Kalaiselvan M Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, KA, IN

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Strategically sourced and developed a robust and reputable supplier base, both domestically and internationally, ensuring reliable and high-quality sourcing.
• Conducted comprehensive evaluations of potential new vendors, considering price, quality, service, reliability, and production capabilities.
• Strategically employed Zero-Based Costing (ZBC) analyses to drive cost efficiencies, coupled with adept negotiation techniques to establish mutually beneficial partnerships with suppliers
• Assessed the risk associated with new and existing supplier capabilities to ensure alignment with product requirements, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Led and facilitated Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA&VE) initiatives to drive continuous improvement and cost savings.
• Collaborated closely with Engineering/R&D teams to define and communicate supply requirements for new parts and materials, ensuring seamless integration into product development processes.

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

• Strategically sourced and developed a strong and reputable supplier base for casting and forging commodity parts
• Conducted supplier assessments and evaluated new suppliers in the manufacturing process, quality management system, special processes, and other requirements to meet organization requirements for strategic sourcing and.
• Participated in weekly and monthly SOCO meetings to review and select the best supplier for product offers based on QCD and feasibility status.
• Ensured all requirements were met by suppliers for the most challenging new/ECO parts and executed PPAP, and APQP, including elements of supplier engagements and a zero-defect mindset.
• Conducted joint inspections and development stage process audits at supplier sites to ensure first-time-right and zero-defect policy during serial life production.
• Conducted periodic supplier audits and evaluations to verify suppliers' processes were documented and in control.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management

Bachelor Of Engineering (B.E.), Automobile

Hsc, Biology, General

Sslc, General Studies