Experience

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  Automotive research association of india (arai)

  May 2013 - Dec 2014

  Graduate student

  • Completed Engineering Subjects including Certification & Homologation, Engine design and Development, NVH, HVAC Automotive, and Vehicle Dynamics.• Participated in Vehicle Brake Testing, Milage performance Efficiency testing, Top Speed testing, Automotive Glass Testing, Headlamp Testing, and Vehicle Weight certification.• Developed skills in certification and testing activities at Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI).

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  Ashok leyland

  May 2013 - May 2013

  Internship

  Undergone 2-weeks training in Axles Assembly Production

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  Ford motor company

  Dec 2013 - May 2014

  Project trainee

  Title: Engine Start up IssuesProject Objective: To identify the root causes of failure to start for certain rolled out vehicles and to take immediate preventive actions against the same.Functional Area:Plant Engineering TeamProject Quantifiable Target: To ensure 100% Quality of Rolled out vehicles.Description:Certain Vehicles failed to start at the end of Assembly line. this is resulted in a decrease in productivity. Hence exhaustive vehicle component was tearing down and testing was carried out to identify the root causes. It was found the failure of vehicle to start was contamination of fuel with water. Fuel line was completely analysed and came up with numerous sources of contamination & CAPA was taken immediately to ensure the quality of vehicles..Result:100% Quality of Rolled out vehicles ensured.Learning Skills:Teamwork,Leadership,Industrial Engineering Show less

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  Cadd centre training services pvt ltd.

  Jul 2014 - Dec 2014

  Student

  Attended "Design and Analysis" Training using software of AUTOCAD CATIA & ANSYS

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  Tata motors

  May 2015 - Apr 2017

  Strategic sourcing engineer

  In my role as a Strategic Sourcing Engineer at Tata Motors, I successfully managed the procurement of Clutch and Clutch Release Systems for Passenger Vehicles, LCV, and M&HCV. This involved handling commercial negotiations, vendor management, and price settlements for various clutch components. One of my key achievements was implementing cost reduction ideas that resulted in significant savings for the company. • Led commercial negotiations and vendor management for clutch components• Implemented cost-saving ideas resulting in savings of Rs 140Mn• Managed strategic sourcing for Passenger Vehicles, LCV, and M&HCV Show less

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  Royal enfield

  Apr 2017 - Jun 2021

  o Managed 25+ vendors and 205 items for catering production plants in Oragadam and Vallam for Royal Enfield.o Achieved a remarkable 98% delivery performance from suppliers through proactive and effective follow-ups, ensuring seamless operations and maintaining 95-98% supply adherence even during critical challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and the BS4 to BS6 transition.o Successfully sustained zero production line stoppages and avoided premium freight costs from FY 2017 to 2020, showcasing excellence in supply chain management.o Delivered 100% service of high-value maintenance spares by implementing a strategic second-sourcing approach, effectively addressing all spare part requirements.o Enhanced procurement processes by developing and issuing precise Purchase Orders (POs) in line with vendor selection, pricing, and technical specifications, ensuring compliance and efficiency.o Advanced ECN (Engineering Change Notice) management and obsolescence handling through rigorous process improvements, driving product enhancements and lifecycle management. Show less

  • Assistant Procurement Manager

    May 2019 - Jun 2021

  • Senior Procurement Engineer

    Apr 2017 - Apr 2019
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  Ola electric mobility pvt. ltd.

  Jul 2021 - Aug 2022

  Assistant manager - sourcing and supply chain

  • Successfully launched the initial 100,000 vehicles on the committed timeline by proactively managing the sourcing and securing of electronic components during the global semiconductor chip shortage, earning special recognition from the CEO and CFO.• Directed sourcing and supply chain operations for over 250 electronic components critical to Battery Management Systems (BMS), Vehicle Control Units (VCU), and Hardware Units (HU), ensuring uninterrupted production and quality adherence.• Spearheaded alternate sourcing and supplier strategy development for BMS, VCU, and HU components, achieving significant cost optimization and reducing reliance on single suppliers.• Negotiated and secured component allocation agreements with leading manufacturers and distributors, including Texas Instruments, NXP, ON Semiconductor, and Infineon, ensuring timely availability during a global crisis.• Optimized cost settlement processes for active and passive components by fostering strategic collaborations with manufacturers and suppliers, contributing to overall cost efficiency and operational sustainability.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to evaluate and integrate alternative technologies, mitigating supply chain risks and enhancing product reliability.• Monitored end-to-end supply chain performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities, implement corrective actions, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.• Managed partnerships with Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) providers, overseeing production schedules, quality standards, and delivery timelines to meet project milestones effectively.• Introduced and implemented strategic risk management practices, including inventory buffering and demand forecasting, to counteract potential disruptions in the supply chain. Show less

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  Stellantis

  Aug 2022 - Dec 2024

  Propulsion systems value optimization lead - india

  • Led the value optimization team to drive direct material cost (DMC) reductions by focusing on design optimization, localization, process improvement, and logistics optimization.• Managed cost reduction initiatives that aligned with global finance and regional product team targets to achieve market penetration goals.• Conducted brainstorming sessions with stakeholders to generate technically viable, performance-driven solutions based on benchmarking insights.• Coordinated with subsystem leads, system leads, and function leads within the engineering team to assess, validate, and implement design optimizations.• Oversaw technical justifications and addressed challenges to align innovative ideas with engineering feasibility and performance requirements.• Engaged with performance and validation teams to assess impacts like weight reduction, vibration, and endurance, ensuring compliance with design for failure analysis.• Liaised with suppliers and purchasing teams to secure investments for tooling, design modifications, and validation activities necessary for cost-saving initiatives.• Collaborated with purchasing teams to address raw material sourcing and import dependencies by exploring local supply chain alternatives.• Estimated cost savings with support from cost engineering and purchasing teams and prepared technical and commercial syntheses for decision-making meetings• Secured budget approvals by working closely with finance teams to evaluate business profitability and investment viability for proposed changes.• Issued change notifications to trigger development activities and supported the execution of ideas through design, supplier readiness, and manufacturing phases.• Monitored implementation timelines and aligned with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the successful deployment of cost-saving solutions into production. Show less