Barath Kanna
@barathkanna
Experienced supply chain leader specializing in procurement, logistics and inventory optimization.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a supply chain professional with extensive experience across procurement, vendor negotiation, logistics, warehouse management and inventory control within automotive, plant & processing and industrial sectors. I have led large teams and driven systems improvements to meet stringent SLA and JIT requirements.
My career includes roles managing international logistics, vendor development, MRP/KANBAN-based planning and end-to-end supply chain execution for OEMs and large enterprises. I have delivered forecasting, contract negotiation, import/export coordination and multi-modal transport management while meeting demanding customer delivery SLAs.
I am results-focused, pragmatic and collaborative, with a track record of introducing simplified monitoring systems, building multi-vendor competitive environments and consistently achieving schedule adherence and inventory targets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development & Operations
SDE Works – TAFE & Eicher Motors
Apr 2016 - Present (10 years 2 months)
Manage end-to-end supply chain and outbound logistics for international business units and Eicher Motors, leading 144 staff and ensuring 100% schedule adherence to MRP in lean manufacturing environments.
Deputy Manager - Supply Chain
Plastic Omnium Auto Inergy India Pvt Ltd
Jun 2015 - Mar 2016 (9 months)
Coordinated domestic and international vendors to meet production objectives for Toyota and Hyundai, implemented 6-month rolling plans, maintained 14.2 days inventory target, and managed stores across ~2,200 sq.m.
Assistant Manager - Materials
Tractors and Farm Equipment Ltd
Jun 2012 - Jun 2015 (3 years)
Managed SCM operations for 4,200 SKUs to ensure 100% JIT supply with 4-hour lead buffers using MRP, KANBAN and MTO, and led vendor identification and contractual negotiations.
Led global parts supply operations and inventory control for ~1,900 server parts, coordinated cross-country supply chains and vendor negotiations to optimize lead times and logistics costs.
Transportation Team Member
Saint Gobain Glass India Ltd
Oct 2006 - Sep 2007 (11 months)
Ensured timely inward movement of raw materials and coordinated PAN-India outbound logistics, implementing vehicle tracking, insurance coordination and safety standards to meet delivery schedules.
Team Member - Transportation
Saint Gobain Glass India Ltd
Oct 2006 - Sep 2007 (11 months)
Coordinated inbound raw materials and PAN-India outbound logistics, ensuring timely, safe deliveries with real-time vehicle tracking and insurance coordination.
Deputy Officer - Logistics
TVS Logistics Service Ltd
Aug 2004 - Oct 2006 (2 years 2 months)
Managed inbound logistics for Tata Motors and processed milk-run/line-haul operations across the southern region, maintaining schedule adherence and MIS reporting for 30+ vendors.
Graduate Trainee Engineer
ABC Engineers
Apr 2002 - Mar 2004 (1 year 11 months)
Supervised manpower deployment and day-to-day shop-floor troubleshooting while coordinating supply chain activities and NPD quality requirements for Tier-1 automotive components.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Sriram Engineering College
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Grade: 60%
Completed Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with 60% passing in April 2002.
Panimalar Polytechnic
Diploma, Mechanical Engineering
Grade: 71%
Completed Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 71% passing in March 1999.
Thyagraja Higher Secondary School
S S L C, Secondary Education
Grade: 60%
Completed Secondary School Leaving Certificate with 60% passing in June 1996.
Thyagraja Higher Secondary School
SSLC, Secondary Education
Grade: 60%
Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) completed in June 1996 with 60%.
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Location
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