Vijaymani Arputham
Sivagangai,India
Summary
Over 15 years of experience in warehouse retail and FMCG inventory management, showcasing strong leadership and organizational capabilities. Proven ability to maintain optimal stock levels while consistently achieving key performance indicators to enhance sales order fulfillment. Skilled in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive operational efficiency. Adaptable team player thriving in dynamic environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages
Work history
Inventory controller
Khimji Ramdas LLC
Muscat, Oman
2025.05 - 2026.08
- Develop inventory management across 75 outlets with supermarket, hypermarket, convenience formats daily.
- Draft and apply inventory control procedures to cut stock discrepancies.
- Coordinate procurement and store operations to keep stock levels steady and timely.
- Track stock movements, shrinkage, and turnover using ERP and inventory systems.
- Lead monthly and quarterly stock audits to deliver 95% stock accuracy.
- Manage inventory forecasting and demand planning to support sales targets.
- Train store inventory teams on SOP adherence and system use best practice.
- Achieved reduction in holding costs by implementing just-in-time inventory practices.
- Managed cycle counts regularly for accurate inventory reporting and analysis.
- Reported on inventory shortages, audit findings and forecasting needs to inform upper management.
Warehouse Inventory Manager & Loss Prevention
Jeyachandran Industrial Pvt. Ltd
TRUVANDRUM, India
2024.01 - 2025.01
- Managed 3 warehouses for Textiles & FMCG using FIFO and LIFO.
- Tracked stock levels with barcode scanners and RFID for accurate records.
- Planned picking, packing, and shipping to prevent stock-outs across daily orders.
- Monitored movements and daily inventory counts to avoid overstock.
- Designed warehouse layout and flow around order workflow for smoother throughput.
- Used WMS to record and manage daily warehouse operations reliably.
- Completed monthly safety audit reports and followed each required action point.
- Analysed stock data and reported stock status to head office monthly.
- Conducted strict monthly stock audits and enforced FIFO and LIFO rules.
- Improved supply chain efficiency through detailed analysis of warehouse processes.
- Supervised warehouse staff to increase productivity and efficiency on the floor.
- Coordinated dispatching and scheduled transport vehicles for outbond deliveries.
Inventory Control Manager & Quality/Spot Auditor
Advance Gate Investment
Al Ghubrah, Oman
2021.01 - 2024.01
- Completed quarterly stocktakes across 27 supermarkets to find inventory variances.
- Checked discrepancies monthly and updated stock records with 80% accuracy.
- Logged shortages and variances to keep stock documentation accurate and current.
- Finished stock inventories to address gaps in inventory control standards.
- Performed spot checks on petty cash and counters to verify balances.
- Maintained inventory tracking to keep stores stocked and orders current.
- Ran visual merchandising routines, supported teams, and handled finance tasks.
- Led inventory staff to raise day-to-day productivity levels.
- Implemented new auditing procedures to speed up inventory checks.
Retails Store Manager
Advance Gate Investment
Al Mawalih al Janubiyah, Oman
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Directed store sales to meet MTD and YTD targets within budget for 2 years.
- Managed 90 % stock availability above key product ranges throughout trading periods.
- Followed store operation parameters and kept shop presentation standards maintained.
- Coordinated team activities and managed daily store workflow.
- Created business plan for targets and reviewed shrinkage and waste control.
- Kept seasonal products available to support promotional demand.
- Gained senior appreciation for budget discipline and highest sales performance.
- Directed daily activities to hit store sales targets and goals.
- Owned store responsibility for security and cleanliness standards.
- Recruited, trained, coached, and oriented store staff to motivate performance.
- Managed merchandise levels and maintained store appearance visual displays.
- Devised strategic plans to drive business growth and profitability.
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
- Recruited and coached high-achieving retail staff to build monthly sales successes by 100%.
- Developed team product knowledge to increase store sales regularly.
Store Supervisor / Admin
Special Technical Supervisor LLC
FAHUD, Oman
2014.01 - 2019.01
- Managed product returns using quick, professional customer service in supply operations.
- Performed inventory analysis to set optimal stock levels for availability.
- Answered product questions and supported customers through selection and checkout.
- Directed associates in stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
- Updated documentation and records with latest data to prevent processing errors.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and regulations for fair work environment.
- Supervised administrative staff to support smooth departmental operations.
- Managed and resolved employee queries and concerns for positive workplace culture.
- Set office policies and procedures to keep team members coordinated.
Administrator/Receptionist
Grand International Group LLC
ERODE, India
2010.01 - 2013.01
- Provided quick assistance for visitors and colleagues with ongoing support.
- Resolved maintenance issues promptly by addressing concerns as they arose.
- Managed office supplies inventory to prevent shortage and reduce wastage.
- Organised meetings to keep department communication clear and consistent.
- Prepared management review reports to support better-informed decisions each cycle.
- Handled external queries through face-to-face, phone, and email communication.
- Directed high-volume inbound and outbound calls accurately using a switchboard.
- Scheduled meetings and travel arrangements for senior executives and stakeholders.
- Coordinated large party bookings, including deposits and special order requests.
Education
Bachelor of commerce - Business Administration
Sangai International University
Rengkai 2014.05 - 2017.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Hotel management & Catering technology
Wisdom Institute of Hotel management & Catering Technology
Theni 2007.05 - 2009.05
Skills
- Order management and database handling
- Team leadership and coaching
- Financial operations oversight
- Opening and closing procedures
- Merchandising strategies
- Accurate money handling
- MS Office and VLOOKUP/INDEX proficiency
- SAP expertise
- ERP software knowledge
- POS software management
- Inventory auditing techniques
- Data analysis tools
- Shipping and receiving
- Inventory level management
- Excel workbook formatting
- Inventory audits
- Store layout planning
- Staff rota arrangement
- POS system operation
- Loss prevention strategies
- Warehouse management system operation
- Inventory management expertise
- Customer relationship management systems
- Database administration
- Event planning
- Team Leadership
LANGUAGES
Tamil
Native
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
Malayalam
Fluent
DRIVING LICENSE
- Driving license category
- Oman Light License
Affiliations
- Vollyball & Gym Trainer
Certification
Advanced Analaised AI Course
Timeline
Inventory controller
Khimji Ramdas LLC
2025.05 - 2026.08
Warehouse Inventory Manager & Loss Prevention
Jeyachandran Industrial Pvt. Ltd
2024.01 - 2025.01
Inventory Control Manager & Quality/Spot Auditor
Advance Gate Investment
2021.01 - 2024.01
Retails Store Manager
Advance Gate Investment
2019.01 - 2021.01
Bachelor of commerce - Business Administration
Sangai International University
2014.05 - 2017.06
Store Supervisor / Admin
Special Technical Supervisor LLC
2014.01 - 2019.01
Administrator/Receptionist
Grand International Group LLC
2010.01 - 2013.01
Diploma of Higher Education - Hotel management & Catering technology
Wisdom Institute of Hotel management & Catering Technology
2007.05 - 2009.05