I am looking for a role where I can utilize my background in to solve complex problems and help the team scale. I want to join a collaborative environment that values innovation, and long-term, I’m looking to grow into a role where I can take on more strategic leadership.
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karan karumbaiah
@karankarumbaiah
Detail-oriented and quality-driven professional with hands-on experience in indirect procurement, vendor management, data analysis & Food Products
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
At Griffith Foods, I arranged chemical analysis for more than 150 food products, scheduled sensory analysis, and approved finished products for release. I also monitored production against SOPs and HACCP guidelines and helped identify and resolve production-line defects.
At Biocon Limited, I coordinated vendor follow-ups, compiled rate-contract data, and updated procurement price lists in Excel and SAP. My food science work also includes a DRDO, DFRL thesis on the shelf life of banana and potato chips in biodegradable packaging films.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Intern (Indirect Procurement/SCM)
Biocon Limited
May 2025 - Nov 2025 (6 months)
Coordinated material follow-ups with vendors to ensure timely delivery and adherence to schedules. Managed price list updates in Excel and SAP for seamless procurement operations.
Conducted chemical analysis for over 150 food products and approved finished products for release. Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with SOPs and HACCP guidelines.
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Project Thesis
DRDO, DFRL (Defense Food Research Laboratory)
Aug 2022 - Nov 2022 (3 months)
Conducted a shelf-life study of banana and potato chips packed in biodegradable packaging films, evaluating quality and shelf life.
LC
Dietician and Diet Counselor
Lopamudra Medical Center
Aug 2020 - Sep 2020 (1 month)
Served as a Diabetic Counselor Intern, advising more than 200 patients on healthy diets, physical fitness, and lifestyle modifications to manage diabetes effectively.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
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St. Aloysius College, Mangalore
Master of Science, Food Science and Technology
2021 - 2023
Pursued a Master of Science in Food Science and Technology from 2021 to 2023.
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JSSAHER, Mysore
Bachelor of Science, Food Nutrition and Dietetics
2018 - 2021
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Food Nutrition and Dietetics from 2018 to 2021.
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HACCP
HACCP Level 3, Food Safety
Completed HACCP Level 3 certification.
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Entrepreneurship Development Program
Entrepreneurship Development Program, Food Processing and Food Safety
Completed an Entrepreneurship Development Program focused on Food Processing and Food Safety.
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Energy Literacy Training
Energy Literacy Training, Energy Literacy
Completed Energy Literacy Training.
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Logistics and Supply Chain
Logistics and Supply Chain – Fundamentals, Design, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain
Completed a course on Logistics and Supply Chain Fundamentals, Design, and Operations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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Location
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Salary expectations
38k+ INR
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