Deepak Kadavil Chandran
Sharjah,UAE
Summary
Experienced professional skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, Salesforce, SAP, and AX12, with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency using Cargowise and Visiotrack. Expertise in optimizing business processes to drive organizational success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Supply Chain Manager -LOGISITCS
Interglobal LLC
Dubai
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Develop, implement, and manage end-to-end supply chain strategies and logistics operations.
- Oversee procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution of materials.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Plan and optimize transportation, freight, and distribution strategies to minimize costs and improve efficiency.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across supply chain and logistics operations.
- Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and production teams to ensure timely material availability.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies across the supply chain.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain and logistics team.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and cost savings.
- Develop and implement efficient logistics strategies to optimize supply chain operations.
- Manage and negotiate contracts with logistics service providers to ensure cost-effective solutions.
- Oversee inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing excess inventory.
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.
- Ensure compliance with international and local regulations regarding transportation and customs.
- Analyze and report on supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance logistics processes and reduce operational costs.
Customer Solutions Manager -LOGISTICS
Deugro Visiotrack
Dubai
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Identifying client needs and designing high-quality supply chain solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Improving efficiency and reducing operational bottlenecks through process mapping and planning enhancements
- Conducting fit gap analysis to understand client requirements and acquire sufficient data to kick off projects
- Compiling data, analysing data quality and training all stakeholders to understand the importance of data quality
- Configuring new system setups and managing smooth deployment to ensure seamless integration and functionality
- Conducting application testing in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) environments to ensure a quality product release
- Providing high quality support and troubleshooting assistance to maintain system performance and user satisfaction
- Organising training sessions and creating documentation to enhance user knowledge and system utilisation
- Streamlined existing processes for global and regional clients by developing customised supply chain solutions
- Developed and implemented a DEMO system for client presentations to enable monitoring and ensuring high data
- Customised Visiotrack application to meet client-specific requirements in collaboration with software developers
Global Process Manager – Warehouse and Logistics
Wrist Ship Supply
Aalborg
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led project discussion with key stakeholders to optimise processes and focus on continuous improvement
- Contributed to process mapping, identifying resources and facilitating business process outsourcing
- Played a key role in creating SOPs, process flow charts, OPLs and e-learning documents
- Supported the development team on new ERP developments as well as implementation of RPA automation.
- Streamlined processes globally (Europe, North America, Middle East & Singapore) to optimise warehouse & logistics
- Implemented new projects and processes to include Advanced Warehouse Management System/ PDA Devices and Microsoft AX 2012 in all Wrist branches
- Enhanced ERP system, defined process documents and aligned processes globally to optimise resources
Procurement and Supply Chain Manager
ZIQOUI
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Led all E-commerce logistics operations to Africa and ensured a hitch free distribution centre operation
- Ensured precision-based budgeting and costing for all E-Commerce operations
- Updated management on ZIQOUI operational status using various forms of technical reporting
- Functioned as the go-to expert to solve operational challenges and ensured the success of start-up operations
- Engaged customers through the creation of fulfillment centre and superior service delivery
- Incorporated high industry standards of 3PL management
- Developed efficient business plans with propositions for high ROI as well as making presentations to investors
- Successfully positioned ZIQOUI’s intercompany relationship while also establishing intercompany transfer price setup
- Successfully established a fulfilment centre for ZIQOUI operations
- Instituted pragmatic process mapping and satisfactory ERP implementation for ZIQOUI
- Adequately integrated cost effective logistic channels for the East Africa market terrain
- Competently developed and trained teams as well as ensured accurate budgeting for ZIQOUI operations
- Proposed effective BI (Business intelligence) models and reporting to Managing Directors
Senior Supply Chain Executive
Reichle & De Massari META (Copper & Fiber Optic Systems/Cabling Solutions)
, KSA & uae
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Spearheaded procurement activities, managing service level agreements with suppliers.
- Executed contract negotiations for timely dispatch of essential shipping documents.
- Developed procedures for handling returns, replacements, and credit arrangements.
- Analysed supplier report trends to ensure compliance with costs and services.
- Organised routing information to oversee supply chain activities for accurate deliveries.
- Established strategic relationships with suppliers based on performance metrics.
- Processed customer orders across Middle East and Africa while adhering to company protocols.
- Successfully established R&M KSA Factory from site selection to construction contract award.
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator
Gerab Systems Technology
Riyadh
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Oversaw and managed all processes, activities, and functions in a busy and demanding warehouse
- Managed overall operations – controlled stock/ inventory, tracked back orders, created MRN and updated the stock
- Played a key role in prospecting, preparing sales proposals, agreements, reports, and presentations
- Coordinated drafting of Sales orders, delivery orders and invoices; also updated sales order status in the ERP software
- Successfully engaged internal inventory auditing and maximised profit by optimising stock carrying & ordering costs
- Led the planning and coordination of the setup of a 1200 Sqrm. warehouse for Gerab System Technology
- Spearheaded high standard process for materials handling; also established a logical racking and storage system
- Integrated and implemented ERP and stock updating for Gerab Systems Technology
Education
MBA - Administration & Marketing
Bharathiyar University
India 01.2003 - 01.2005
Bachelor’s Degree - Computer Science
SNGC (Sree Narayana Guru College)
India 01.2000 - 01.2003
Diploma - Supply Chain and Logistics
Software Techno Parks
India 01.2008 - 01.2009
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ERP systems
- Salesforce
- SAP and AX12
- Process mapping tools
- Cargowise and Visiotrack
- ERP systems usage
- Just-In-Time inventory management
- Transportation logistics comprehension
- Contract drafting and review
- Data analytics competency
- Knowledge of six sigma
- Product lifecycle awareness
Websites
LINGUISTIC SKILLS
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Tamil
REFERENCES
REFERENCES ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Affiliations
Trained Member of APICS (Association for Supply Chain Management)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Six-Sigma Training(Green)
- Operational Risk Awareness Workshop
- Advanced Excel Training
- Advanced Presentation Skills
- E-mail Communication Training
COMPETENCIES
- Supply Chain Solutions
- Project Based Logistics
- Warehousing & Storage
- Materials Management
- Marketing
- Cost Reduction
- Strategic Planning
- Vendor Management
- Supply Chain Continuous Improvement
- Problem Solving
- Staff Motivation
- Customer Service
- Procurement
- Process Analysis, Mapping & Alignment
- Project Management
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager -LOGISITCS
Interglobal LLC
08.2024 - 12.2025
Customer Solutions Manager -LOGISTICS
Deugro Visiotrack
01.2023 - 01.2024
Global Process Manager – Warehouse and Logistics
Wrist Ship Supply
01.2021 - 01.2023
Procurement and Supply Chain Manager
ZIQOUI
01.2017 - 01.2021
Senior Supply Chain Executive
Reichle & De Massari META (Copper & Fiber Optic Systems/Cabling Solutions)
01.2012 - 01.2017
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator
Gerab Systems Technology
01.2010 - 01.2012
Diploma - Supply Chain and Logistics
Software Techno Parks
01.2008 - 01.2009
MBA - Administration & Marketing
Bharathiyar University
01.2003 - 01.2005
Bachelor’s Degree - Computer Science
SNGC (Sree Narayana Guru College)
01.2000 - 01.2003