Hari Krishnan

I’m a results-driven Supply Chain and Procurement professional with 7+ years of experience in procurement operations, vendor management, materials coordination, logistics, and international export operations within a manufacturing environment. I focus on supplier sourcing, cost optimization, inventory planning, production coordination, and export fulfilment to keep operations predictable and customer commitments protected.

As an Operations & Supply Chain Manager at a Biodegradable Packaging Manufacturing & Export Unit, I manage end-to-end procurement: RFQ management, quotation evaluation, purchase order coordination, and supplier follow-ups for uninterrupted material availability. I also lead demand forecasting, production scheduling, and inventory management processes to ensure consistent on-time delivery with zero stockouts. I’ve reduced total supply chain costs by 17% by renegotiating supplier and freight contracts, optimizing routes, and eliminating process waste.

I build high-trust supplier networks and enforce SLA compliance through quarterly performance reviews covering quality, lead time, and pricing. I’ve also owned international export logistics end-to-end, including freight booking, customs documentation, LC/payment terms management, and coordination with shipping lines and forwarders for Germany and Israel—maintaining full compliance and zero shipment delays.

What I’m most proud of is building a cross-functional team of 20+ from scratch, defining clear KPIs, and standardizing key processes through SOP implementation. My professional ethos is simple: data-backed planning, disciplined execution, and strong partnerships that keep supply resilient—even during peak seasons and global disruptions.