◘ Extensive experience with globally operating MNCs, and working with BMW India Pvt. Ltd. – Chennai, India, for last 11 years, currently as Specialist – Supply Chain Quality, since May 2012.◘ Strong background in product assembly, manufacturing and testing with dedicated focus on QA/QC.◘ Expertise in manufacturing supply chain management, settlement of rejection claims, and customer complaints handling.◘ Proficient user of SAP in handling customer complaints, production problems, supplier disputes, and service disagreements.◘ Knowledge of inventory tools on global business platform, used in effective supply chain management across geographies.◘ Efficient in rejection claim investigations prior to validation for replacement, and analysis of packaging issues for resolution.◘ Working experience with global supply chain counterparts in fixing critical supplier issues, mainly in packaging.◘ Ability to infuse quality culture at supplier end to ensure continual improvement in supplier quality.◘ Efficient in coordinating and synergizing activities of logistics service providers and internal logistics team to keep up with production & delivery schedules.◘ Effective team leader with excellent analytical, communication, people management and problem solving skills, and proven ability to handle global clients and suppliers on quality issues.◘ Demonstrated ability to multitask as well as work collaboratively with other local, regional & global teams.◘ Ability to lead, mentor teams; keen planner & strategist with a detailed oriented approach.I am available for suitable positions in my area of expertise. I can be reached at E: sathya_manian@rediffmail.com, sathyamanian123@gmail.com, M: +91 94431 85809.