- Kumaran R has over 23 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, import/export operations, and inventory management. - He is currently the Logistics In-Charge at Garuda Vaayu Shakthi Limited, an Indian wind turbine manufacturing company, where he is responsible for domestic and international logistics operations. - Prior to this, he held manager-level positions in logistics and customs at various manufacturing companies such as Lite-On Mobile and Triumph International India, where he helped reduce logistics costs and ensured on-time delivery.

1. KUMARAN R
94/A, 4T Street, Lakshmi Nagar,
Madipakkam, Chennai – 600091
Phone: +91 9962591529
E-Mail: rkumaran_69@rediffmail.com
Objective
Looking for a suitable position in Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management / Export & Import Operations in
a reputed organization, where effective materials management is considered to make a significant contribution to
the bottom line of the organization.
Profile
 A Competent professional with over 23 years of experience in the field of Supply Chain Management/
Logistics/ Import - Export Operations/ Inventory & Vendor Development
 Expertise in managing overall operations and enhancing the operational efficiency, eliminating
obsolescence and achieving cost reduction for an OEM facility in both the International and Domestic
movement of Break Bulk and Project Cargoes, Regular consignment through various containers by
Ocean, Air and Surface in coordination with forwarders, carriers, Liners and customs House Agents
 Skilled in handling statutory bodies like MEPZ, SEZ, EOU, STP, JDGFT, Central Excise Officers and
Customs Authorities in processing export/import management and documentation process.
 Well organized, take initiative, flexible, adaptable, welcome change, good team player, work well
under pressure, work effectively with peers, management and vendors
 A common sense & realistic approach to work/problems and can facilitate solutions to complex issues
quickly
 Excellent negotiation & analytical skills with executive maturity and leadership ability
 Adept at global culture and demonstrate enough sensitivity to issues on people, process and cultural
fitment
Professional summary
From To Organization Last Position held
Aug 13
Till
date
Garuda Vaayu Shakthi Limited, Chennai
In charge – Logistics, Supply Chain
Management
Sep 11 July 13 Lite-On Mobile (India) Pvt. Ltd., Chennai Manager – Logistics and Customs
Sep 10 Sep 11
Triumph International India Pvt. Ltd.,
Chennai
Manager– EXIM
May
06
Sep 10 Pearl Global Ltd., MEPZ, Chennai Asst. Manager - Commercial
Jan 03 Apr 06 Celebrity Fashions Ltd., Chennai Sr. Executive – Commercial
Nov 96 Dec 02 Thuhil Styles Pvt. Ltd., Chennai Export Executive
Apr 90 Oct 96 International Services, Chennai Export Assistant
Work summary
GARUDA VAAYU SHAKTHI LIMITED – A Wind Turbine Manufacturing Company engaged in manufacturing of
700 KW & 1700 KW Wind Turbines.
Job Profile:
Logistics In charge, reporting to Asst. Vice President- Supply Chain Management & Operations
Responsibilities:

2. • Responsible for both Inbound & Outbound International Logistics (Air & Sea), Customs Clearance, Domestic
Logistics, Warehousing etc., of Raw Materials, Sub-Assemblies, Finished Goods of above said Wind Turbine,
which varies from small LCL cargo’s to Break-bulk / Over Dimensional Cargo’s.
• Responsible for execution of complete logistics & warehousing activity within the budget allocated, meeting the
production demand.
• Responsible to develop alternate methods, methodology, sources etc., towards reduction in logistics cost.
• Responsible to make logistics & handling procedure for each Components, Raw Materials, Finished Goods etc.,
with help of Design / Engineering Inputs.
• Co-Ordination with Ministry of New & Renewable Energy towards obtaining Concessional Customs Duty
Certificate, eligible for Certified Wind Turbines.
• Responsible to co-ordinate with Shipper, Freight Forwarders, CHA’s, Shipping Lines, CFS, Warehouses, Airlines
etc., towards smooth operation of complete logistics chain.
• Monitoring and controlling to ensure seamless warehouse and logistic operations.
• Management Information System (MIS) on daily basis to buyers & relevant departments about various shipment
arrivals, expected customs clearance, expected receipt at factory etc.,
• Identification & Development of new sources towards efficient operation & reduction of Logistics cost.
• Updating management on the introduction/changes in the government notification related wind industries and
processing the import / export documentation accordingly to explore the possibilities of availing the maximum
benefits.
• Periodical MIS and analytical report to the management on the trend of the landed cost along with
recommendations / suggestions to be implemented in the logistics procedure, customs documentation etc., if
any.
Significant Accomplishments:
• Developed Procedures, Process flow charts, Formats, MIS Reports for Logistics, Customs Clearance &
Warehousing activity which resulted with considerable manpower saving, reduction in demurrages, reduction in
detention charges, reduction in shipping lead time, reduction logistics cost etc.,
• Considerable cost & energy saving were obtained in Logistics (International, Domestic & Customs Clearance) by
consolidation of cargo of same Origins of different vendors.
• Achieved cost saving of about 20 L to the organization in the movement of 10 sets (3nos each) of rotor blades
from Poland to India through effective vendor sourcing process and productive negotiation.
• Successfully coordinated & obtained approval from Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) for
Concessional Customs Duty on import of eligible components towards manufacturing of WEG Garuda 700.54
(700 KW) Wind Turbine.
Lite-On Mobile (India) Pvt. Ltd., Chennai – A 100% subsidiary of Lite-On Mobile, Taiwan. The company
supporting Nokia India Pvt LTd, Chennai. with major share of the capacity in manufacturing electronic and molded
parts of Nokia mobiles as T1 supplier and other Mobile phone manufacturers like Apple, LG, HTC etc., with sizable
volume of production capacity.
Job Profile:
Manager – Logistics and Customs, Second level in materials function and third level in Lite-On India Organization,
reporting to Head Materials
Responsibilities:
• Responsible for all Customs/Statutory documentation process, Domestic and International Logistics
• Identifying and finalizing sources for providing International and Domestic Logistics Solutions and Services
• Periodic analyzing of vendor performance and exploring the possibility of continued improvisation of Logistics
and statutory service and solutions, Supervising and apprising subordinates

3. • Actively participating in the inter department meeting to provide the clarity on the where about of the supply of
raw materials, SFG and FG and provide due support to inter department management
• Supported management by leading Both Finished Goods and Raw Material Ware house team of 67 members
and effectively organizing the Scrap Management Along with the regular responsibilities listed.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2008 standards
Significant Accomplishments:
• Involved in reducing cost up to 25% to 30% in 2012 through proper negotiations
• Played a key role in successfully controlling the movement of scrap from the handler and agent through theright
category of scrap in the right category of load
• Ensured timeline management of the raw material movement in line with production teams requirement to
support the JUST IN TIME supply and prevent the possible line stop in customer’s production unit.
Triumph International India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai – A 100% subsidiary of a German based, manufacturing unit
of lingerie to the world market.
Job Profile:
Manager – Export and Import, Second level in Triumph International, India Operation GM India Operations
Responsibilities:
• Handling Customs in processing the inbound and outbound documentation like filing of bill of entry / shipping
bill, filing transfer bond, getting carting order for pre and post shipment movements
• Handling Central Excise & SEZ authorities in executing the procurement certificate for import into EOU, updating
B17 bond register & CT3 for domestic procurement, closing the re-warehousing & re-crediting the bond register
and ARE procedures for both inbound and outbound material movements
• Handling the inbound and outbound movements of consignments manufactured using Imported raw materials
brought under special scheme like Advance Authorization, DEPB, etc.
• Providing MIS on the status, risk factors & suggesting effective solutions on regular interval.
Significant Accomplishments:
• Effectively Drafted the departmental and cross functional Objectives & SOP’s for Chennai operation in material
handling and documentation management of Export, Import and domestic consignments and enforced the
effective implementation of the same.
• Actively participated in a week long workshop held at Bangkok, Thailand in formulating the centralized system in
managing the Customs Liquidation process of Export Oriented Units of China, Thailand, Vietnam, India
operations of Triumph group.
Pearl Global Ltd., MEPZ, Chennai – Chennai operation of Delhi based multi brand apparel producing and
exporting unit to the overseas buyers like KOHLS DEPARTMENT STORES INC., US, JC Penny., US, GAP INC., US,
MATALAN., FRANCE, GANDERMOUNTAIN., US, CONSOLIDATED APPAREL GROUP., US etc.,
Job Profile:
Second level in materials function and third level in Chennai Organization, reporting to GM-Materials
Responsibilities:
• Handling Customs authorities in processing the inbound and outbound documentation like filing of bill of entry /
shipping bill, filing transfer bond, getting carting order for pre and post shipment movements.
• Handling SEZ authorities in duty less clearance of import consignment and executing the factory stuffed exports
consignments with due inspections carried out appropriate customs authorities.

4. • Identifying and finalizing sources for Domestic and International logistic services (in bound & out bound) general
consumables
• Coordinating with overseas buyers and buying house in
o Getting the Letter of Credits on mutually accepted terms well in advance to process the required
documentations for shipment.
o Providing the valid service to enable them to plan the clearance from Port / CFS on arrival of the
consignment at destinations.
o Receiving and following the shipment manual / instructions carefully to enable buyers to have smooth
clearance process at destination.
o Updating the Shipment (sailing) schedules and maintaining the record for anytime reference.
Celebrity Fashions Ltd., Chennai – A multi brand apparel producing and exporting units to the Overseas buyers
like KOHLS DEPARTMENT STORES INC., USA, MARZOTTO (MARLBORO), ITALY, CHILDREN WORLD WIDE FASHIONS
(CWF - (kids division to TIMBERLAND brand)), FRANCE, QUIKSILVER INC, USA, EUROPE (NA PALI SAS), NQ COUNTRIES
(UG MANUFACTURING), OXBOW, FRANCE, CONSOLIDATED APPAREL GROUP, USA etc.,
Job Profile:
Sr. Executive reporting to Manager, Commercial
Responsibilities:
• Handling Customs authorities in processing the inbound and outbound documentation like filing of bill of entry /
shipping bill, filing transfer bond, getting carting order for pre and post shipment movements.
• Handling SEZ authorities in duty less clearance of import consignment and executing the factory stuffed exports
consignments with due inspections carried out appropriate customs authorities.
• Identifying and finalizing sources for Domestic and International logistic services (in bound & out bound) general
consumables
• Coordinating with overseas buyers and buying house in
o Getting the Letter of Credits on mutually accepted terms well in advance to process the required
documentations for shipment.
o Providing the valid service to enable them to plan the clearance from Port / CFS on arrival of the
consignment at destinations.
o Receiving and following the shipment manual / instructions carefully to enable buyers to have smooth
clearance process at destination.
o Updating the Shipment (sailing) schedules and maintaining the record for anytime reference.
Education
• Masters Foreign Trade (MFT) from Pondicherry University, Pondicherry.
• B.Com. from The New College, (Affiliated to University of Madras), Chennai
Computer Skills
• Applications – Sound knowledge of MS Office, especially in Excel, Word and Power Point
Salary Details
Expected CTC : As per industry standard
Notice Period : 1 month
Personal Details
Language Proficiency : Tamil, Hindi, English
Date of Birth : 15th
August, 1969
Marital status : Married
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that all the particulars given above are true.

5. (KUMARAN. R)

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