Suraj Vontivillu

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Inventory Analyst @USCfacilitiesmanagamentservices | Graduate Student MEM @ USC Marshall(spring 24)

  • Education

    • Vellore institute of technology

      2019 - 2023
      Bachelor of technology - btech mechanical engineering 8.6

      Activities and Societies: - Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) - Dreadnought robotics - Techno vit - New product development, Total Quality Management, Mechatronics system design, Problem solving and object-oriented programming, java for beginners, problem solving using Python, complex variables and partial different equations, technical answers for real world problems, manufacturing automation, computational thinking, entrepreneurship development, lean startup management, finite element analysis.

    • Usc marshall school of business

      2024 - 2026
      Master of engineering - meng engineering/industrial management

      GSBA 548- Corporate finance, MOR 569 - Negotiating and Deal making, MKT-566 - desicion making using marketing analytics

    • University of southern california

      2024 - 2026
      Master's degree engineering/industrial management 3.5

      Activities and Societies: volunteered for cs@sc Volunteered for k-12 robotics Intramurals soccer team ISE 515-Project management, ISE 500-statistics for engineers

  • Experience

    • Dreadnought robotics

      Dec 2019 - Aug 2022
      Chassis and design engineer

      -Engineered AUV (submarine) hull and strategically implemented thruster positioning to enhance navigation capabilities.-Developed an autonomous drone on a limited budget, incorporating automated image recognition technology.-Executed hands-on construction projects, including welding, cutting, 3D prototyping, lubrication, procurement, and planning.-Optimized battery distribution and chassis design for an electric motorcycle, improving overall performance and efficiency.-Led workshops on robotics and AI, imparting advanced knowledge and practical skills to participants. Show less

    • Auvsi chennai

      Nov 2020 - May 2021
      Mechanical engineer

      -Led a team of four in the autonomous drone project, achieving a 35% reduction in drone weight.-Developed and integrated an image detector algorithm with an impressive 96% scanning accuracy.

    • Larsen & toubro

      Oct 2021 - Dec 2021
      Intern

      •Strategically sourced structural steel consumables, bearings, C5 paints, Studs, and fasteners for fabricating 28 steel bridges (70000mt), including source and material approvals.•Assisted in Managing Procurement and distribution of materials worth $240 million across 5 major transportations Infra projects ensuring on time delivery and cost efficiency•Conducted clean sheet costing, spend analytics and supplier performance analysis, leading to cost savings and optimized supplier onboarding at the HQ level.•Assisted VP & Head of SCM in developing supply chain transformation strategies, improving key KPI’s (cycle time, cost, transparency & digitization) Show less

    • Chegg inc.

      Mar 2022 - Jan 2023
      Subject matter expert

      - Addressed over 500 graduate-level mechanical engineering questions on topic of fluid mechanics , instrumentation , heat transfer , automation, robotics etc.- Utilized Ansys CFD to create streamline graphs on diverse industrial topics.-Recognized with an award for achieving a Satisfaction Score of over 90% in Mentoring.- Assisted more than 2000 students, ensuring their projects had less than 2% plagiarism.

    • Reliance industries limited

      Jun 2022 - Oct 2022
      Project intern

      -Implemented IoT for condition monitoring of ethylene gas furnaces, improving efficiency by up to 35%.-Revamped Past operation methodology of furnaces and introduced HMI SCADA, stabilizing sensor graphs.-Supported production planning and quality control at the gas cracker plant, ensuring compliance with OSHA, ISO, CGMP & TPM standards.-Implemented process optimization & lean sigma analysis using MiniTab, leading to a 2.3% increase in efficiency and 167 kg daily production output.-Devised cost modeling and demand planning frameworks leveraging Bill of Materials (BOM), Design of experiments (DOE) & Statistical Process Control (SPC), eliminating 500 tons of raw material waste annually yielding $200K in cost savings. Show less

    • Getaway ice cream & desserts

      Aug 2023 - Nov 2023
      Product management intern

      •Increased customer retention by 25% and lifetime value by 20% through a CRM strategy integrating behavior tracking and targeted campaigns.•Enhanced forecasting and fulfillment efficiency by 67% for 7+ retail outlets using predictive analytics to eliminate redundancies.•Collaborated with logistics to optimize transportation routes, achieving a 12% reduction in shipping costs and a 15% decrease in carbon footprint through improved route efficiency and carrier consolidation.•Implemented a comprehensive demand planning strategy, aligning product availability with forecasted sales, which decreased stockouts by 40% and improved customer satisfaction ratings by 20%. make it shorter• Orchestrated dynamic social media campaigns, overseeing 100+ influencers and slashing commercial marketing costs by 50% through strategic negotiations.• Developed monthly operations schedules and daily sales reports in Microsoft Excel, optimizing financial inflows and outflows.• Directed Swiggy and Zomato marketing strategies for 50+ SKUs, significantly enhancing brand ratings and market presence. Show less

    • Rural dotz

      Oct 2024 - now
      Management intern

      -Synchronized end to end supply chain fulfillment for 17 SKU’s on shopify, streamlining inventory flow and order processing resulting in 22%reduction in fulfillment rate and a 15% increase in on time deliverables.-Evaluated and audited partner contracts to ensure alignment with negotiated monthly rated, leading to a 33% reduction in contract discrepancies and strengthening vendor relationships through proactive compliance management.-Created a Trello driven end to end workflow including onboarding, design, development, pre-launch, launch & post launch, fortifying operations efficiency and quality control in website deployments for bulk order clients.- Managing more than 50 clients to negotiate deals and legal contracts - social media marketing and scheduling along with managing all the platforms - Attended Natures west expo 2024 and 2025 and got over 50+ valuable client connections to supply organic food products like moringa , Ashwagandha , turmeric , ginger , sesame seeds, spices and many other products Show less

    • Usc auxiliary services

      Nov 2024 - Feb 2025
      Customer service specialist

      •Facilitated seamless customer interactions by managing parking reservations, resolving inquiries, and directing visitors to appropriate locations, ensuring an optimal campus experience.•Streamlined operational workflows by overseeing entry booth processes, processing reservations with precision, and reducing wait times, resulting in enhanced service efficiency and satisfaction.•Leveraged comprehensive knowledge of USC’s infrastructure to orient visitors, provide tailored guidance through campus layouts, and optimize accessibility for all stakeholders. Show less

    • Usc facilities management services

      Dec 2024 - now
      Inventory analyst

      Monitor daily inventory changes using pivot tables to track SKU-level stock movement and maintain accurate valuation.Calculate inventory turns (COGS/Average Inventory) to maintain a target turnover rate of 10 (monthly cycle).Analyze usage trends and material transactions from Simple K to track key consumption and optimize stock levels.Generate inventory burn rate reports, ensuring optimal stock while minimizing excess inventory.Forecast stock needs using historical trends, reducing overstock and obsolescence.Collaborate with procurement teams to align key inventory with security and demand needs.Skills & Tools:Excel Expertise – Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH for SKU-level inventory tracking.Data Analysis – Monitoring COGS, days-on-hand, and turnover rates for improved stock rotation.ERP & XLViki – Extracting transaction data to optimize inventory efficiency.Strategic Inventory Planning – Maintaining an optimal turnover rate of 10 and reducing excess inventory. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Google analytics individual qualification

      Google
      Sept 2024
    • Vap cfd certification

      Vellore institute of technology
      Aug 2020
    • Certified scrum product owner (cspo)

      Scrum alliance
      Oct 2025
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Teaching volunteer

      Issued by USC Viterbi K-12 STEM Center on Jul 2024
      USC Viterbi K-12 STEM CenterAssociated with Suraj Vontivillu