Parthivan Subramaniam (Dr.) PMP

Experience

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  3D Systems Pvt Ltd

  Feb 2001 - Sept 2004

  Procurement Manager / Engineering Project Manager

  Decreased material expenses by 30% by managing tracking and supply.• Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.• Improved inspection policies to increase quality of raw materials and finished goods.• Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.• Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.• Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.• Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys. Show less

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  Johnson & Johnson

  Mar 2005 - Sept 2007

  Procurement Manager

  Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste. (Cost reduced on average 40%)• Decreased material expenses by 50% managing tracking and supply.• Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.• Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.• Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.• Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins. (Profit Margin increased on average 35%) Show less

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  FECC Enterprise Sdn Bhd

  Oct 2007 - Nov 2008

  Senior Sales Executive

  Facilitated relationships with Managing Director through implementation of proven networking methods.• Analyzed market trends in consumer industries to implement appropriate marketing and sales methods. (increased sales on average 65%)• Shaped sales approaches to individual clients, facilitating relationships with customers and driving revenue to over RM5 Million.• Created prospect rapport by approaching leads and cultivating strong business relationships through sales. (New customers increased on average 30%)• Prospected leads, scheduled meetings and converted targets into customers at 60% rate.• Utilized multiple marketing strategies to improve profitability. (Cold Calls, seminars, networking clubs)• Protected top-priority accounts by employing effective sales and marketing techniques.• Demonstrated products and features to customers, answered questions and overcame objections. Show less

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  Angkutan Permai (M) Sdn Bhd

  Dec 2008 - Mar 2013

  Operation & Warehouse Manager

  Drove personnel performance by appraising job results, counseling personnel on needed improvements and disciplining substandard conduct.• Met warehouse operational needs through efficient staffing (increased efficiency on average 25%) and resourcing of materials and equipment. (decreased expenditure on average 30%)• Boosted warehouse operations efficiency by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.• Set and enforced proactive inspection and maintenance schedules to keep equipment in good operational condition. (reduced maintenance cost on average 45%)• Maintained strong vendor connections at all stages, including arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns.• Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts (increased sales on average 30%) and demand to fulfill orders on time.• Directed system updates to boost productivity and control record keeping errors.• Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization or improve process efficiency. (Space utilization increased on average 20%)• Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests. Show less

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  Misi Restu Sdn Bhd

  May 2013 - May 2016

  Operations Manager

  Directed day-to-day operations focused on attainment of key business metrics, continuous improvement initiatives and 50-member management team with related direct reports.• Reduced average contract expenses by 30% through aggressive negotiations with vendors.• Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.• Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls (reduced on average 30%) and maximize business operational efficiency.• Developed and implemented daily operations plans such as delivery routes, employee assignments and promotional strategies.• Controlled daily business operations by devising and deploying short and long-range strategies to grow profitability and accomplish objectives. (increased revenue on average 35%) Show less

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  Vinx Malaysia Sdn Bhd

  Jun 2016 - Dec 2021

  Project Manager

  Scrum Master & Scrum Product Owner• Developed and initiated up to 6 projects per year, including managing costs (reduced on average 25%), schedule (reduced on average 10%) and performance. (increased on average 40%)• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints. (using Gantt Charts and Burnout Charts)• Planned and opened multiple stores and Malls for Aeon Co. Malaysia – IT Server Room & Applications (Server, Switches, UPS, WAN & LAN, Network Cabling, POS & Backend Application)• Setup centralized monitoring system and early warning indicators for UPS- for all Aeon Co. Malaysia & MaxValu stores (saved RM450,000 on maintenance & spare parts replacement per year)• Authored customized user manuals for specific system configurations, tailoring content to unique employee skill profiles.• Developed implementation methodologies to rein in project costs while meeting key milestones.• Developed remediation plans for potential incidents & change ahead of time and made appropriate changes during emergencies.Handled high priority incidents with exceptional poise and composure, making quick decisions in effort to reduce overall impact.• Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.• Compiled product, market and customer data to forecast accurate sales and profit projections.• Capitalized on industry and marketplace trends to strategize solutions and enhance business operations.• Developed and implemented favorable pricing structures balancing firm objectives against customer targets.• Maximized branding initiatives by strengthening program outreach and increasing communication between marketing and public relations. Show less

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  Wiki Labs Sdn Bhd

  Jan 2022 - Dec 2024

  • Lead a team of 10 project managers and oversee the successful delivery of all projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of clients.• Develop and maintain project management processes, procedures, and best practices, ensuring that they are up-to-date and aligned with the company's goals and objectives.• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that projects are properly scoped, resourced, and scheduled.• Develop and manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring that they are realistic and achievable.• Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.• Provide regular status reports to senior management, clients, and other stakeholders.• Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement within the project management team.• Ensure that all projects comply with company policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors.Key Achievements:• Successfully delivered a complex, multi-year project for a major client, which involved coordinating the efforts of multiple teams across different departments and geographies.• Implemented Agile methodologies across the project management team, resulting in increased efficiency and improved client satisfaction.• Developed and implemented a project management training program for new hires, resulting in a more skilled and capable project management team.• Streamlined the project management process, reducing project delivery times by 10% and increasing client satisfaction.• Built strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased repeat business and referrals.• Handling Application project management (Red Hat, MySQL, JBOSS) for Bank Negara, Maybank, Alliance Bank, Allianz Insurance, Kuwait Finance House & Affin Bank. • Handling Hardware project management (Server & Switch migration) for Maybank & Alliance Bank. Show less • Responsible for Project Planning/Resource engagement.• Weekly meeting and report with Stakeholder on the status of the project• Co-ordinate project resources to plan & deliver projects on time, on budget, and within scope.• Forecast and engage project resourcing for assigned projects.• Leading project planning session.• Coordinating staff and internal resources.• Managing project progress and adapt work as required.• Ensuring projects meet deadlines.• Managing relationships with clients and stakeholders.• Overseeing all incoming and outgoing project documentations.• Conducting project review and creating detailed reports for executive staff.• Securing growth opportunities and initiating new projects.• Projects handling with finance and telecommunication designates. Show less

  • Head of Project Management

    Jun 2022 - Dec 2024

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2022 - May 2022
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  PETRONAS Digital Sdn Bhd

  Dec 2024 - now

  Senior Project Manager