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Kannan Arumugam

Kannan Arumugam

Transformation Strategist | Operations Leader | Project Management & Process Optimization
 

Kannan drives strategic change and operational excellence across retail, ecommerce, consumer goods, and beyond

Kannan Arumugam is a seasoned Strategy and Operations Leader, specialising in enterprise-wide transformation, cross-functional execution, and process optimisation. 
 
He has over 20 years of experience across ecommerce, retail, CPG, healthcare & transportation. He earned his MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and has led high-impact initiatives for brands like FTD, Sears Holdings, Blistex & Delta Air Lines. 
 
Kannan brings a strong track record in general management, project coordination, and operations optmisation—delivering measurable results and business clarity. His expertise spans programme leadership, strategic planning, supply chain, and KPI-driven decision-making, blending a consulting background with hands-on execution. 
 
Known for his analytical mindset and people-first approach, Kannan helps organisations simplify complexity, align teams, and accelerate transformation.
 

How I Can Help Your Business

  • Strategy & Transformation Leadership – Lead end-to-end change initiatives and revenue growth programmes that enhance performance and align cross-functional teams. 
     
  • Operations Optimisation – Drive efficiency and cost savings through improved vendor management, inventory planning, forecasting, and partner negotiations. 
     
  • Strategic Programme Delivery – Step into critical leadership roles to guide large-scale transformation, ensuring alignment, execution discipline, and measurable business outcomes. 
     
  • Process Improvement & Data Analysis – Improve forecasting, reporting, and business operations with data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

Why Work with Kannan?
If you're instituting large-scale transformation, driving operational change, managing strategic programmes, or initiating process improvements, Kannan brings the leadership, operational rigor, and strategic execution you need to succeed. A trusted partner for organisations ready to transform smarter, faster, and stronger.

Location
🇺🇸 Based in the United States 

 

Positions held

  • Strategy: Director of Strategic Initiatives @ FTD; Director of Strategy @ Sears
  • Operations: Senior Director of Operations / Supply Chain & Director of Logistics @ FTD
  • General Management & Marketing: Brand Manager of Healthcare @ Blistex; Market Development Lead @ SugarSnap
  • Consulting & Project Management: Special Project Manager @ Blistex; Summer Associate Consultant @ Kearney
  • Analytics & Forecasting: Market Analysis Specialist & Revenue Management Senior Analyst @ Delta Air Lines

 

Kannan Arumugam CV and Profile

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Contact Kannan Arumugam for expert leadership in operational transformation, supply chain optimisation, and programme delivery across complex, fast-paced environments. With deep experience in leading large-scale change, aligning cross-functional teams, and driving financial and operational excellence, Kannan helps organisations streamline operations, optimise vendor management, and deliver measurable business outcomes with clarity and precision.