A S Kumar
New Delhi
Summary
Results driven executive with 30 years of leadership in procurement, supply chain, and logistics, including 15+ years in senior roles, driving operational excellence across renewable energy, EV infrastructure, and biorefinery sectors. Spearheaded E2E supply chain strategies for 1.7 GW+ projects (1 GW solar, 500 MW wind, 200 MW hybrid, EV charging infrastructure) and 50 TMT 2G biorefinery projects, managing €200M+ budgets. Expertise in sustainable procurement, digital transformation, and building high-performing organization. Proven ability to optimize global and local supply chains, negotiate complex contracts, and mitigate risks, delivery improvements, strategic vision and operational efficiency to achieve long-term organizational goals
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President – Procurement
Fortum India Private Limited
Gurgaon
12.2015 - Current
- Company Overview: Wholly owned subsidiary of Fortum Oyj, Finland
- Developed and executed strategic E2E supply chain plans for 1.7 GW+ projects (1 GW solar, 500 MW wind, 200 MW hybrid, 50 MW EV charging infrastructure), and 50 TMTpa 2G biorefinery joint venture, aligning with global sustainability and corporate objectives.
- Drove digital transformation using SAP MM and Ariba, reducing procurement lead times by 18% and achieving 8% cost savings on €200M+ budgets.
- Optimized domestic and international logistics, enhancing on-time delivery.
- Led procurement for high-tech components (e.g., EV chargers, biorefinery components), building a network of 20+ ESG-certified global suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and BIS/trade compliance.
- Managed operations budget, implementing cost-reduction strategies (e.g., localization of supply chains) without compromising quality.
- Mitigated risks through project insurance for 2 GW+ projects, saving 12% on premiums, and developed contingency plans for zero disruptions.
- Built and led a highly motivated team, fostering accountability and innovation, bridging capability gaps to achieve capacity targets.
- Collaborated with senior executives to formalize business plans, including costing for competitive reverse auctions and battery energy storage systems.
Vice President – Procurement & Logistics
Sembcorp Green Infra Limited
New Delhi
02.2012 - 12.2015
- Company Overview: Sembcorp Utilities Pte. Ltd., Singapore & IDFC Private Equity
- Formulated strategic procurement and logistics plans for 500 MW+ wind projects and a 1000 MW+ project pipeline, aligning with organizational growth objectives.
- Optimized supply chain operations, improving inventory management for enhanced availability of plants across wind and solar verticals.
- Led contract negotiations and vendor management, securing achieving significant efficiencies.
- Oversaw €100M+ budgets, implementing cost-reduction initiatives through process improvements and self-EPC execution.
- Ensured compliance with international trade regulations and mitigated risks through robust insurance frameworks.
- Recruited and developed the procurement team, driving a culture of continuous improvement and strategic sourcing expertise.
- Conducted project feasibility and due diligence, shaping business plans to meet capacity addition goals.
Head – Procurement & Logistics, Boiler Auxiliary Components
Alstom Projects India Limited
New Delhi
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Alstom Projects India Limited: Now GE India
- Directed global procurement and logistics for supercritical boiler auxiliary components, leading a 40-member cross-cultural team across India, USA, Germany, and Brazil.
- Implemented strategic sourcing and technology transfer for pulverizer technology, achieving 35% cost optimizations and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Managed end-to-end supply chain, including sourcing, supplier quality assurance, and inbound/outbound logistics, ensuring compliance with global standards.
- Optimized import/export processes, reducing logistics costs by 10% while maintaining high service levels.
- Drove process improvements, strengthening supplier performance and aligning with Alstom’s quality norms.
Senior Manager – Procurement & Contracts
SKODA Power Private Limited
City
01.2007 - 03.2008
- Led procurement and contract execution for power and heavy machinery projects, integrating sustainable sourcing practices.
- Built vendor relationships to ensure high-quality supply and trade compliance, supporting operational efficiency.
Head – Supply Management
ABB Limited – Building Systems Division
City
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Oversaw supply chain operations for power and automation technologies, achieving 10% cost reductions through strategic sourcing.
- Enhanced vendor networks and logistics processes, improving delivery performance and compliance.
Early Career Roles
Alstom Projects India Limited
New Delhi
01.1992 - 01.2005
- Alstom Projects India Limited: Now GE India
- Held progressive roles in procurement and supply chain, building expertise in contract management, logistics, and operational planning for power projects.
Education
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
New Delhi06-2012
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering (First Class with Distinction)
Government Engineering College, University of Calicut
Thrissur06-1992
Skills
- Strategic Leadership & Vision
- End-to-End Supply Chain Optimization
- Sustainable Procurement Processes
- Global Supply Chain Management
- Operational Excellence
- Financial Acumen
- Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement
- Change Management & Digital Transformation
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Team Building & Performance Leadership
- ERP & Procurement Platforms: SAP MM & Ariba
- Performance Visualization: Power BI
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Tamil
- Malayalam
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/27/69
Timeline
Vice President – Procurement
Fortum India Private Limited
12.2015 - Current
Vice President – Procurement & Logistics
Sembcorp Green Infra Limited
02.2012 - 12.2015
Head – Procurement & Logistics, Boiler Auxiliary Components
Alstom Projects India Limited
01.2008 - 01.2012
Senior Manager – Procurement & Contracts
SKODA Power Private Limited
01.2007 - 03.2008
Head – Supply Management
ABB Limited – Building Systems Division
01.2005 - 01.2007
Early Career Roles
Alstom Projects India Limited
01.1992 - 01.2005
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering (First Class with Distinction)
Government Engineering College, University of Calicut
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