Praveen Siddharthan
Supply Chain And Procurement
Chennai
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain Planning Specialist with over 3 years of international experience in demand and supply planning, MRP/ERP systems, inventory optimisation, procurement, and cross-functional stakeholder coordination across manufacturing and logistics environments. Holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Demonstrated expertise in ERP implementation and configuration, supply chain process improvement, vendor management, capacity planning, and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
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Certifications
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years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet and Procurement Coordinator
Trans Global Service (A Division of The Brick)
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Managed end-to-end supply and procurement planning for equipment, spare parts, and operational materials; utilised MRP systems to plan material requirements, align inventory with operational forecasts, and ensure timely availability across service schedules.
- Participated in monthly operational planning cycles to review supply plans, identify significant deviations from forecast, highlight risks, and implement mitigation actions to maintain supply continuity.
- Managed inventory control and capacity monitoring across field operations; aligned stock levels with demand signals to minimise overstock and prevent supply gaps.
- Coordinated with vendors and internal teams to ensure supply plans were clearly communicated, delivery timelines were met, and procurement decisions were optimised for cost and lead time.
- Acted as supply chain budget controller; oversaw procurement spend, administered purchase order execution, and ensured adherence to internal financial controls.
- Ensured full regulatory and statutory compliance for a supply fleet of approximately 40 service vehicles; coordinated documentation, scheduling, and audit readiness.
- Prepared and presented supply chain and procurement performance reports to management, providing end-to-end visibility and supporting data-driven planning decisions.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and conditions, enhancing cost efficiency.
Supply Chain Specialist
Mid-Canada Manufacturing
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Implemented supply chain planning standards and procurement processes to meet quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability requirements in a manufacturing environment.
- Conducted data-driven analyses of supply and procurement planning processes to evaluate performance, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements aligned with operational goals.
- Acted as coordination interface between business units, engineering teams, manufacturing, and vendors to ensure planning requirements were accurately documented and project timelines met.
- Supported master data management within ERP systems; ensured accuracy of planning parameters, item master data, and supply chain configurations to maintain reliable planning outputs.
- Provided advisory support on supply chain governance, information systems strategy, and compliance to strengthen planning controls and process standards.
Supply Chain Specialist
Creative Goat
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Led an end-to-end ERP implementation project spanning 8 months; defined project scope, coordinated cross-functional requirements gathering across procurement, inventory, and operations teams, and drove system design decisions aligned with planning process objectives.
- Configured and tested supply chain planning and procurement modules within the ERP system; validated planning parameters, material master data, and replenishment settings to ensure accurate MRP outputs, and reliable planning workflows.
- Managed full data migration from legacy systems to the new ERP; cleansed, validated, and reconciled vendor master data, item data, and historical order records to ensure data integrity at go-live.
- Conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with end users across planning and operations teams; documented test results, resolved system discrepancies, and signed off on readiness for go-live.
- Developed SOPs and training materials for end-user adoption; provided post-go-live support to planning and procurement teams to ensure smooth transition and system embedding.
- Optimised inventory and replenishment planning within the new ERP environment; used demand forecasting and trend analysis to pre-empt stock gaps, reduce lead times, and improve planning accuracy.
- Performed bid analyses and techno-commercial evaluations of supplier quotations to support planning decisions; negotiated supply agreements to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery timelines.
Supply Chain Specialist (Co-op)
Creative Goat
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported supply chain planning and procurement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce material wastage.
- Monitored supply chain data to identify trends, flag non-conformances, and support regulatory and quality compliance requirements.
- Collaborated with engineering, operations, and finance teams to optimise resource allocation, streamline planning workflows, and mitigate supply risks.
- Maintained planning and procurement documentation including purchase orders, vendor records, and delivery logs; ensured adherence to KPIs and process standards.
Education
PG Certificate - Supply Chain Management
Loyalist College
Belleville, Ontario, Canada12-2022
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
St. Joseph's Institute of Technology
Chennai09-2020
Skills
Supply & Demand Planning
MRP / ERP Systems & Implementation
Inventory Optimisation & Replenishment
Capacity Planning & Management
S&OP Process Support
Procurement & Sourcing
Logistics oversight
Supplier relationships
Supplier relationship management
Document preparation
Demand forecasting
Cost analysis
Purchasing processes
Strategic sourcing
Certification
Microsoft Excel: Beginner to Advanced – Udemy
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that all the information furnished above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Place: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Date: June 2026 (Praveen Siddharthan)
Timeline
Fleet and Procurement Coordinator
Trans Global Service (A Division of The Brick)
04.2024 - 05.2026
Supply Chain Specialist
Mid-Canada Manufacturing
08.2023 - 11.2023
Supply Chain Specialist
Creative Goat
01.2023 - 07.2023
Supply Chain Specialist (Co-op)
Creative Goat
09.2022 - 12.2022
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
St. Joseph's Institute of Technology
PG Certificate - Supply Chain Management
Loyalist College