KALIAPPAN MUTHUKASINATHAN
Supply Chain Analyst | Procurement & Planning Focus | Budget & Project Coordination
Singapore
Summary
Proactive and analytical supply chain professional with proven experience in production planning, data analysis, and process optimization within the FMCG sector. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, procurement support, and inventory planning to enhance supply continuity and cost efficiency. Adept at streamlining workflows, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and aligning capital projects with strategic goals. Strong advocate for team capability building through training and coaching. Now seeking to contribute strong analytical and coordination skills in a supply chain planning or procurement role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Reliability Engineer (Supply Chain-Focused)
Asia Pacific Breweries Pte Ltd
09.2024 - Current
- Lead and manage the full CAPEX portfolio for the supply chain department, overseeing budgets of ~$8M in 2024 and ~$10M in 2025.
- Serve as the gatekeeper for project approvals, ensuring alignment with company strategy and compliance with cost governance.
- Monitor project execution and provide strategic oversight to assess benefit realization in areas such as efficiency, energy, and water savings.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Brewing, Packaging, Engineering, Planning, and Customer Service teams to initiate, prioritize, and allocate projects based on departmental needs.
- Spearhead training and development initiatives for production teams to reduce machine downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Support sourcing strategy by defining asset structures and aligning critical spares and vendor capabilities.
Packaging Efficiency Specialist
Asia Pacific Breweries Pte Ltd
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives across the packaging line, driving OEE gains through loss analysis and corrective action plans.
- Deployed 5S and visual management techniques, enhancing floor-level visibility and team ownership.
- Converted complex preventive tasks into autonomous activities to empower frontline teams and streamline maintenance efforts.
- Designed and implemented efficiency dashboards, enabling real-time monitoring of KPIs including line availability, speed loss, and micro stops.
- Acted as CILT Champion, integrating Lean and TPM principles into packaging projects to boost process sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
Operations Analyst
Asia Pacific Breweries Pte Ltd
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Built and automated analytical tools to extract insights from production, planning, and inventory data, significantly improving reporting turnaround.
- Delivered executive-level dashboards that provided actionable insights for production forecasting, material flow, and line scheduling.
- Identified inefficiencies in operational workflows, leading cross-functional improvement projects with measurable productivity gains.
- Partnered with supply chain, engineering, and planning teams to support digitalization efforts and optimize system use in SAP and CMMS platforms.
Personal Banker (Wealth)
RHB Bank Berhad
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed a portfolio of retail clients by offering personalized banking solutions tailored to financial goals and risk profiles.
- Delivered comprehensive wealth management services, including bancassurance, unit trusts, and general insurance products.
- Achieved sales and service KPIs by leveraging consultative selling, outbound prospecting, and customer profiling tools.
- Cultivated long-term client relationships through proactive engagement and excellent service delivery, strengthening customer retention and loyalty.
Marketing & Data Analysis Intern
Brisk Asia Sdn Bhd
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Conducted product and campaign analysis to support supplier selection and promotional strategies.
- Assisted in market segmentation and created customer insight reports for campaign targeting.
- Supported documentation and presentation efforts for internal marketing reviews.
Education
Foundation in Business -
University of Reading
Johor, Malaysia 04.2017 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Business Management
University of Reading
Johor, Malaysia 01.2018 - 07.2020
IGCSE -
Sri Utama International School
Johor Bahru, Malaysia 01.2011 - 11.2015
Skills
Supply Chain Analytics & Forecasting
Capital Budgeting & Project Governance
Procurement & Stakeholder Engagement
Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
Inventory Optimization & Spare Parts Strategy
CMMS (SAP PM, JDE) & Asset Lifecycle
Cost Efficiency & OPEX Improvements
Training & Team Development
Supplier Relationship Coordination
Data Visualization (Power BI, Excel)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/07/98
- Nationality: Malaysian
Extracurricular Leadership
Student Ambassador, University of Reading Malaysia, Represented the university at open days, career fairs, and public forums to promote academic programs and student life., Coordinated student-led initiatives including Welcome Week, Open Day, and Harmony Run, managing event logistics and stakeholder engagement., Mentored incoming students and supported onboarding activities, enhancing peer integration and academic transition., Served as deputy leader for university-wide events, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational planning skills.
Timeline
Senior Reliability Engineer (Supply Chain-Focused)
Asia Pacific Breweries Pte Ltd
09.2024 - Current
Packaging Efficiency Specialist
Asia Pacific Breweries Pte Ltd
08.2023 - 09.2024
Operations Analyst
Asia Pacific Breweries Pte Ltd
01.2022 - 08.2023
Personal Banker (Wealth)
RHB Bank Berhad
02.2021 - 01.2022
Marketing & Data Analysis Intern
Brisk Asia Sdn Bhd
07.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Business Management
University of Reading
01.2018 - 07.2020
Foundation in Business -
University of Reading
04.2017 - 11.2017
IGCSE -
Sri Utama International School
01.2011 - 11.2015
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