Ashutosh Kumar

About Ashutosh Kumar

Results-driven Supply Chain & Procurement Professional 12+ years of progressive experience,driving revenue growth, profitability, and operational excellence across start-up, turnaround, and high-growth environments.Expertise in Global & Domestic Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Cost Optimization, Demand & Supply Planning, and Distribution Network Management. Proven ability to enhance end-to-end supply chain performance through vendor development, logistics optimization, strong internal controls, and productivity improvement initiatives.Core CompetenciesDirect & Indirect Procurement (Bulk RM & PM – Global & Domestic)International & Domestic Logistics | Import–Export | DGFT ComplianceDemand & Supply Planning | Inventory & Warehouse ManagementDistribution Network OptimizationStrategic Sourcing & Vendor DevelopmentCost Reduction & Margin ImprovementProcess Optimization & Internal ControlsIndustry ExposureFertilizers, Specialty & Agri Chemicals (Pesticides, Fungicides, Herbicides, Biocides)Explosives & Industrial Chemicals (Slurry & Emulsion Explosives, PETN, RDX, TNT)Fine & Organic Chemicals | AdhesivesPolymers & Plastics (Engineering, Medical & Commodity)Paints & Coatings (Automotive, Industrial, Water/Oil-Based)Petrochemicals, Lubricants & Coolants

Experience

1. Head of Supply Chain, Logistics & Operations

   Groupe Roullier

   Jul 2025 — Present · Chennai, IN

   End-to-End Supply Chain Management | Strategic Procurement | Global & Domestic Logistics | Operations Excellence | Demand & Supply Planning | Import & Export Compliance | Inventory Optimization | Warehouse Management | Distribution Strategy | Production

Education

• DY Patil University

  B.B.A., Mgmt Studies in Supply Chain & Logistics

• Amity University, Noida

  Postgraduate Degree, Materials Management

• Andhra University Alumni University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Economics

• Maharshi Dayanand University

  BA, Art/Art Studies, General

Skills

• Logistics Management
• Kaizen
• Procurement
• Mrp
• Quality Assurance
• Outsourcing
• Erp Implementations
• 5s
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Plastics Engineering
• Buyer
• Quality Management
• Procurement Outsourcing
• Six Sigma
• Budgets
• Custom Clearance
• Overseas Sourcing
• Kanban
• Product Costing
• Finacially Risk Management
• Shipping
• Polymers Purchase
• Product Cost Analysis
• Import
• Negotiation
• Market Analysis
• Freight Forwarding
• Inventory Management
• Budgetary Control
• Vender Development
• Import/Export Operations
• Cost Reduction Strategies
• Strategic Planning
• Packaging Materials Purchase
• Global Sourcing
• Budget Management
• Zero Defects
• Cost Control
• Purchase Management
• Microsoft Excel