Derek P John
Gurgaon
Summary
Results-driven materials management professional with a strong background in inventory and supplier relationship management. Achieved cost savings and improved production efficiency through strategic planning and collaboration. Led risk mitigation efforts and continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing team performance and optimizing logistics processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Section Head - Material Planning & Inventory Management (Assy Shop 3)
Maruti Suzuki
Gurgaon
08.2025 - Current
- Ensured timely and accurate material availability, aligning with production and SPD targets.
- Identified and resolved material flow constraints impacting production targets.
- Led planning, scheduling, and procurement of proprietary and parts for Wagon R, Alto, S-Presso, Jimny production.
- Maintained balance between production throughput and inventory levels in consultation with PM and Materials teams.
- Assessed long-term component requirements under various scenarios, coordinating with suppliers and OEMs to align capacities.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams for new model launches and engineering changes, achieving zero non-moving stock during transitions.
- Benchmarked and enhanced material planning processes to align with industry best practices.
Material Management Manager
Maruti Suzuki
Gurgaon
04.2022 - 03.2025
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of three new model projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication, improving safety and optimizing delivery terms.
- Collaborated with planning and supply chain teams to outline material and logistics agreements.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
- Scrutinized purchasing data to achieve 10% cost savings in FY23-24.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives to drive innovation in materials management processes and tools.
- Directed tasks, drafted schedules, and evaluated performance of subordinates.
Quality Assurance Manager
Maruti Suzuki
Gurgaon
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Drove successful model launches through rigorous pre-release testing protocols that minimized post-launch issues.
- Tracked quality issues across external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations, facilitating quicker resolutions and improving customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of product issues for timely resolutions.
- Facilitated inter-departmental communication regarding quality concerns, promoting collaboration towards shared goals.
- Trained team members on quality assurance principles, fostering accountability and high performance.
- Established quality documentation systems to ensure traceability throughout production lifecycle, improving compliance and audit readiness.
Product Development Engineer
JCB
Pune
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Performed complex calculations to optimize engineering processes, achieving a 25% reduction in chassis frame costs.
- Conducted competitor analysis to pinpoint opportunities for product differentiation in design and functionality.
- Created detailed technical documentation for product design specifications, ensuring clarity and compliance.
- Coordinated launch of five new model standard operating procedures, enhancing cross-departmental efficiency.
Education
Bachelors in Technology - Mechanical Engineering
VIT University
Vellore, India06-2018
Skills
- Inventory management
- Demand planning
- Procurement planning
- Forecasting
- Logistics Coordination
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Predictive Risk Mitigation
Timeline
Section Head - Material Planning & Inventory Management (Assy Shop 3)
Maruti Suzuki
08.2025 - Current
Material Management Manager
Maruti Suzuki
04.2022 - 03.2025
Quality Assurance Manager
Maruti Suzuki
05.2021 - 04.2022
Product Development Engineer
JCB
09.2018 - 04.2021
Bachelors in Technology - Mechanical Engineering
VIT University