Muthappa A. N
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic supply chain leader with extensive experience at Volvo Group, excelling in supplier performance and inventory optimization. Proven track record in implementing sourcing strategies and driving project management initiatives. Skilled in cost analysis and fostering team collaboration, achieving significant results in logistics and procurement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Planning and DIM Manager-SML
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
05.2024 - Current
- Secure global and local service market supply chain stability by focusing on high supplier performance and smooth material flows into the SML- Volvo Group India.
- Lead and motivate the team to achieve results and targets, implementing the Dealer Inventory Management concept and optimizing results in DIM.
- Enhance supplier relationship management through continuous communication on objectives and goals.
- Drive End to End supply chain optimization and sustainability.
- Develop a positive working climate and culture aligned with Volvo Group values.
- Volvo Trucks in India is known for Providing premium transport solutions to our customers with technologically advanced trucks supported by highly competent and committed team of professionals.
Senior Manager- Logistics Purchasing APAC
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
04.2018 - 05.2024
- Implementation of global sourcing strategies and projects, systems, and processes in the Region.
- Manage assigned tenders within the region.
- Regional business intelligence, (continuously follow up, consider, and share knowledge about the evolution of costs & trends within the transportation and logistics sector with particular focus within the regions).
- Drive digitalization and sustainability targets in supply chain.
Commodity Manager: - Hydraulic / E&E
Volvo Construction Equipment
Bangalore
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Responsible for overall supplier performance (Project delivery, quality, cost, supply chain) for all of Hydraulics & EE, leading a CFT of supplier development engineers and design engineers from various locations globally to execute right sourcing policy.
- Define strategies, review strategy deployment performance & future challenges, develop strategic position of key suppliers and actions plan for each supplier to provide competitive edge.
- Initiate/review purchasing agreements, Managed spend of 16 M$, 40 suppliers, 16 Global, 24 domestics.
Deputy Manager: - Project Purchasing
Volvo Construction Equipment
Bangalore
04.2013 - 03.2016
- Responsible for the Direct Material cost in the project, Responsible for prototype sourcing in terms of Q/D/C.
- Secure P&SM activities in accordance with the GDP (including participation to early and concept study phases and early supplier involvement).
- Spearheaded localization of Excavator parts in India strategic initiative with rigorous implementation of APQP, 3 new products (Backhoe loader, Soil compactor, Asphalt compactor) meeting challenging targets on cost & strategic target to complete by 24 months.
Assistant Manager: - Plant Purchasing
Volvo Construction Equipment
Bangalore
08.2011 - 03.2013
- Responsible for a purchasing portfolio, Part of PMT regarding product modifications / cost rationalization, manage serial production changes (ECN…), Collaborate with P&SM Project buyer, Be first point of contact for plant operations team for supplier caused QD issues.
- Perform the activities required for the portfolio : negotiations (in line with Commodity Team). Optimize the total cost (Price, Quality, Logistics, Manufacturing, etc.…), investments.
Senior Executive: - NPD & Material Management
Rane (Madras) Limited
07.2005 - 07.2011
- As Senior Executive purchase, planning of Hydraulic components, Lead supplier business reviews and monitor supplier performance, Involved in strategic business planning.
- Responsible for performing all purchasing transactions including the preparation of inquiries, commercial analysis of proposals and the issuance of purchase orders.
- Finalizing the Supplier for developing New Components based on competitive biddings, Development of Hydraulic components- Cylinders, hydrostatic steering unit’s components, Alternate source development.
- Spearheaded development of Hydraulic system parts (Hydraulic steering Unit, Cylinders & steering columns).
Apprentice Trainee
Automotive Axle limited
07.2004 - 07.2005
Education
B.E - Mechanical
Sri. Jayachamarajendra college
MysoreDiploma - Mechanical
J.S.S College
MysoreSkills
- Supply chain management
- Supplier performance
- Inventory optimization
- Cost analysis
- Sourcing strategies
- Project management
Certification
- Lean Practitioner & Six Sigma Green Belt
- Certified Internal auditor ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OSHAS 18001:2007
- Specialist Lead Auditor APAC Region- New Supplier Evaluation
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing cricket
- Chess
- Volleyball
- Shuttle
- Reading Books
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Coorgi
- Tamil
- Malayalam
Notable Highlights
- Optimized supplier base for national distribution with cost reduction of 13%.
- Realized cost savings of 5% in Hyd and 8.7% in EE.
- Extra Mile in development Asphalt compactor collaborative working., 07/01/15
- Extra Mile in taking the lead and development of 3 specific excavator upper frame part., 03/01/13
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Z6626903
- Date of Birth: 02/08/81
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Supply Planning and DIM Manager-SML
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
05.2024 - Current
Senior Manager- Logistics Purchasing APAC
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
04.2018 - 05.2024
Commodity Manager: - Hydraulic / E&E
Volvo Construction Equipment
04.2016 - 03.2018
Deputy Manager: - Project Purchasing
Volvo Construction Equipment
04.2013 - 03.2016
Assistant Manager: - Plant Purchasing
Volvo Construction Equipment
08.2011 - 03.2013
Senior Executive: - NPD & Material Management
Rane (Madras) Limited
07.2005 - 07.2011
Apprentice Trainee
Automotive Axle limited
07.2004 - 07.2005
B.E - Mechanical
Sri. Jayachamarajendra college
Diploma - Mechanical
J.S.S College
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