C.R MUNI SAI KIRAN
Knowledge Associate
AVADI
Summary
A focused and result-oriented professional with 8.5 years of experience in Automotive Industry. Proven capabilities in Product Development and procurement,Sourcing,Design to Value,Project management. An effective communicator with strong analytical / logical skills to relate to people at any level of business and management. A quick learner with the expertise to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Having strong knowledge and experience in Multi-Commodity parts development,Sourcing,Pricing strategy for Passenger car and Tractor Assembly.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Knowledge Associate
McKinsey & Company
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered valuable insights into competitor strategies through extensive market research activities.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering open communication channels among peers and management.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings by analyzing resources usage patterns and recommending adjustments as needed.
- Excelled at maintaining strict confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to clients'' businesses.
- Assisted senior leaders in the formulation of strategic plans based on thorough industry analysis.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive solutions aligned with client needs.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills in addressing complex issues arising during project execution.
- Spearheaded data analysis projects, identifying key trends and insights to inform strategic decisions.
Manager
Hyundai Motor India Limited
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Powertrain Development (Engine & Transmission)
- Commodity : Engine and Transmission sub assembly, Fe Casting,Al casting,Forging & Machining
- Conducting Global bidding pool and vendor selection for Part Development
- RFQ Release and Quotation review for multiple vendors (LP & KD) and finalizing the vendor based on QCD Requirements.
- Initiating Development based on Master Timing plan and sample submission for Build requirements
- Supplier ISIR Review and submission to plant QC.
- Tooling cost settlement for Heavy components (Casting Block & Die)
- Part cost settlement based on ZBC & Target cost given by Marketing costing team for Local & KD Vendors.
- Supplier YoY Cost saving proposal initiation based on project volume
- Supplier Development tracking and work effectiveness monitoring based on project timeline.
- Monthly/Quarterly/Half yearly RM price monitoring and tracking based on MMR/SIAM Trend & working for available parts for handling vendors (Fe, Al, Special steel, Flat steel)
- Alternate source Devt and De-risking initiation for Long term critical parts.
- Production schedule release as per Project/variant wise based on demand.
- Ensuring part receipt and supporting to Production Mgmt Team for critical parts supplies/Shortages
- EO Change management Team representative for Critical and CR EO and driving the team for Devt, Sample submission till EPI Cut-off
- Program Manager and TFT Member for New Projects [Powertrain and Vehicle]
- Price working [ZBC] Initiated for Longtime Strategic price [Import price] to actual RM and Process norms
Senior Engineer
Tractors & Farm Equipment Limited
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Zero Based cost working for Initial Business Case & Final Business case as per marketing requirements.
- Project Handling,Drawing release and BOM supply for commodity team for project kick-off
- Machining, Forging, Sheet metal parts development and price settlement as per organization norms.
- Supplier RFQ Release and Receipt of Quotation.
- Supplier RM & Process costing norms fixing and agreement sign off approval
- Parts & Tool PO Release for assembly and child parts.
- SPMs development for critical parts approval and supplies.
- Supplier Development tracking and work effectiveness monitoring based on project timeline.
- Parts ISIR & PPAP approval on coordination with SQA
- Drawing ECN request for dimensional and performance change requirements with R&D.
- Proto development of parts and tool to meet demand of timeline.
- Production schedule release as per Project/variant wise based on demand.
Engineer
Mando Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Experience in New Product Development of Automotive Parts for Brake system and Suspension system
- Preparing the Statement of Requirements (SOR); new parts drawing review and bench marking with similar models
- Manufacturing feasibility review with suppliers
- Ensured Supplier risk assessment, Supplier APQP, Process sign off, corrective action verification at supplier premises
- Responsible for developing suppliers using the appropriate quality tools (APQP, FMEA, Error Proofing & 8D) and child parts Costing and Negotiations for Sheetmetal,Machining, Plastics and Rubber parts
- Product follow-up (SOP+100 days), PPM tracking, corrective actions initiation and closure for inline & Customer complaints
- Conducting manufacturing feasibility & design review jointly with relevant functional team & supplier to achieve the first time right- Sample approval
- Eliminating Operator mistakes/ errors by implementing Fool-proofing / POKA YOKE in the fixtures & Dies at supplier ends. Monitor the Parts Quality with Continuous trials and controlling of rejections at the specified limits
- Keeping a track of engineering records for various child parts and design changes
- Development of Plastics, Rubber, Friction, Machining, Electronics, Sheet metal Welding parts for Brakes,Suspension strut and shock absorbers
Education
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Gojan School of Business and Technology, Anna University
Chennai01-2017
12th - undefined
Jaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai01-2013
10th - undefined
Vijayanta Senior Secondary School
Chennai01-2011
Skills
Cross-functional collaborator
New product development
Project Management
Stakeholder liaison
Product Costing
Quality improvement strategies
Certification
“GD & T” in 2018
Interests
Frequent information gatherer on Space/Aircraft engineering and rocketry, Cooking, Playing Chess and Badminton, Debating, Skimming News feed and social network
Timeline
Knowledge Associate
McKinsey & Company
09.2025 - Current
Manager
Hyundai Motor India Limited
08.2022 - 09.2025
Senior Engineer
Tractors & Farm Equipment Limited
01.2021 - 08.2022
Engineer
Mando Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2017 - 01.2021
12th - undefined
Jaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School
10th - undefined
Vijayanta Senior Secondary School
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Gojan School of Business and Technology, Anna University
Significant Highlights
- Reduced the part cost (VAVE) by changing the Raw material with equalized properties and behavior and RM grade change (TPEE to TPV) , (SBR to EPDM), (PA66 to PP)
- Reduced machine operation cycle time by fixture modification for Wheel cylinder Body machining
- Implementation of Engineering change within a month in Brake Booster assembly to meet customer timeline and demand
- Dual source component Development and Approval with shortest lead time [Crisis Management]
- Localization of Bumper rubber, Body, Stopper rubber, Rod guide assy
- Process capability (Ppk) Value improvement from 1.23 to 1.86 for welding dimension and Automatic SPC implementation
- Sub Part elimination CR proposed for Transmission Fork shifter. Annual Savings : 2.7 Cr
- RM change proposal for Aluminum grade (K14 ADC12) for Transmission application, Savings : Rs.25/Kg Annual : 3.5 Cr
- Savings generated based on Ideation and VAVE | DtV Approach : 12 Cr
Organizational Projects
- Hydraulic Brake Systems and Suspension Systems for Hyundai Santro New Gen
- Hydraulic Brake Systems for Hyundai Venue
- Hydraulic Brake Booster assembly for Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza Face lift
- Hydraulic Brake systems and Suspension system for KIA Seltos
- Suspension Strut with Modular Assembly for TATA Gravitas (7 Seater)
- Engine : K1.5 TGDI,K1.2, U2 1.5 RDE, U2 1.5 BS6,K1.2T
- Transmission: 5 Speed , 6 Speed, IMT, AMT