Arul Kumar
Employer
Al Fujairah City
Summary
Dynamic logistics leader with proven expertise in warehouse management and analytical thinking honed at Fujairah Gold FZC and Hindustan Zinc Limited. Excelled in implementing supply chain strategies to enhance efficiency and service quality, achieving significant cost reductions. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and driving continuous improvement, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence.
Experienced customer service professional bringing above7 years of coordinating shipments, collaborating with freight carriers and managing customer needs. Meticulous, resilient and flexible in handling diverse issues. Knowledgeable about transportation regulations and standards.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead - Logistics
Fujairah Gold FZC
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained excellent working relationships with customers by efficiently responding to inquiries and complaints.
- Strategized best methods and tactics for efficient storage and handling of materials.
- Coordinated shipments and tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service.
- Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
- Implemented and developed supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency.
Lead - Stores and Logistics
Hindustan Zinc Limited
09.2018 - 02.2024
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
- Developed and maintained automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records to enhance office workflows.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Devised and implemented efficient processes for production tracking and inventory control.
- Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
Education
MBA - Operations And Supply Chain Management
Bharathidasan University
Trichy, India12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
St.Joseph's College (Autonomous)
Trichy, India04-2018
Skills
- Warehouse management
- Microsoft O365, SAP, HANA, ARIBA software
- Demand forecasting
- Lean principles
- Transportation planning
- Global logistics
- Fleet management
- Punctual and dependable
- Team building
- Analytical thinking
- Standard and Operating Procedures
- Stakeholders Relations
- Business Development
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of Integrated Transport Management System (On-time Reports) with Tata Consultancy Services
- Achieved Digitalization and Automation by completing Digital locks (Safe Transportation) for more than 200 fleets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved daily stock reports(inward/outward) by autogenerated mail from SAP introducing Hexa Software for day to day tasks.
Certification
- SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP ERP Procurement & Logistics Execution.
- Customs Broker License – UAE Customs and Border Protection.
- Microsoft Certified, Dynamics 365 Fundamentals Finance and Operations Apps (ERP) – Microsoft.
- Professional Exporter Certificate – Various trade associations or chambers of commerce.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
- Running Marathon
- Playing Cricket
- Weight Lift (Gym)
- Trekking
- Dancing
- Networking events
- Reading story books
Timeline
Lead - Logistics
Fujairah Gold FZC
02.2024 - Current
Lead - Stores and Logistics
Hindustan Zinc Limited
09.2018 - 02.2024
- SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP ERP Procurement & Logistics Execution.
- Customs Broker License – UAE Customs and Border Protection.
- Microsoft Certified, Dynamics 365 Fundamentals Finance and Operations Apps (ERP) – Microsoft.
- Professional Exporter Certificate – Various trade associations or chambers of commerce.
MBA - Operations And Supply Chain Management
Bharathidasan University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
St.Joseph's College (Autonomous)
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