Lenin Babu Ponniah

About Lenin Babu Ponniah

With a proven track record of over 20 years, I am a dedicated professional specializing in Supply Chain, Materials Management and Inventory processes. My expertise spans from procurement to distribution, where I have consistently delivered digitized benefits, reduced cycle time, and enhanced user experiences through seamless supply chain strategies.Throughout my career, I have spearheaded initiatives to streamline materials management practices, resulting in significant reductions in wastage and expedited inventory control strategies. My proficiency in spare parts inventory management, strategic planning, and lifecycle optimization, along with my mastery of SAP Material Master, distinguishes my skill set.Strength Highlights:• Expertise in spare parts inventory management, including strategic planning and procurement.• Facilitated transition from Project to Asset, emphasizing data-centricity and improvement within Supply Chain Projects.• Managed on-site projects to improve material availability for operational assets at Brunei Shell Petroleum in Brunei and Shell Catalyst & Technologies in the USA.• Review and Manage the SPIR/RSPL to ensure the right data the first time.• Balancing inventory levels to meet operational demands while minimizing holding costs• Crafting and maintaining Bills of Materials and Ensuring accuracy in Illustrated Parts lists• Implementing Master Data Management (MDM) processes to reduce errors and uphold global standards• Demonstrating a keen focus on continuous improvement in data quality enhancementMy strengths extend to rebuilding and standardizing asset registers, best practices for high-quality asset master data, and comprehensive assessments on operational spares, highlighting my unwavering commitment to operational excellence. Integrating MRP data into the Material Master further reflects my dedication to driving efficiency and accuracy in materials management.Driven by a passion for continuous growth and development, I am eager to leverage my extensive skill set to bring immense value to a forward-thinking organization poised for innovation and operational excellence.Future Employment Sponsorship Needs:As a Materials & Inventory Management Specialist, I am seeking opportunities to continue contributing to this field. I am looking for an employer willing to sponsor my work visa. I am committed to a long-term career with a forward-thinking organization and am prepared to undergo any necessary processes to secure the appropriate work authorization.

Experience

1. Supply Chain Specialist (Project Lead)

   Shell

   Dec 2014 — Present · Chennai, IN

   At Shell Business Operations, I revamped and strengthened collaborative relationships with diverse teams to streamline processes. I also led effective stakeholder management, ensuring secure and compliant processes and fostering collaboration internally and with suppliers. Furthermore, I extracted and analysed ERP data to identify data quality needs and project space improvements, presented budget estimates to stakeholders, and managed Material Master data KPIs. • Developed and implemented tools/processes for Materials Specialists• Addressed inventory record deficiencies and optimized inventory levels• Supported adoption/maintenance of new Materials Management standards• Coordinated interfaces between maintenance, purchasing, and inventory• Executed inventory optimization and managed Capital Projects• Implemented strategies to address dormant, excess, and obsolete items• Conducted analysis of end-to-end material processes• Proposed improvement plans

Education

• Alagappa University, Alagappa Nagar, Karaikudi

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Personnel

  2007 — 2010

• Simplilearn Alumni

  Master's Program, Data Analytics

• Manonmaniam Sundaranar University

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering

  2000 — 2004