Subash Kumar

Strategic and results-driven Senior Supply Chain Leader with more than 24 years of expertise in end-to-end Supply Chain including Logistics , Material planning & Procurement, Production Planning & Control, Warehousing & Inventory management and Dispatches Operations. Proven success in delivering cost optimization, inventory reduction, 100% On Time Delivery and implementing Lean tools (Pull Systems, VSM & SIOP) in large automotive manufacturing environments.

Oversee end-to-end supply chain management (SCM) operations for domestic OEM customers and export shipments, from initial customer demand to final delivery.

• Drive SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) processes to ensure alignment of demand, production, and supply, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Strategically source and execute procurement strategy for direct materials, negotiating pricing and finalizing contracts with vendors for optimal commercial terms.
• Manage the budgeting process to ensure all purchases align with financial constraints and timelines.
• Develop and maintain a competitive supplier base, evaluating vendor performance based on metrics including delivery timeliness, quality, costs, and compliance.
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers, transporters, and logistics service providers, ensuring timely supply and adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Oversee warehouse operations including FIFO, layout planning, material handling and storage.
• Implement robust inventory control systems, maintaining accuracy while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory standards within warehouse facilities.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with production, finance, PD and sales teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, continuously improving operational efficiencies through Lean tools and digital logistics solutions.
• Optimize freight costs through effective route planning, transporter negotiations, and load optimization, achieving significant savings.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and regulatory standards, conducting regular audits to mitigate SCM operational risks and logistics challenges.
• Navigate global trade regulations and customs compliance, coordinating with freight forwarders and shipping lines for smooth export operations.
• Spearhead automation and digitalization initiatives to enhance SCM operational efficiency, data accuracy and transparency.

Key Achievements

• Successfully implemented Kanban Pull System, significantly enhancing production flow and efficiency since 2017.
• Sustain 99.93% inventory accuracy, 100% sales achievement with 100% OTD by process optimization.
• Reduced Inventory Days from 54.5 days → 18.6 days over a decade.
• Saved logistic Cost by 1.2 Crs.by increased vehicle lot size, route Optimization & container stuffing.
• Delivered annual saving of 1.5 Crs. INR. by Localized Supplier and effective Suppliers negotiation.
• Sustain 100% PPAP compliance for new product launches, ensuring quality and timely product introduction.
• Decreased 18% Supplier Transit Lead time by Value Stream Mapping across SCM & reduces Inventory.

MBA – Supply Chain & Material Management by IIBM

• Diploma – Operation Management by IGNOU
• B.E in Mechanical Engineering by Amravati University
• HSC & SSC by CBSE Board