Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Interests
Timeline
Manager

Praveen Kumar Durgam

Footscray

Summary

Dynamic manager with a proven track record at Provincial Produce Australia, excelling in inventory forecasting and procurement planning. Leveraged data-driven decision-making to enhance warehouse efficiency and optimize stock levels, while fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Recognized for strategic planning and team leadership, driving significant cost savings and operational improvements.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Provincial Produce Australia
03.2021 - Current
    • Coordinated inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels while minimizing holding costs through effective forecasting.
    • Conducted market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing decisions across multiple categories.
    • Collaborated with stakeholders to forecast demand, aligning inventory levels with business objectives to minimize waste.
    • Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
    • Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
    • Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.

Supervisor

Provincial Produce Australia
05.2019 - 03.2021
  • Oversaw daily operations to optimize workflow and product quality.
  • Developed training materials, enhancing employee development and onboarding.
  • Coordinated inventory management for accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
  • Processed invoices accurately while adhering to company policies.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, achieving satisfactory resolutions for customers and the company.

Order Fulfillment Associate

Provincial Produce Australia
02.2017 - 05.2019
  • Packaged and labeled around 40-50 orders for shipment.
  • Inspected products to support quality control.
  • Maintained positive work atmosphere through enthusiasm and teamwork.
  • Gained familiarity with warehouse technology for efficient order processing.
  • Assisted cross-functional teams with loading, unloading, and inventory counts.

Education

Master of Business Information Systems - Information Technology

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
08-2018

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Gandhi Institute of Technology And Management
Hyderabad, India
04-2015

Skills

Customer service

  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Staff management
  • Team leadership
  • Data driven Decision-making
  • Data analysis
  • Stakeholder management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strategic planning
  • Inventory Forecasting and Procurement planning

Accomplishments

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving product issues
  • Supervised team of 10 to 15 staff members.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Telugu
Native or Bilingual

Interests


  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Gardening
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts

Timeline

Manager

Provincial Produce Australia
03.2021 - Current

Supervisor

Provincial Produce Australia
05.2019 - 03.2021

Order Fulfillment Associate

Provincial Produce Australia
02.2017 - 05.2019

Master of Business Information Systems - Information Technology

Swinburne University of Technology

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Gandhi Institute of Technology And Management
Praveen Kumar Durgam