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Ashwin K

Ashwin K

Coimbatore

Summary

Results-driven sourcing management professional with over 5.2 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, dedicated to fostering organizational growth through effective teamwork and continuous personal development. Proven track record in managing relationships with over 30 vendors while overseeing multiple store operations across diverse regions. Highly skilled in SAP, BI (XOGONET & TABLEAU), BAAN, and ORACLE, ensuring efficient procurement processes and adherence to quality standards. Aiming to leverage expertise in planning and coordination to drive impactful procurement initiatives. Veteran Production Worker adept at handling tasks efficiently. Knowledgeable about equipment operation, materials handling, and documentation. Eager to contribute to operations at companies of any scale.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Specialist GBS Procurement

FLEXTRONICS
CHENNAI
03.2023 - Current
  • Supervised delivery processes, achieving successful coordination of Malaysia plant shipments and aligning with $30M valuation and more than 40 vendors.
  • Elevated kitting performance to 95%, starting from 74%, by refining inventory management.
  • Established procedures enhancing accuracy in inventory shelf-life predictions.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
  • Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.

Senior Engineer - Sourcing

CRI Pumps Pvt Ltd.
Coimbatore
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Managed procurement processes for essential materials and upkeep items.
  • Executed L1 vendor contracts through optimized RFQ practices.
  • Implemented SAP S/4 HANA for the procurement team.

Section Lead - Sourcing

Titan Watches & Wearable
Hosur
07.2018 - 01.2023
  • Managed procurement for watch components, supporting NPD, and quality teams for supplier onboarding.
  • Supervised over 30 vendors, guaranteeing prompt delivery.
  • Supported global customers by streamlining procurement activities and reducing lead times.
  • Specialized in managing entire procurement process with over five years of experience in the manufacturing field.
  • Supervised a network of stores situated in various areas.
  • Facilitated prompt component delivery for the assembly and other stakeholders.
  • Coordinated with more than 30 suppliers from various regions.
  • Daily adept handling of SAP, BI (XOGONET/TABLEAU), BAAN, and ORACLE.
  • Coordinated efficiently between forwarder and CHA for prompt material processing.
  • Demonstrated skill in managing follow-ups with vendors for on-time material receipt.
  • Secured necessary deviation permissions through effective QC coordination.
  • Acted as main contact for team alignment responsibilities.
  • Supported the global customer on the procurement activity.
  • Significant experience working in planning field.

Education

DIPLOMA - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING(SW)

PSG POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
Coimbatore
01.2018

S.S.L.C -

CMS MATRICULATION HR SEC SCHOOL
Coimbatore
01.2014

Skills

  • SAP Materials Management
  • Advanced MS Office Skills
  • Creo
  • Tableau
  • BAAN
  • Materials Management
  • Purchasing
  • Spare part management
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Vendor Management
  • Stores Management
  • BOM
  • Annual Budgeting
  • Inventory Analysis
  • OTIF
  • FTA
  • Budget Vs Actual
  • Cost Variance
  • Lean Management
  • 5S
  • Kaizen
  • Six Sigma

Certification

  • FDT (Functional Development Program) Innovation Module
  • MS Excel - Advanced
  • MS PowerPoint - Intermediate
  • CII- SOURCING EXCELLENCE, Sourcing Management - 6 month Course

Skills

SAP - MM, MS Office, Creo (Basic), Tableau, BAAN, Supply Chain Management, Automobile

Profilesummary

More than 5.2 years of experience in managing the entire cycle of Sourcing in manufacturing industry., Handling more than 4 stores located in various regions., Support to Assembly and other stakeholders in delivering the components on time., Handling of more than 30 Vendors from Imports and Indigenous., Good Knowledge about SAP and BI (XOGONET & TABELEAU), BAAN, ORACLE., Good Follow up system between Vendor and forwarder., Expertise in follow up with vendor for delivery of materials., Good Coordination with QC for approval., Handling Alignment SPOC for the total Team., Supported the Global Customer on the Procurement activity., A Vast experience in Planning Sector.

Keyareasofexpertise

  • Materials Management / Purchasing
  • Spare part management and accountability.
  • Supplier Relationship Management.
  • Managing Vendor and Stores located at different locations.
  • Knowledge of BOM, Annual Business Plan, Annual Budgeting.
  • Analyzing on Inventory, OTIF, FTA, Budget Vs Actual, Cost Variance.
  • Able to drive Lean Management - 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma at vendor end.
  • Good knowledge of SAP MM.

Keyresultarea

  • Associate with NPD, Design team and quality dept to determine or search suitable supplier.
  • Responsible for procurement of watch & Watch components.
  • At CRI Pumps, Implemented the SAP HANA for the Procurement team.
  • Managing the availability & delivery of material right quality at the right time, price and terms.
  • Conduct Vendor Evaluation and Vendor Ratings.
  • Coordinating with the Finance for ensuring timely payment.
  • Coordinating with the Stores for solving issues while Goods Receipt.
  • Coordinating with the logistics team for Import material Customs clearance.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Gathering Tech News
  • Watching Movies
  • Listening to Songs
  • Research on Stock Markets

Projects

  • Design and Fabrication of Portable TMT Bending Machine, Mr. B Giriraj M.E PhD
  • Indigenization of IMP Watches.
  • Standardized the Stock numbers.
  • Implementation of SAP S4 Hana in CRI PUMPS PVT LTD. Delivered (8+) Institutional order with less lead time.
  • Coordinated with Vendor and Store for change of packing method.

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the above given information is true and correct to the best of my belief and knowledge.

Languages

Tamil, Hindi, English, Tamil, Hindi, English, Tamil, Hindi, English, Telugu, Kannada

Industrial Exposure

AADHI Maruti Service Center, Exposure to Automobile Service and Spares and learned about methodology Servicing/Planning the cars., 3 Months

Personal Information

  • Father's Name: Kanakaraj D
  • Date of Birth: 12/20/98
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Timeline

Specialist GBS Procurement

FLEXTRONICS
03.2023 - Current

Senior Engineer - Sourcing

CRI Pumps Pvt Ltd.
02.2023 - 03.2023

Section Lead - Sourcing

Titan Watches & Wearable
07.2018 - 01.2023

DIPLOMA - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING(SW)

PSG POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE

S.S.L.C -

CMS MATRICULATION HR SEC SCHOOL
Ashwin K