Senior Manager - Advanced purchasing India - HL Mando - India
(2020-02)
Clients: Hyundai, KIA, Tata Motors, M&M, Ford, Renault Nissan. Key Products: Steering systems (CEPS, IMS, MRP and DPEPS)
- Spearheaded the sourcing strategy for all steering product parts, ensuring seamless integration of new generation Dual Pinion Electric Power Steering systems for PV/LCV
- Achieved product cost target through price negotiation and localization
- Total cost ownership from TKO to Project handover
- On time Supplier selection, commercial settlement for all new project parts thru Mando global Process
- Identify supplier risks and eliminate / reduce the risk thru long term strategies ( by developing alternate or dual sourcing)
- Leading 7 members' team of steering products which will have Assembly, casting, forging, machining, sintering rubber and plastic
- Strengthening the MAIL supplier based on long term strategy and de risking of actions for existing biz
- Drive the APQP process, from initial concept through to production, ensuring that all products met stringent quality standards and were delivered on time
- Managed supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, performance evaluations, and compliance with master contracts, leading to consistent YOY cost reductions
- Coordinating with CFT members and closing issues belongs to advanced purchasing team
- Played a pivotal role in the successful implementation of SAP HANA 4, streamlining procurement processes and enhancing data management
- Achieved 35 Mil INR saving obtained as a new business discount and 20 Mil INR saving achieved thru YoY cost reduction from new projects
- Identified suppliers worth 10 Mil INR in potential savings, effectively reducing single-source dependencies and mitigating risk
- Achieved 23 Mil INR savings through dual sourcing
- Introduced 7 new vendors for new technology and for long commodity strategy. Vendor belongs to die casting, forging and stamping Commodity
- Successfully launched DP-EPS product in 2024 and handled all parts from Sourcing which is including VGR Rack bar, Rack housing, Input pinion assembly, Welded ECU cover and PPK assembly etc.
Assistant Manager – Sourcing & Purchasing - Wabco India Limited - India
(2016-12 - 2020-02)
Clients: MAN, ZF, DAF, Daimler, Iveco, TATA Motors, Ashok Leyland, Volvo. Key Products: Braking systems (Supplier of Trailer products, Brake chambers, Air compressors, ECU & Harness)
- Handled trailer products
- Managed all phases of new product development and launch, including supplier selection, cost estimation, and project execution, ensuring alignment with QCD targets
- Achieved product cost target through price negotiation and localization
- Total cost ownership from TKO to Project handover
- Conducted in-depth total cost analyses to inform decision-making during the project execution phase, optimizing resource allocation and cost efficiency
- Led sourcing initiatives for various brake components, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to stringent quality standards
- Facilitated long-term capacity and supply strategies through detailed contract agreements, securing supply chain stability for critical components
- Handled Trailer products like Palm coupling, quick connectors, fittings, valves, cables and TPMS
- Achieved 8 Mil INR savings by shifting from aluminium forging to PDC
- Reduced import content by 80% through localisation initiatives, resulting in 3.80 Mil INR savings
- Successfully introduced 2nd source for air brake hoses, localized the cables & achieved savings of 4.30 Mil INR
Assistant Manager – Sourcing - Greaves Cotton Ltd - India
(2012-12 - 2016-12)
Clients: Piaggio, M&M, Atul Auto, TVS. Key Products: Supplier of 3W engines, Farm equipment products
- Led supplier on boarding and relationship management, including contract negotiation and cost management
- Conducted VA-VE workshops for cost reduction
- Realized 2.14 Mil INR savings through alternate sourcing strategies for electrical parts, enhancing overall procurement efficiency
- Successfully outsourced piston and ring assembly, saving 1.6 Mil IN and introduced cost-effective sourcing for gaskets
Engineer – Supply Chain - India Piston Pins & Liners Ltd - India
(2011-03 - 2012-12)
Clients: Tata, Hyundai, TVS, Suzuki, Mahle. Key Products: supplier of Piston Pins, Crank Pins and shafts
- Oversaw the procurement of direct materials, managed supplier performance, and implemented cost reduction initiatives, leading to improved operational efficiency
- Ensured the timely delivery of materials by monitoring supplier capacity and performance, optimizing the supply chain to meet production demands
- Reduced machining costs by 7L through new supplier introductions
Executive – Supply Chain - Susira Industries Ltd - India
(2008-06 - 2011-02)
Clients: TCL, Cummins, Scania, SAME, Iveco. Key Products: Supplier of Engine Pushrods, Valve Tappets
- Managed a portfolio of 20 vendors and 80 components, ensuring timely delivery and maintaining accurate supply chain records
- Led initiatives to improve supplier delivery ratings and ensure compliance with industry standards, contributing to improved supply chain performance
- Maintained monthly closing stock reconciliation and addressed any discrepancies, ensuring inventory accuracy and efficient stock management
