Dhinesh Ravichandran
Uxbridge,United Kingdom
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in procurement and inventory management, utilising advanced data analytics tools to optimise supply chain operations. Proficient in ERP systems and experienced in stakeholder engagement and supplier negotiation. Committed to driving efficiency and cost savings through continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Warehouse Operative
Gavbiz Ltd
London, UK
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Monitored stock levels and performed regular stock reconciliations to maintain inventory accuracy and support smooth order fulfilment.
- Supported demand-driven stock replenishment and worked closely with procurement team to ensure timely supplier deliveries and avoid backorders.
- Utilised Excel and Google Sheets to track stock movements, monitor usage patterns, and prepare weekly KPI reports for management.
- Identified slow-moving and obsolete stock, proposing reallocation or disposal strategies to optimise storage space and reduce carrying costs.
- Analysed inventory data to detect usage trends and potential supply issues, supporting data-driven procurement planning.
- Assisted in warehouse layout optimisation and stock rotation improvements, resulting in reduced picking errors and improved efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (procurement, logistics, and sales support) to ensure inventory alignment with sales demand and stock policies (6–8 weeks coverage).
- Reduced costs by negotiating improved contracts with suppliers.
- Monitored market trends for potential impacts on supply chain activities.
- Collaborated with sales team to forecast product demand accurately.
Senior Executive
M.S. Engineering Consultants Pvt Ltd
Chennai, India
01.2018 - 06.2023
- Developed procurement strategy, defined project-specific requirements, and managed tendering, bidding, and execution of Purchase Orders (POs) as per corporate policies.
- Negotiated with suppliers for pricing, delivery schedules, and quality compliance, achieving cost reductions and improved supply reliability.
- Achieved 20% of cost savings in Procurement budget by hiring different suppliers for temporary usage of equipment's and machineries.
- Generated and managed Purchase Orders using SAP, monitored supplier performance, and resolved procurement queries.
- Controlled inventory levels, coordinated with engineering teams for new and alternative sourcing, and prevented material shortages or overstock.
- Managed logistics operations to ensure timely material flow between in-house and suppliers, reducing transportation costs.
- Maintained procurement documentation, registers, and filing systems, ensuring compliance with company and statutory requirements.
- Collaborated with finance and central planning teams to track project spends accurately and optimise procurement budgets.
Executive Trainee
JBM Auto System Pvt Ltd
Chennai, India
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed material planning and dispatch of weld panels and press parts for Daimler (Bharat Benz), ensuring zero line stoppages.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through FIFO and stock rotation practices, supporting production continuity and on-time customer deliveries.
- Prepared invoices (domestic, export, scrap), GRNs, delivery notes, and transport documents using SAP.
- Ensured vehicle time adherence and coordinated logistics to meet customer production schedules.
- Participated in 5S initiatives and process improvement workshops to improve warehouse organisation and operational efficiency.
- Monitored stock registers, updated price lists for new parts, and maintained accurate transport and dispatch tracking sheets.
- Prepared meeting minutes meticulously and distributed them among relevant stakeholders promptly for action planning.
- Analysed market trends, leading to strategic business decisions.
- Achieved monthly sales and performance KPIs for improved team success.
Education
MSc - Global Supply Chain Management
Brunel University London
Uxbridge, Hillingdon 01.2024 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology
Skills
- Procurement & Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Analysis & Optimisation (ABC, Replenishment Planning)
- Data Analytics & Reporting (Advanced Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI)
- Demand Forecasting & Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) Support
- Warehouse & Logistics Coordination
- ERP (SAP/MM), MRP & WMS Systems
- KPI Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Cost Optimisation & Risk Mitigation
- SAP utilisation
- Material planning
- Team supervision
- Continuous improvement
- Inventory audit procedures
- Supplier negotiation
- Data analysis
- Risk mitigation strategies
Certification
- Pursuing MCIPS – Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.
- SAP (MM) and WMS experience
- Counterbalance Forklift Certificate : 60864b.
- Thesis - Artificial Intelligence (AI Systems) in Procurement in Automotive Industry
References
Shaun, Gordon, Operations Manager, shaun.gordon@gavbiz.co.uk, Gavbiz Ltd
Accomplishments
- Improved stock accuracy by 20% at Gavbiz Ltd through inventory process improvements.
- Achieved 20% cost savings at M.S. Engineering Consultants via supplier consolidation and strategic procurement.
- Delivered zero production line stoppages at JBM Auto by ensuring on-time material dispatches and accurate logistics planning.
Timeline
Warehouse Operative
Gavbiz Ltd
05.2024 - 07.2025
MSc - Global Supply Chain Management
Brunel University London
01.2024 - 03.2025
Senior Executive
M.S. Engineering Consultants Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 06.2023
Executive Trainee
JBM Auto System Pvt Ltd
08.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology
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