Assistant Manager - Brose India Automotive Systems Pvt. Ltd. - Pune
(2025-09)
German MNC. Department: Supplier Development -Purchase
- Led supplier selection, development, and evaluation for both new and existing projects in alignment with global sourcing strategies.
- Supported supplier identification, evaluation, and selection through market analysis, supplier assessments, and initial qualification activities.
- Conducted and evaluated first supplier visits to assess manufacturing capabilities, quality systems, and process readiness.
- Led the onboarding and integration of new suppliers through training programs, workshops, audits, and qualification support.
- Developed underperforming suppliers to achieve compliance with company quality, delivery, and operational requirements.
- Facilitated supplier capability enhancement by providing training, coaching, and process improvement guidance.
- Monitored supplier performance and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the supplier base.
- Coached cross-functional teams in Purchasing, Quality, Logistics, and Manufacturing on supplier development methodologies and best practices.
- Established and promoted continuous improvement and lessons-learned processes between suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Coordinated and organized Business on Hold (BoH) review meetings, including supplier performance evaluations and corrective action follow-up.
- Managed supplier quality planning activities to ensure successful project launches and compliance with APQP, PPAP, and Run@Rate requirements.
- Drove supplier performance improvement through quality initiatives, process optimization, and corrective action management.
- Led problem-solving activities with suppliers to address quality, delivery, and process-related issues.
- Collaborated with Plant Quality teams across India and China to resolve supplier concerns and support customer projects.
- Tracked and managed supplier quality planning activities and issue resolution across the Indian supplier base.
- Worked closely with Customer Quality Planning, Purchasing, and Supplier Development teams to ensure alignment on project and quality objectives.
- Conducted T-Audits in collaboration with Purchasing to qualify and expand the supplier base in India.
Supplier Development Auditor - MESH INFO INDIA PVT LTD
(2022-11)
METRIC HOLDING GROUP, USA. Department: Sourcing
- Led supplier selection, development, and evaluation for both new and existing projects in alignment with global sourcing strategies.
- Supported global sourcing by managing supplier communications, onboarding, and issue resolution.
- Assessed and validated supplier capacity, capability, and compliance with quality, delivery, and demand standards.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Commodity Management teams to optimize product design, manufacturability, and supply chain robustness.
- Executed supplier improvement initiatives using quality tools such as FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, and Gage R&R.
- Drove supplier performance improvements by monitoring KPIs in quality, delivery, cost, and compliance through regular scorecard reviews.
- Supported strategic sourcing programs, including global cost reduction and risk mitigation projects.
- Handled Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) by conducting feasibility and cost analysis for design and process changes.
- Ensured Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and conducted technical validations prior to production ramp-up.
- Managed end-to-end APQP project lifecycles from RFQ to SOP, ensuring milestones and safe launch targets were met.
- Conducted and reviewed Level 5 PPAP submissions, facilitated project closures, and led cross-functional reviews.
- Oversaw tooling, gauge, and fixture planning in alignment with product and process specifications.
- Approved supplier documentation, including PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC studies, Gage R&R, and packaging standards.
- Conducted supplier process and product audits, especially during launch phases to mitigate early-stage defects.
- Managed customer portals, ensuring up-to-date document control and accurate submission tracking.
- Communicated technical feedback to suppliers and actively participated in design reviews and production trials.
- Generated internal and external project reports, tracking timelines, milestones, and quality metrics.
- Planned and scheduled supplier quality management system (QMS) audits based on risk assessment and strategic planning.
- Reviewed quality manuals, procedures, and operational records prior to on-site visits.
- Conducted on-site audits at supplier locations to evaluate compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and customer-specific standards.
- Documented findings through comprehensive audit reports, outlining non-conformities, observations, and opportunities for improvement.
- Provided constructive feedback and collaborated with suppliers on defining corrective action plans (CAPA).
- Performed root cause analysis and validated implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Tracked audit status, follow-ups, and closure effectiveness in alignment with internal QMS protocols.
Senior Sourcing Analyst - BOMBAY METRICS SUPPLY CHAIN LIMITED
(2021-09 - 2022-10)
Formerly Known as MES Inc., headquartered in Ohio, USA, operates in 7 countries. Its Indian subsidiary, Bombay Metrics Supply Chain Ltd, is a global sourcing and 100% export-oriented supply chain company serving clients in the USA, Europe, and Mexico. Department: Sourcing. Customers: Tesla, Honda USA, Lord stone Motors USA, Schafer, Volvo, EATON, Delphi, GKN, Danfoss, Schneider and some others from USA, European Customers.
- Managed end-to-end APQP project lifecycles from RFQ to SOP, ensuring milestones and safe launch targets were met.
- Conducted and reviewed Level 5 PPAP submissions, facilitated project closures, and led cross-functional reviews.
- Oversaw tooling, gauge, and fixture planning in alignment with product and process specifications.
- Approved supplier documentation, including PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC studies, Gage R&R, and packaging standards.
- Conducted supplier process and product audits, especially during launch phases to mitigate early-stage defects.
- Managed customer portals, ensuring up-to-date document control and accurate submission tracking.
- Communicated technical feedback to suppliers and actively participated in design reviews and production trials.
- Generated internal and external project reports, tracking timelines, milestones, and quality metrics.
- Planned and scheduled supplier quality management system (QMS) audits based on risk assessment and strategic planning.
- Reviewed quality manuals, procedures, and operational records prior to on-site visits.
- Conducted on-site audits at supplier locations to evaluate compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and customer-specific standards.
- Documented findings through comprehensive audit reports, outlining non-conformities, observations, and opportunities for improvement.
- Provided constructive feedback and collaborated with suppliers on defining corrective action plans (CAPA).
- Performed root cause analysis and validated implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Tracked audit status, follow-ups, and closure effectiveness in alignment with internal QMS protocols.
Senior Engineer – Supplier Quality Assurance - HUF India Pvt. Ltd Chakan Pune - Pune
(2013-03 - 2021-08)
German MNC. M/s HUF India Pvt. Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of HUF Group, Germany, established in 2007. A global leader in automotive components, HUF specializes in locksets, steering column locks, remote keyless entry systems, door handles, engine immobilizers, and passive entry systems. Department: Supplier Quality Assurance. Customers: FAIT, Volkswagen, Nissan, Renault–Nissan, Bharat Benz, Jaguar Land Rover, Toyota, Ford Motors, Tata Motors.
- Analysis internal and external supplier quality issues, performed root cause analysis, and implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Conducted supplier process audits as per VDA 6.3 annually and based on risk priority.
- Approved Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions for machining, casting, injection molding, sheet metal, and plating components.
- Managed all phases of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) for new product launches, ensuring right-first-time quality and on-time sample submissions.
- Reviewed customer technical specifications, including GD&T, material standards, and special requirements, for accurate proposal preparation.
- Led cross-functional team (CFT) meetings with engineering, quality, and sourcing stakeholders to review project progress and risk mitigation.
- Conducted supplier assessments for selection and nomination, validating manufacturing capability, process stability, and quality compliance.
- Approved PPAP batches after sample review and process validation for machined, casted, and fabricated parts.
- Executed in-depth process feasibility studies, coordinated project ramp-ups, and ensured smooth handover from development to production.
- Conducted Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and applied Statistical Process Control (SPC) to minimize measurement variation and ensure process capability.
- Responsible for development and qualification of all new parts under sourcing and quality functions.
- Planned and tracked new product introduction (NPI) stages and communicated progress to internal teams and customers.
- Created product layouts and conducted process and product audits to verify design and quality alignment.
- Prepared and submitted full PPAP documentation to meet customer-specific requirements.
- Led supplier audits and evaluations to ensure readiness, capability, and system compliance.
- Handled customer complaints, performed root cause analysis, and submitted comprehensive Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) reports.
- Evaluated drawing feasibility and provided quality risk assessments for each new part introduction.
- Visited suppliers regularly to monitor quality systems and implement continuous improvement initiatives to prevent recurring defects.
- Prepared and submitted Monthly MIS reports detailing KPIs like PPM, NCR trends, and audit closures.
- Identified and addressed top contributors to Goods Receipt and Line Rejection PPM.
- Implemented process optimization strategies to reduce supplier process cycle times and improve quality consistency.
- Led Supplier Improvement Programs (SIPs) and monitored performance via supplier scorecards and dashboards.
- Ensured zero-defect supplies by collaborating with suppliers on process control, preventive measures, and inspection readiness.
- Monitored long-term and short-term supplier performance, including delivery, quality, and compliance metrics.
- Led data analysis and monitoring efforts to detect trends, escalations, and strategic sourcing inputs.
- Facilitated supplier development and training on IATF 16949, core tools, and audit readiness.
- Conducted process audits to assess conformance and issued findings with detailed non-conformity reports.
- Reduced overall Supplier PPM by 40% through structured analysis and quality action plans.
- Supported IATF 16949, ISMS, and EMS audits and ensured system compliance across supplier tiers.
- Collaborated in engineering changes and tooling corrections to resolve internal and external quality concerns.
- Managed supplier G8D documentation for child part nonconformities and ensured containment actions.
- Verified effectiveness of corrective actions using trend analysis and audit closures.
- Actively participated in Cross-Functional Teams (CFTs) for quality planning and improvement projects.
- Successfully handled customer audits by ensuring robust documentation and supplier readiness.
