MATHEW THANKACHAN
Logistics Manager
Dubai,- Dubai
Summary
Logistics Manager bringing forth 20 years of experience in the Logistics branch of the Indian Air Force, with a substantial knowledge about Procurement, Inventory Management, Transportation, Supply chains and Logistics networks. Equipped with a diverse and promising skill-set, conducive to creating positive team relationships resulting in optimal customer satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Logistics Manager
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of supply chain activities.
Manager, Retail store AFWWA(Air Force Wives Welfare Association)
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Store Manager
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Streamlined the processes through procurement and updating database of new items received from indigenous sources like HAL, BP Engineers etc
- Supported timely receipt, dispatch and quality check of items, ensuring outstanding supply and serviceability standards
- Liaising and managing high profile VIP visits in the unit and ensuring hassle free functioning
- Planned sales and marketing strategy incorporating multi-channel engagement, hence enhancing profit for the organization
- Liaised with shop floor staff and warehousing crew to manage inventory requirements effectively, improving product availability
- Supervised, coordinated and carried out essential services during the pandemic for the underprivileged
- Monitored the supply of stocks and replenished the inventory when it was running low based on analysis of consumption, seasonal forecasts, quality checks and war requirements
- Ensured timely repair and serviceability and achieved 100 percent war-readiness of 14ALH(Advanced Light Helicopter) in liaison with HAL and supply depots within IAF
- Reduced store losses through regular stock rotation and proactive loss prevention strategies.
Procurement Lead
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Improved supplier relationships through consistent communication and performance evaluations.
- Conducted regular spend analysis exercises to identify opportunities for cost reduction or process improvements.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and stay informed about industry trends affecting pricing or availability of goodsservices.
Group-in-charge, Stores
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Prepared tender specifications to attract top quality bids and enable data-driven decision making
- Finalized multiple contracts with excellent negotiation and knowledge of contract law
- Managed distribution of clothing items to the North Eastern units of IAF after procurement from Chennai, the mother depot
- Effectively managed the stocks and supplies for the servicing/repair of INDRA Radar
- Worked well independently and on a team to solve unforeseen issues.
Education
EMBA - Operations and Production Management -
DY PATIL UNIVERSITY
01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Honors -
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
01.2013
Skills
- Procurement Management
- Logistics Management
- Supply-chain Optimization
- Logistics and Freight
- Tendering, Contract Negotiation & Cost Reduction
- Vendor Selection, Evaluation and Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Market Analysis
- Risk Analysis and Mitigation
- Problem Solving
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Microsoft Office
- Effective Time Management
- Warehouse Management
- Shipping and receiving
- Supply Chain Management
Certification
- RETAIL TEAM LEADER, 2023
- LOGISTIC FAMILIARISATION IN MIG-27 AIRCRAFT, TETTRA, 2016
- DIPLOMA IN MATERIAL MANAGEMENT, 2012
- CERTIFICATE COURSE IN MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS, 2024( IIM SHILLONG)
Accomplishments
- Deputy Manager(Stores), Kanpur - Effectively Managed the Shagun Retail Store, run by Air Force Station Kanpur and received the best Store Award in IAF in the year 2020.
- Leadership Seminar, New Delhi - Awarded the first runner-up position in the national level IAF Leadership Seminar held in 2016.
- Asst. System Administrator, Purnea - Achieved 100% purification of Integrated Material Management online system(IMMOLS) database of AFS Purnea in the year 2011.
- Project Co-ordinator, Delhi - Selected to represent IAF in BEL, Ghaziabad for coordinating the repair processes of INDRA Radar in 2009.
Languages
English (Fluent)
Hindi (Fluent)
Malayalam (Fluent)
Personal Information
Title: LOGISTICS MANAGER
Extracurricular Activities
Sports, Indian Air Force, Guwahati, 01/01/2010, 12/31/2013
Travel Guide, MARS(Mad About Real Sports), Hyderabad, 01/01/2022, 12/31/2023
Operations Manager, Casa Maria Mystica, Kerala, 01/01/2023, 12/31/2024
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports
- Travelling
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Movies
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementSoftware
Integrated Material Management Online System
Interests
Travelling
Cycling
Cricket
Basketball
Quote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2021 - 01.2023
Manager, Retail store AFWWA(Air Force Wives Welfare Association)
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2019 - 01.2021
Store Manager
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2014 - 01.2018
Procurement Lead
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2010 - 01.2013
Group-in-charge, Stores
Indian Air Force (IAF)
01.2004 - 01.2010
EMBA - Operations and Production Management -
DY PATIL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - English Honors -
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
- RETAIL TEAM LEADER, 2023
- LOGISTIC FAMILIARISATION IN MIG-27 AIRCRAFT, TETTRA, 2016
- DIPLOMA IN MATERIAL MANAGEMENT, 2012
- CERTIFICATE COURSE IN MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS, 2024( IIM SHILLONG)
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