CHANDAN KUMAR
Bengaluru
Summary
Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Leader with 17+ yrs. in defense, heavy fabrication, and advanced machining. Expert in ERP procurement (SAP MM/SCM/PLM), vendor development, and contract negotiations. Certified in Lean Six Sigma & Kaizen, driving cost efficiency, process excellence, and resilient supplier partnerships.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain
TATA Advanced System Limited (TASL)
Bengaluru
06.2025 - Current
- Directed end‑to‑end procurement activities, ensuring timely sourcing, contract compliance, and risk mitigation for MoD programs.
- Managed procurement planning and contract management for mission‑critical components across 65+ vendors, strengthening operational reliability.
- Executed supplier selection through technical evaluation, MRR compliance, and PNC, finalizing L1 suppliers for optimal supply chain performance.
- Supervised and mentored a team of two, driving supplier development initiatives and capability building.
- Collaborated with designers to resolve design issues, ensuring QA/QP compliance and improved product quality.
- Utilized Teamcenter to issue drawings, QAP sheets, and concession requests, managing DCRs for timely resolution.
- Ensured timely delivery of parts by monitoring procurement status with daily tracking sheets, consistently meeting AOP targets.
Deputy Manager – NPD (Machining)
M/s Ramkrishna Forgings Ltd. Plant-V
Jamshedpur
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Oversaw vendor management, procurement, and inventory control, strengthening supplier collaboration and minimizing downtime.
- Drove strategic part localization, reducing lead times and achieving cost savings.
- Led CFT for NPD, managing feasibility studies, process planning, and documentation.
- Implemented optimized process flows and control plans, ensuring quality, mitigating risk, and maintaining compliance in automotive machining.
- Directed APQP & PPAP documentation, as per IATF standards and sustaining quality assurance.
- Delivered cost reduction and productivity gains in fixture development, spares, and prototype manufacturing through KAIZEN, CAPA, and toolroom supervision.
Deputy Manager – Tool Room
M/S Arpana Dies & Mould Industries
Manesar
04.2015 - 08.2021
- Directed toolroom operations, focusing on CNC programming and team skill development to drive operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff in CNC programming and CLITA chart implementation, boosting workforce capability and reducing onboarding time.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated stock replenishment, maintaining readiness and minimizing downtime.
Assistant Manager – Fabrication Machining
M/S TEXMACO-UGL Rail Pvt. Ltd
Belghoria
08.2012 - 03.2015
- Executed rail project management and fabrication operations, enhancing overall process efficiency.
- Oversaw manpower management for machining operations, optimizing resource allocation for project success.
- Delivered machining projects for QREL left/right arm bogie and Kazh bogie, meeting performance targets.
Engineer – Fabrication Machine Shop
M/S TATA Hitachi Construction Machinery
Kharagpur
02.2010 - 07.2012
- Enhanced production efficiency by 50% through process optimization and establishing a new Greenfield setup.
- Established machining setup for heavy fabricated structures (Arms & Booms for excavators), from initial machine installation to full production ramp‑up.
- Implemented innovative engineering solutions (PDCAI, Run Chart, Kaizen, Poka‑Yoke) to streamline workflow and reduce production expenses.
In plant Training at
Rasandik Engineering Industries Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Developed expertise in CNC machining, tooling operations, and TPM practices, strengthening process reliability and operational knowledge.
- Applied CNC machining skills in Press Tool development for NANO projects, improving production efficiency and product quality.
Education
B-Tech - Mechanical
AMIE Institution of Engineers (India)
Kolkata12-2011
3+1 Yrs. Diploma - Tool & Die Making
IDTR
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand10-2009
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Techno-commercial and contract negotiation
- Supplier evaluation
- Vendor management
- Risk management
- Product ZBC
- Technical drawing Feasibility studies
- Advanced Excel and MIS reporting
- ERP procurement management
- Project management skills
- Kaizen and CAPA implementation skills
- MRR industrialization
- Quality assurance processes
- APQP & PPAP expertise
- PFMEA knowledge
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Time & Team Management
PROJECTS
- MRR industrialization, Manufacturing Readiness Review training for the ATAGS GUN defense project, Supplier capability matrix based on their 4 M resource relocation
- Double Droop Axle Development for M/S Switch mobility, PPAP approval to final production- Jsr.
- NPD to production-KAZH Bogie, QREL Left Arm and Right Arm Bogie- Kilkata.
Accomplishments
- Delivered 12% cost savings through strategic sourcing and improved procurement operations
- Recognized for excellence with appreciation letters for developing machining fixtures and streamlining checklist processes
- Awarded 'Best KAIZEN of the Month' in April 2023 and June 2023 for implementing continuous improvement initiatives
- Appreciation letter for developing machining fixture for 'QREL' bogie
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green and Yellow Belt
- Lean Six Sigma certification focused on process improvement and quality control
- AIAG-VDA FMEA Certification
- Certification covering FMEA techniques for identifying and mitigating potential issues
Timeline
Assistant Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain
TATA Advanced System Limited (TASL)
06.2025 - Current
Deputy Manager – NPD (Machining)
M/s Ramkrishna Forgings Ltd. Plant-V
09.2021 - 06.2025
Deputy Manager – Tool Room
M/S Arpana Dies & Mould Industries
04.2015 - 08.2021
Assistant Manager – Fabrication Machining
M/S TEXMACO-UGL Rail Pvt. Ltd
08.2012 - 03.2015
Engineer – Fabrication Machine Shop
M/S TATA Hitachi Construction Machinery
02.2010 - 07.2012
In plant Training at
Rasandik Engineering Industries Pvt. Ltd
09.2008 - 06.2009
B-Tech - Mechanical
AMIE Institution of Engineers (India)
3+1 Yrs. Diploma - Tool & Die Making
IDTR