Barath Kanna

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.

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.

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.

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.

Coordinated inbound raw materials and PAN-India outbound logistics, ensuring timely, safe deliveries with real-time vehicle tracking and insurance coordination.

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.

Supervised manpower deployment and day-to-day shop-floor troubleshooting while coordinating supply chain activities and NPD quality requirements for Tier-1 automotive components.

Grade: 60%

Completed Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with 60% passing in April 2002.

Grade: 71%

Completed Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 71% passing in March 1999.

Grade: 60%

Completed Secondary School Leaving Certificate with 60% passing in June 1996.

Grade: 60%

Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) completed in June 1996 with 60%.