• 5s and Kaizen Activities.
• Knowledge in making modernized stores setup for operational efficiency, Digitalization and continual improvements (Improvement Orientation).
• Motivate the team for personal and professional development.
• Support on Nonmoving material analysis and segregation.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and reconciliations.
• Monitor inventory turnover and adjust procurement strategies to minimize excess and obsolete stock.

Assistant Manager Store - Himil Hi-Tech Electronics Pvt Ltd - Bangalore, Karnataka

(2025-02 - 2025-08)

• Develop and implement inventory control procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure optimal stock levels.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and reconciliations.
• Monitor inventory turnover and adjust procurement strategies to minimize excess and obsolete stock.
• Oversee the daily operations of the store, including receiving, storing and issuing materials.
• Ensure the store is organized, clean and complies with safety regulations.
• Implement best practices for material handling and storage.
• Train and supervise store staff, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Maintain and update ERP systems to ensure accurate tracking of inventory and procurement activities.
• Generate reports and analytics to support decision making processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve ERP system issues related to material management.
• Reconcile physical inventory with systems records regularly.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical and system inventories.
• Implement corrective actions to prevent future discrepancies.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as production, Purchase, Material planning, Production planning, and finance, to align materials management with overall company goals.
• Develop and enforce material management policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Store Officer - Centum Electronics Ltd - Bangalore, Karnataka

(2024-06 - 2025-02)

• Manage and oversee all daily store operations, ensuring timely and accurate receipt, storage, issue and documentation of materials.
• Plan and manage manpower and store related expenses effectively, staying within the allocated budget.
• Monitor and control inventory of Raw materials and work in progress (WIP) to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate closely with PPC, Purchase and Production departments to align material availability with forecasts and production requirements.
• Lead cost reduction and process efficiency initiatives using Legrand way, KAIZEN and other continuous improvement tools.
• Ensure strong workplace management practices in housekeeping, visual management, EMS, waste control, space utilization and ergonomics.
• Implement and oversee compliance with HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) protocols and other workplace safety measures.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and generate regular MIS reports as required.
• Conduct periodic cycle counts and physical inventory checks to ensure alignment with ERP data.
• Manage and supervise scrap disposal processes, ensuring proper documentation and cleanliness of the scrap yard.
• Train, mentor and develop the store team through Job rotations, training programs, and industry best practice sharing.
• Ensure compliance with applicable company policies, ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 standards, and relevant statutory requirements.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management practices such as FIFO, FEFO, LIFO, GRN, MRN, etc.
• Hands-on experience with SAP, Baan, Infor LN ERP systems for inventory control and reporting.
• Technical understanding of material handling processes and stock auditing methods.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and prioritization skills.

Store Sr. Engineer - Altigreen Propulsion Labs Pvt LTD - Malur, Karnataka

(2023-04 - 2024-03)

• Complete EV (Electric vehicle) Store operational requirements by scheduling. Engaging and assigning employees, following up on work results.
• Responsible for receipt of materials, Maintain proper records of stores.
• Issue of materials and tools to produce within a specified timeline.
• Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts, reconciling with data storage system.
• Make arrangement for proper storage of Raw materials and finished goods a material to production department.
• Maintaining Inventory management.
• Prevention of Goods (RM, Consumables of Finish Goods)
• Responsible for 5s in stores (RM & Finish)
• Achieves objects by preparing Monthly Inventory Turnover Report, scheduling Stock counting, analyzing variance and initiating corrective actions.
• Completes Store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, following up on work results.
• Maintains store staff job results by training, counseling, and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring and appraising job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops.
• Prevent unauthorized people from entering the stores.
• Storage & Inventory Management performing as Support Point for delivering best-in-class material presentation.

Store Officer - Centum Electronics Ltd - Bangalore, Karnataka

(2018-02 - 2023-03)

• Served as a Store officer for 35000 sq. ft. facility. Manage storage space and handling equipment efficiently and making sure quality, budgetary targets and environmental objectives are mine.
• Manage and optimize all aspects of warehouse operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in the handling of high volumes of inventory.
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures for receiving, storage, and dispatching of goods.
• Implement effective inventory control measures to minimize stock outs, overstock situations, and discrepancies.
• Regularly conduct cycle counts, audits and reconciliation to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team of warehouse staff, ensuring proper training and development to enhance performance. Foster a positive and safety-conscious work environment.
• Leverage warehouse management systems (WMS) and other technologies to streamline operations, track inventory, and generate performance reports. Stay informed about advancements in warehouse technology and recommend improvements as necessary.
• Implement quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all received and shipped products. Address and resolve any quality issues in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, implement safety protocols, and maintain compliance with warehouse standards and procedures.
• Accountable for all receiving materials are updated BAAN / Infor LN (GRN) and receiving discrepancies are reported on daily Basis.
• Responsible for FIFO/Shelf life being followed as per Date code, any expired need to be moved to Quarantine, Informed to Program, MPS & Purchase team.
• Execute, follow up and track of Kitting process and ensure kits are moved to production as per target dates and master planning schedules. (LIKAS)
• Utilization of Non-Moving (Obsolete) material into active projects to do Stock transfer from RM-RM with all QA /Engineering aspects.
• Responsible for materials kitted as per Pick list Quantity Mentioned, Check for any excess materials/Shortages/Wrong Part issues for each Work Order.

Store Executive - Prakash Lamp Shade Co - Bangalore, Karnataka

(2017-01 - 2018-01)

• Handling Store operations such as Store Management, Inventory control, Store Super Vision, Material Management, Store Merchandising, Store Keeping, Store planning.
• Responsible for the receipt of incoming materials, Assessment as per PO details for the description, quantity, delivery target, shortages/excess or damages to be reported.
• Raising GRN for each item & intimating QA & Production In charge for Inspection and approval.
• Making Monthly MIS reports in MS-Excel. Having knowledge of Excel formulas, like V-lookup, Pivot Tabel etc.
• Responsibility to maintain the records of inward & outward of material.
• Orderly storing of materials in stores with location to eliminate delay for issuing to production.
• Handle & Counting of Physical Inventory as per Cycle Count Plan.
• Ensure FIFO, 5S & OHSAS maintenance in stores.
• Maintaining all relevant registers / records for legal & internal purposes.
• Recording the material receipt shortage, damage etc.
• Handling all end-to-end activities of inflow and outflow of materials to & from the Store.

Junior Officer Store - Solectron EMS India Private LTD - Bangalore, Karnataka

(2010-06 - 2016-12)

• Supervise and control warehouse operations.
• Become a leader for all warehouse staff.
• Supervise and control all goods entering and leaving according to the SOP.
• Check items received according to SOP.
• Make planning, supervision, and warehousing reports.
• Ensuring the availability of goods according to needs.
• Oversee the work of other warehouse staff to comply with work standards.
• Ensuring the activity of goods entering and running smoothly.
• Report all transactions in and out of goods to and from the warehouse.

Advance Diploma - Material Management - ISBM University, Bangalore, K.A.