Aravind Yella
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Detail-oriented and reliable supply chain professional with proven experience in inventory management, procurement, and logistics coordination within retail environments. Demonstrated success in optimizing stock levels, reducing costs, and improving overall operational efficiency. Skilled in managing end-to-end supply chains, implementing innovative solutions, and leading cross functional teams to achieve performance targets. Strong background in procurement processes, vendor negotiation, and supplier relationship management. Known for excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with a consistent track record of exceeding business goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain & Procurement Coordinator
V2 FOOD
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Coordinate supply chain activities to ensure uninterrupted part and material availability for production operations.
- Manage end-to-end procurement through ERP systems — generating and tracking purchase orders, GRNs, and invoices.
- Perform inventory audits, cycle counts, and stock reconciliations in collaboration with Warehouse, QA, and Operations.
- Support forecasting and demand planning to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages or excess inventory.
- Liaise with local and international suppliers to ensure timely delivery, compliance, and quality standards.
- Generate analytical reports (stock aging, slow-moving inventory, turns) to support management decisions.
- Identify process inefficiencies and implement continuous improvement initiatives in material flow and stock management.
- Ensure full compliance with internal policies and external regulations (HACCP, GMP).
Supply Chain & Inventory Analyst
CLX Logistics
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported procurement and logistics planning, aligning supplier deliveries with production schedules.
- Conducted data analysis to optimize reorder points, safety stock, and lead times, improving inventory accuracy.
- Participated in supplier negotiations and contract reviews to ensure cost-effective and reliable sourcing.
- Assisted in developing procurement policies ensuring compliance with internal controls and external standards.
- Delivered procurement spend analysis reports, enabling data-driven supplier performance reviews.
Merchandise & Supply Chain Coordinator
Industrie Clothing
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed supplier quotations, purchase orders, and logistics to ensure timely stock replenishment.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to align inventory and category planning with business requirements.
- Conducted market and supplier analysis to support sourcing strategy and mitigate risk.
- Supported warehouse and logistics optimization projects, enhancing overall material flow efficiency.
- Delivered analytical reports on category spend, supplier performance, and stock utilization.
- Reduced category stockouts by 15% through improved supplier coordination and demand forecasting.
Retail Inventory Coordinator
Cotton On Group
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Managed store inventory and purchase orders, ensuring adequate stock availability and timely replenishment.
- Analyzed demand trends to forecast sales-driven stock requirements across multiple store locations.
- Implemented inventory control practices, resulting in a 5% cost reduction and a 10% increase in on-time delivery.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline inventory processes, improving operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability for retail operations.
- Coordinated stock replenishment processes to minimize disruptions in product flow.
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management And Project Management
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW12-2020
BBA - HR & Marketing
Andhra University
India 04-2018
Skills
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Procurement & Sourcing
- Inventory Optimization
- ERP/MRP (SAP, NetSuite)
- Logistics & Distribution
- Demand & Material Planning
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Vendor Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Risk & Compliance Awareness
- Data analysis
- End-to-end procurement
Timeline
Supply Chain & Procurement Coordinator
V2 FOOD
09.2024 - 10.2025
Supply Chain & Inventory Analyst
CLX Logistics
05.2023 - 12.2023
Merchandise & Supply Chain Coordinator
Industrie Clothing
05.2022 - 04.2023
Retail Inventory Coordinator
Cotton On Group
09.2019 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management And Project Management
University of Wollongong
BBA - HR & Marketing
Andhra University