S Bala KrishnaCertified International Supply Chain Manager, USA & UK

Location : Dubai - UAEContact : +971 50 5349869Email : balakrishnan0987@gmail.com

Senior Management: Supply ChainSnapshot: Certified International Supply Chain Manager with 21 years of experience in managing supply chain & procurement across diverse organizations. Proficient in entire spectrum of Logistics & Supply Chain spanning planning, directing, coordinating activities of buyers, purchasing officers and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products and services. Exploring challenging senior managerial assignments with a professionally managed organization

Key Clientele: Chili’s, - American Casual Dining Restaurants, Elchico – Maxican Casual Dining Restaurant, Cantina Larida – Maxican Casual Dining Restaurant, Romonsas Macroni Grill – Italian Casual Dining Restaurants, Black Canyon – Thailand Casual Dining Restaurants , The Pizza Company – Brand from Thailand, Steak n Shake – Burger concept USA, Silver Fox – Steak House fine dining restaurant USA, Swenses – Ice Cream, Burger King – American Fast Food Restaurants, Texes Fried Chicken – American Fried Chicken, Buca di Beppo – Italian Casual Dining Restaurants, Mama Fus – Thai Casul Dining, Le crobag – QSR, Arby’s – American Fast Food

History of Excellence in…Vendor & Supplier Management | Tender & Bid Management | International & Local Sourcing | Contract Negotiations | Warehouse & Inventory Management | Human Resource Management |

Performance Analysis | Team Leadership

Leadership Strengths & Highlights

Managerial Acumen

Demonstrate unique blend of managerial, functional and qualitative skills having diverse experience in supply chain management, logistics and management reporting; Skilled in mobilizing and managing financial resources to meet company’s long and short-term financial needs

Supply Chain Management

Adroit in inventory management & control, transportation vendor management, budget planning, import and export operations, customs clearance. Skilled in setting up competent supplier base, develop and drive supplier strategies, improve supplier performances and to support business growth

Operational Skills

Proficient in using supply chain processes, tools and systems in enhancing operational efficiency and organizational cost savings. Well versed in new product development process, global sourcing and supply chain governance (policy, process, training and quality assurance), procurement legislation and legal/statutory requirements

Liaison & Coordination

Known for effectively coordinating and collaborating with ‘C’ level executives, senior management, customers, business partners, stakeholders and vendors

Team Building & Leadership

Visionary & decisive leader, noted for sound, practical management style and excellent organization, communication, presentation & interpersonal skills; Proven ability to lead and motivate large cross-functional and multi-cultural teams to maximize productivity

Selected Value-Offered Highlights√ Acquired significant exposure in managing food & non-food items worth AED 50 Million (Import) & AED

40 Million (Local Purchase) from 200 local & 20 import suppliers from various countries and 6 consolidators dealing in inventory like Food 2000, None Food 3000 (Food Fozen, Chilled and Dry items, Small ware, Chinaware, Packaging items, Equipment, Furniture, Lighting, Decor, spare parts)

Professional Experience

GGICO Gourmet Investment LLC ~ Jan 2015 – Till DateSupply Chain Manager

Key Responsibilities: Spearhead team efforts in planning & implementing supply chain activities related to direct import and

product development based on franchiser requirement Manage imports & prepare local order forecasts to cater to business & operational requirements of the

group hospitality division Follow up with team members in optimizing inventory by ensuring buffer stock in the warehouse based

on projected demand. Ensure compliance to safety & quality parameters across the purchasing process

Render support through development and implementation of demand / supply balancing, inventory optimization, allocation and replenishment across the regional warehouses

Identify existing and emerging environmental, health and safety risks pertaining to global logistical operations; develop framework for risk management and implemented actions to minimize risks

Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure timely submission of shipping documents to customers and banks for payment settlement as well as smooth discharge of cargoes

Evaluate product prices from different competitive suppliers and reporting back to suitable recommendations for change in source of supply as per brand standards for optimizing regional logistics costs

Work on optimization of production and supply plans in the region through periodic evaluation of service levels

Develop new products & suppliers related to brand & GCC legal requirement (Labeling, Halal, Health, GMO). Define & implement terms & conditions, new import documentation requirement related to Arabic labeling with new suppliers

Manage exports and related documentation (FIRS, e-documentation) based on legal requirements

Saleh Bin Lahej Hospitality Division ~ Sep 2008 – Dec 2014Purchasing Manager

Key Responsibilities: Evaluated supplier performance aimed at consistently improving cost, quality and delivery

performances Focused on supplier rationalization and development of new suppliers aimed at minimizing supplier

costs as well as minimizing material costs Consolidated suppliers through introduction of strategic suppliers and long term contracts with

preferred suppliers Rendered support in developing new products in compliance to time and cost parameters Designed programs to enhance schedule flexibility, maintained lowest possible total system inventory

exposure Enhanced cash flow by increasing payment terms. Ensured compliance to Governance policies and

procedures related to procurement

First Food Services ~ May 1995 – Aug 2008Purchasing Manager

Key Responsibilities: Developed/ implemented strategy for materials management including local & foreign purchasing

procedures Followed up with the local procurement team and guided the foreign purchasing team in conducting

cost effective procurement in compliance to delivery schedules and quality parameters Participated in contract negotiations, identifying global and local procurement sources for developing

alternative sourcing channels Evaluated import and local prices at maintaining cost effectiveness in organizational procurement

activities Maintained reorder levels by efficient warehouse and inventory management

Credentials MBA (General), Azhagappa University BBA, Azhagappa University

Personal Details Date of Birth : 04th February 1973 Languages Known : English, Hindi and Tamil Nationality : Indian

Permanent Address : Koodan Kulam, Tamil Nadu, India Passport No. : E 6521875 Visa Details : Employment

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