Indirect Material Planning & Procurement: Handled cutting tool purchasing worth Rs. 8.5 crores/Anum, which Involves Planning, Ordering & monthly scheduling based on Min- Max quantity. Project Engineering: Handled the planning, scheduling and management of Assembly capacity expansion project, ensuring completion of assignments within time and budgetary parameters. Vendor Development: Strengthening existing vendor source & developing alternate suppliers. Negotiating & assessing the performance of the vendors based on various criteria such as prices, quality improvement rate, timely delivery etc. Inventory Management: Facilitated ABC classification of Tools & maintained the Inventory as per yearly target value

•Project Management: Monitored project cost, resource deployment & quality compliance during Launch of ISBe (Electronic platform) engine. Involved in customer interviews, QFD, design release, supplier identification & development• Consultant to Suppliers: Conducted Value Engineering & Process improvement sessions resulting in substantial TCO reduction• Developing Validation Plans: Streamlined processes as per the Business Goals• Accelerated Cost Efficiency Program: Led various projects resulting in a cost saving of $400/engine.• Quality Improvement: Project work resulted in improved product reliability & reduced warranty claims.• Kobetsu Kaizen: Spearheaded Kaizen initiatives (Plant level Kaizen Coordinator).• New Product Development: Led this through technical interactions & discussions with the Suppliers.• Design for Six Sigma: Implemented the CDOC framework of DFSS across all the active projects.• Engineering Change Control: Led this process for smooth BOM change communication & implementation• Certified TS 16949 Internal Auditor: Conduct regular Internal Audits, RCA, troubleshooting & reviews to ensure adherence to highest standards.• Team Based Work System: Leading, mentoring & monitoring the performance of my 15 member team. Resolving interpersonal issues & working towards a harmonious work environment.

Identifying the GAPS in as is process in Purchase function and thereafter proposing & implementing the effective systems for overcoming the gaps.Setting up the Purchase Policy and implement the same within each division.Setting up the optimum Organization Structure in Purchase function for each of the divisions.Responsible for timely purchase of all capital goods including plant and machinery at optimum price.Responsible for continuous cost reduction.Responsible for setting up organization under corporate function for:Strategic purchaseNew product development (N.P.D) Vendor development

My responsibilities included the following:A. Technical Expense Planning and Budgeting and Administration and reviewB.Evaluation and Execution of Primary Manufacturing Division ProjectsC Planning & Purchase processesD.Setting up the warehouse facilityE.Procurement of components from approved suppliers. F.Responsible for procurement including customs clearance and vendor development.G.Identifying vendors for various projects and maintaining relationships with them.H.Identifying ODM’s / OEM’s for launching new product’s for sale’s through distribution segment.I.Responsible for inbound and international Export logistics and smooth customs clearance.