Nirmalkumar R
Project manager
Thuraiyur
Summary
Collaborative leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining internal operations and leveraging supply chain functions to promote organizational efficiency and generating exceptional value to Customers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Manager - Program Management
Larsen & Toubro Limited
01.2020 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple aerospace projects (10+ projects) simultaneously using industry's best project management practices and tools.
- Handled some of the mission critical launch vehicle structures for ISRO, and driven the project execution to meet challenging customer expectations
- Managed multiple suppliers (15 nos) who are currently engaged in precision manufacturing and component integration activities.
- Lead and mentored junior team members (Team of 3) in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Involved in various digitalisation and process automation activities related to project and supply chain functions. Automated the data capturing methodology from all across project's value chain to capture real time cost and time using PowerBI, for better decision making.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Trained as one of an Internal Auditor for ISO9001: 2015 and AS9100 QMS standards. Currently functioning as an audit representative of entire project management function.
Assistant Manager - Supply Chain Management
Larsen & Toubro Limited
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Involved in Supply Chain and Subcontract management activities for new construction ships and repair ships during this tenure
- Functioned as one of a Super Buyer; Successfully handled Purchase orders and work certification data of more than 50+ Subcontractors; Handled purchase orders worth 50+ crores during this tenure; Co-ordinated with various vendors across multiple locations in India
- Lead a team of 5 contract executives for data entry, processing and data management of more than 50 subcontract vendors
- Driven the Digitalization and Process automation initiatives related to online work certification, payment monitoring and vendor performance rating processes; Won digital champion award for successful implementation of various process automation initiatives
- Received greater exposure on Organization's end-to-end ERP processes and mastered various data management & utility software like MS office and PowerBI due to greater collaboration with developers during this tenure
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Limited
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Handled Production planning and supervision roles during this tenure
- Planned and supervised Ship's outer hull fabrication and repair activities of Interceptor boats (from Indian Coast Guard); Handled some critical Hull and Outfit repair works in INS Jyoth (One of the largest tanker vessels of Indian Navy);
- Supervised and managed 20+ subcontract working persons during this fabrication activities.
- Extensively involved in a process improvement initiative to reduce structural distortion during aluminum welding process in interceptor boat hull fabrication
Graduate Engineering Trainee
Larsen & Toubro Limited
07.2014 - 06.2015
- Assisted Project manager in timely completion of Warranty repair and refit works of High speed Interceptor boat projects.
- Co-ordinated with Customer and Cross functional teams seamlessly in getting timely work clearances (Welding, painting and pressure testing) and organizing vessel safety committee meetings to ensured the timely completion of planned activities
- Studied and leaned vastly on Functioning of Ships, Ship construction and its mechanical systems, customer management during this tenure
Education
BE - Mechanical Engineering -
PSG College of Technology
Coimbatore, India 07.2010 - 05.2014
HSSC -
Sowdambika Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Thuraiyur, Trichy Dt2010
SSLC -
Sowdambika Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Thuraiyur, Trichy2008
Skills
Supplier Management (Global & Local)
Team Leadership and Mentorship
ERP processes and Data analytics
Strong computer skills (MS Office, MS Access, Power BI)
Sheet metal fabrication and Precision machining
Composite Manufacturing techniques
ISO9001:2015 QMS Standards
Cross-functional collaboration
Team building
Negotiation
Good communication and Presentation skills
Certification
Harvard ManageMentor - E-learning Management Course, 10/2017, 08/2018, 11 month certification course
Honours Awards
- Awarded with "Digital Champion" Trophy for driving digitalization initiatives in Supply chain function towards Organization's Digitalization goal in 2018
- 2nd Best managed project award across our production unit in 2024
Hobbies
Reading books, watching football and cricket, Travelling
Timeline
Manager - Program Management
Larsen & Toubro Limited
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Manager - Supply Chain Management
Larsen & Toubro Limited
07.2017 - 12.2019
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Limited
07.2015 - 06.2017
Graduate Engineering Trainee
Larsen & Toubro Limited
07.2014 - 06.2015
BE - Mechanical Engineering -
PSG College of Technology
07.2010 - 05.2014
HSSC -
Sowdambika Matriculation Higher Secondary School
SSLC -
Sowdambika Matriculation Higher Secondary School