Vijayakumar Arumugam(shan)
About Vijayakumar Arumugam(shan)
Vijayakumar Arumugam, also known as Shan, is a Logistics Analyst with extensive experience in supply chain management. He has held various roles in logistics and operations across multiple companies, including Emma – The Sleep Company and DHL Global Forwarding, and possesses strong analytical skills in RPA, SQL, and Python.
Current Role at air up
Currently, Vijayakumar Arumugam works as a Logistics Analyst at air up, a position he has held since 2021 in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. In this role, he focuses on optimizing logistics processes and enhancing supply chain efficiency. His responsibilities include analyzing data to improve operations and implementing strategies that contribute to the overall effectiveness of the logistics department.
Previous Experience at Emma – The Sleep Company
Vijayakumar Arumugam has extensive experience at Emma – The Sleep Company, where he held multiple roles. He served as Operations Manager for the UK, US, and Ireland from 2019 to 2020, and as Project Manager for Operational Excellence in Supply Chain from 2020 to 2021. His work involved managing logistics operations and implementing process improvements to enhance supply chain performance.
Educational Background in Logistics and Management
Vijayakumar Arumugam has a solid educational foundation in logistics and management. He earned a Master's degree in International Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the International School of Management in Germany, completing his studies from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, he studied Business Administration and Management at KEDGE Business School as part of an Erasmus exchange program in 2017. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation from Amet University Chennai, completed in 2013.
Skills in Logistics and Data Analysis
Vijayakumar Arumugam possesses strong skills in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software, including UIPATH and Automation Anywhere, which enhance automation in logistics processes. He is proficient in SQL and Python, essential tools for data management and analysis in logistics. His expertise also includes anomaly-based analytics, which aids in identifying irregularities in logistics operations, and a comprehensive understanding of last mile, reverse, and refurbished logistics.
Early Career at TANUSRI SHIPPING AGENCIES and DHL
Before his roles at Emma and air up, Vijayakumar Arumugam worked at TANUSRI SHIPPING AGENCIES as a Logistics Coordinator from 2013 to 2015 in Chennai, India. He also gained experience as a Business Analyst Intern at DHL Global Forwarding for two months in 2017, where he contributed to logistics and supply chain projects in the Frankfurt Am Main Area, Germany.