Himanshu kumar Mishra
Gurgaon
Summary
Category manager with a strong focus on profitability and margin growth through VA/VE, Negotiation & Other Cost reduction initiatives. Expertise in building vendor partnerships and leading negotiations to drive optimal outcomes. In-depth knowledge of market trends and client needs, ready to leverage skills in a competitive environment.
Overview
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Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Category Manager
Donaldson India Filters Systems Pvt Ltd
GURGAON
01.2023 - Current
- Executed category strategies, achieving over $1.6 million in cost reductions.
- Lead Casting-COE Globally and get $0.5 million cost Reduction in FY23~24.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and address challenges.
- Negotiated vendor contracts for favorable pricing and payment terms.
- Led category reviews to assess performance and drive improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with sales teams to establish competitive pricing across product categories.
- Managed supplier agreements to ensure inventory quality and cost efficiency.
- Conducted price comparisons against competitors to maintain market competitiveness.
- Flawless launch of BS-V norms Fuel filter for earth movers , which is first in india for it's type.
Deputy Manager
Donaldson Filters India pvt ltd
03.2019 - 12.2022
- Led flawless launch of NGSB for AL; customized design of power pleat air cleaner for diverse customer requirements.
- Optimized supplier base, enhancing cost efficiency and supplier performance.
- Exceeded cost reduction targets for 2021 despite rising commodity prices.
- Initiate & support Cost reduction program on suppliers.
- Exceed ISO/ IATF 16949 objective for suppliers.
- Develop category strategy for Plastic/rubber.
- Supplier assessment & Selection.
- Localization of Plastic, Rubber parts for AL/Daimler/JD.
- Develop/ Localize New parts as per APQP Guidelines.
- PPAP of New Parts.
- Reporting of supplier’s performance.
- Handling International Procurement Office for global sourcing from India.
- Approval of alternate resin of PA66 33GF.
Astt. Manager
Delphi Automotive systems pvt. ltd
05.2015 - 03.2019
- Facilitated supplier selection aligned with company standards, enhancing quality and compliance.
- Exceeded ISO/IATF 16949 objectives for suppliers, contributing to overall quality assurance.
- Exceed supplier Quality PPM rejection objective.
- Drive FTQ improvements at supplier end to maintain supplier Green Score Card.
- Coached suppliers on problem-solving tools and statistical quality methods, improving their operational capabilities.
- Raise & close problems due to Quality issues in BOP Parts.
- Ensure effectiveness in supplier’s problem solving.
- Support Internal Control, Six Sigma initiatives.
- PPAP of New Parts.
- Develop/ Localize New parts as per APQP Guidelines including sourcing.
- Reliability and life cycle testing of child parts.
- Carry out system & Process Audits.
- Coordinated sub supplier changes to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Prepared department Management Information Systems for data tracking.
- Approval of Vison wires as new source in Ford, & TML for specific cables.
- Localization of Plastic, Rubber parts for TML, M&M, and RNTBCI.
- Ensured zero plating defects during incoming inspections to uphold quality standards.
- Enhancement of tier 2 through various improvement drive of VSA by MSIL and MSES A Rating by M&M.
- Recognized for recovering around INR 30 lakhs from suppliers in year 2018 for design issues.
Asstt. Manager
MINDARIKA PVT. LTD.
04.2013 - 05.2015
- Developed child parts for console control systems of Hyundai IB & GB project within tight timeline.
- Development of around 350 parts for various projects like IMV 550 &560 of Toyota, YL1 ,YRA & YBA of MSIL.
- Initial Approval and development of Child parts.
- Part development and source finalization for plastic components.
- Monitored parts quality, ensuring high standards in supplier relationships.
- Conducting audits at supplier end.
- Submission of documents like PPAP.
- Oversaw compliance with TS/QS 16949:2009 documentation requirements.
Engineer
MOTHERSON SUMI SYSTEMS LTD.
12.2011 - 03.2012
- Approved and developed child parts to support overall project objectives.
- Ensured quality of supplier components, upholding production standards and compliance.
- Validated functional design of new developments to align with project specifications.
- Submission of documents like PPAP.
Engineer
Malhotra cables pvt. Ltd.
Imt manesar
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Developed and approved wiring solutions for VW vehicles to meet project specifications and enhance safety.
- Created systems documentation and addressed customer concerns to enhance product reliability.
- Conducted incoming inspections and developed vendor relationships to ensure quality compliance.
Education
MBA - Operations & Supply Chain
ITM, Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad03-2024
B.E - mechanical engg.
BRCM CE & T
Skills
- Global Sourcing strategy development
- Cost reduction strategies
- Global sourcing and vendor negotiation
- Kraljic/Supplier Segmentation to increase strategic spend
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Cost modelling & Cost-driver analysis
- Global & International Business Skills
- Project management skills
- Data analysis and market analysis
- Team leadership and management
- Problem resolution strategies
- Cross-functional collaboration techniques
- Financial acumen in supply chain management
- ESG & Sustainable procurement
- strong skill of manufacturing process like Plastic, Rubber molding, Al die casting, wire drawing & stamping
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Regional Language
Projects And Journals
- Design and development of mechanically adjustable stilts
- Effect of recrystallization on mechanical properties of metals, Excel India Publisher
- Potential of nuclear Fusion to be the next best energy solution, National Conference (IEDES 2009)
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Indian
- Father's Name: Dr. Shridhar Mishra
- Date of Birth: 07/01/86
- Marital Status: Married
Certification
- CIPP & CIPM from APSCIM
Accomplishments
- Performance Excellence Award By Donaldson India Filters systems pvt Ltd.
- Recognition certificate from DELPHI to get the highest cost recovery from BOSCH, Germany for Design issue in ECU.
- Kaizen certificates from Midarika
Timeline
Sr. Category Manager
Donaldson India Filters Systems Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Deputy Manager
Donaldson Filters India pvt ltd
03.2019 - 12.2022
Astt. Manager
Delphi Automotive systems pvt. ltd
05.2015 - 03.2019
Asstt. Manager
MINDARIKA PVT. LTD.
04.2013 - 05.2015
Engineer
MOTHERSON SUMI SYSTEMS LTD.
12.2011 - 03.2012
Engineer
Malhotra cables pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2011
MBA - Operations & Supply Chain
ITM, Ghaziabad
B.E - mechanical engg.
BRCM CE & T