Jaikrishnan Pillai

• Strategic sourcing activities for new projects, alternate sourcing, and Engineering Change Note (ECN) are essential.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing for commodity forging and complete machining processes.
• Float RFQs (Requests for Quotation), prepare zero-based costing, and perform cost analysis.
• Collaborate with suppliers on technical feasibility, and finalize the PFD and TFG (Tooling & Fixture Guidelines).
• Lead commercial negotiations, finalize agreements, and issue purchasing agreements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and NPD teams for initial sample development and non-conformance resolution.
• Conduct initial feasibility studies, including:

1. Process Flow Diagrams (PFD).

2. Required machine selection.

3. Raw material and weight calculation.

4. Machining cycle time estimation.

• Supervised daily production operations and ensured adherence to safety standards.
• Monitored workflow to identify bottlenecks and implemented process improvements.
• Conducted quality checks on products to maintain high manufacturing standards.
• Implemented standard operating procedures for consistent production performance.

• Collaborated with team members to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Followed standard operating procedures for production processes consistently.