VISHNU RAJ
Birmingham
Summary
Warehouse operations specialist with advanced degrees in International Business and Economics. Expertise in logistics and MHE fleet management, with a focus on data integrity and system variance analysis using SQL, Python, and Tableau. Proven ability to lead teams of 40 plus in high-pressure settings, ensuring compliance with NEBOSH safety and food hygiene standards. Combines operational insight with statistical analytics to enhance inventory control and distribution center performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
VNA/ Reach Truck Driver / Inventory & Systems
First Call Contract Services (Iron Mountain)
Rugby, Warwickshire
2026.04 - Current
- Facilitated stock movements to support inventory accuracy in high-density storage environments.
- Assisted inventory team in implementing blue yonder (jda) workflows for auditing cycle counts and confirming system-to-physical inventory accuracy.
- Collaborated with front line managers to identify process gaps, investigate stock variances, and suggest space optimisation strategies.
- Ensured compliance with internal controls, operational procedures, and safety regulations in high-volume operational environments.
MHE Operator
Staffline
Rugby and Tamworth
2025.08 - 2026.03
- Safely and efficiently operated a versatile fleet of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including Reach Trucks, LLOPs, and PPTs, to execute rapid stock movement across a fast-paced distribution facility.
- Spearheaded inbound logistics workflows, including the physical tipping of sea freight containers, systematically unstacking high-volume stock, and staging goods for immediate quality assurance auditing.
- Executed precision high-level pallet placement and multi-level picking cycles using Reach Trucks, strictly adhering to FIFO/LIFO stock rotation protocols to ensure 100% system-to-physical inventory alignment.
- Utilized LLOPs alongside advanced RFID scanners and audio wearable technology to maintain rapid stock replenishment and meet demanding daily pick-rate and volume targets.
- Facilitated seamless warehouse throughput by coordinating pallet positioning and stock transfers, maintaining an absolute culture of warehouse safety, housekeeping, and strict compliance.
Project Manager & Operations Lead
Habeat Ltd
Birmingham
2023.12 - 2025.07
- Designed and executed day-to-day stock control and inventory management protocols from the company’s inception; tracked usage trends to maintain high levels of stock accuracy and minimize material losses.
- Implemented stringent internal controls for handling inbound supplier deliveries, accurately identifying and resolving delivery discrepancies, shortages, and non-conforming goods.
- Utilized historical sales and inventory data to develop demand and future forecasts, optimizing stock flow, occupancy levels, and purchasing schedules to align with customer demand trends.
- Managed full operational workflows, overseeing end-to-end logistics from supplier receipt to end-consumer sales while promoting a strict culture of compliance, food safety (Level 3 standards), and high-volume efficiency.
- Built strong supplier compliance workflows and managed external stakeholder relationships to ensure consistent, on-time inbound logistics and rapid resolution of supply chain bottlenecks.
Catering & Operations Supervisor
Mahirs Experience
West Bromwich
2022.01 - 2023.12
- Formally led and developed high-performing, fast-paced operational teams of up to 40 employees per event; set clear performance objectives, enforced strict accountability, and delivered on-the-job training regarding processes, safety, and operational standards.
- Directed end-to-end stock management, cycle counts, and audit compliance for over 100 large-scale events, managing critical stock levels for averages of 1,000 guests per operational cycle.
- Analyzed consumption patterns to generate highly accurate future forecasts and material needs; managed supplier ordering processes to optimize stock flow and prevent operational shortages or overages.
- Supervised physical stock movements from central storage to off-site locations; inspected incoming supplier deliveries for quality and quantity, ensuring all discrepancies or damages were immediately logged and resolved.
- Acted as the key point of contact for complex customer queries and fast-moving operational demands, maintaining an absolute culture of ownership, accuracy, and compliance under intense time constraints.
Assistant professor of economics
Bishop Abraham Memorial College
Kerala, India
2017.10 - 2021.12
- Effectively orchestrated and balanced a demanding daily schedule, delivering structured instructions and managing 5 separate sessions per day. Formally led, mentored, and drove performance accountability across diverse groups of 40+ individuals per class over a 4-year tenure.
- Applied advanced mathematical tools, statistical tools, and econometric data modeling to identify trends, analyze complex datasets, and perform deep-dive root cause analysis. Utilized these analytical methodologies to map out trends, directly translating to the ability to identify process bottlenecks, calculate occupancy levels, and manage stock variances in a fast-paced environment.
- Leveraged advanced teaching skills to break down complex Economic tools, data methodologies, and quantitative techniques into highly structured, accessible training programs. Proven capability to upskill teams efficiently, matching the FLM requirement to deliver clear technical training on systems, WMS processes, and audit compliance requirements.
- Owned, audited, and managed complex departmental databases, master records, and research files. Maintained absolute data accuracy, 100% data integrity, and high attention to detail while ensuring strict compliance with internal control policies and confidentiality standards.
Education
Master of Science - International Business with Data Analytics with Advanced Practice
University of Ulster
Birmingham, United Kingdom 2022.01 - 2023.09
Master of Arts - Economics
Mahathma Gandhi University
Kerala, India 2014.09 - 2016.09
Skills
- Data Alignment: Maintains absolute alignment between physical stock and WMS/ERP system architecture
Auditing: Leads rigorous cycle count programs, spot checks, and inventory audits in high-volume DCs
Discrepancy Resolution: Resolves inbound shortages, overages, and damages via deep-dive root cause analysis within strict SLAs
Stock Optimization: Fully masters FIFO/LIFO/FEFO rotation strategies and ABC analysis for space optimization
WMS Proficiency: Hands-on mastery of Blue Yonder (JDA) for inventory tracking, auditing, and stock adjustments
Data Analytics: Highly proficient in SQL for querying large datasets and Python for spotting stock anomalies
KPI Dashboarding: Designs interactive Tableau and Power BI dashboards to track pick-rates, occupancy, and throughput
Advanced Excel: Expert in complex formulas, VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, data cleaning, and forecasting models
Team Leadership: Manages, mentors, and upskills fast-paced teams of 40, enforcing clear KPIs and accountability
Training Delivery: Translates complex system requirements and operational procedures into accessible staff training
Heavy MHE Fleet: RTITB Accredited to operate Reach Trucks and Pivot Steer (VNA) in high-density storage environments
Ground Operations: Expert in operating LLOP, PPT, and Counterbalance trucks for rapid replenishment and pallet positioning
Risk Management: Possesses practical and theoretical knowledge of warehouse safety protocols and NEBOSH risk assessments
Product Integrity: Certified in Level 3 Food Hygiene and Safety to ensure strict internal control compliance
Emergency Response: Valid certifications in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Level 2 Manual Handling
Certification
NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (Currently Pursuing / Exams Pending)
Diploma in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) & Logistics
Coursera Certifications: Business Analytics and Process Management | Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Excel | Sales Forecasting in Tableau | Clean & Load Data in Power BI.
Level 2 and 3 Food Hygiene & Safety
Emergency Response: Certified in CPR, AED, First Aid , and Manual Handling
MHE Accreditations: RTITB Accredited Reach Truck and Pivot Steer (VNA)
Languages
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Tamil
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Affiliations
- Volleyball Player
- Volleyball Referee
Timeline
VNA/ Reach Truck Driver / Inventory & Systems
First Call Contract Services (Iron Mountain)
2026.04 - Current
MHE Operator
Staffline
2025.08 - 2026.03
Project Manager & Operations Lead
Habeat Ltd
2023.12 - 2025.07
Catering & Operations Supervisor
Mahirs Experience
2022.01 - 2023.12
Master of Science - International Business with Data Analytics with Advanced Practice
University of Ulster
2022.01 - 2023.09
Assistant professor of economics
Bishop Abraham Memorial College
2017.10 - 2021.12
Master of Arts - Economics
Mahathma Gandhi University
2014.09 - 2016.09