NIRMALRAJ G

At Thermax, worked as a Planner & Buyer for Products and Spares, and independently managed the complete Spares Division execution, handling the entire cycle from proposal to dispatch.

• Procured materials worth ₹50+ Cr/year, managing 50+ suppliers including imports.
• Achieved ₹5 Cr/year cost savings and reduced inventory by ₹60 Lakhs through strategic sourcing and inventory optimization.
• Majorly contributed to the Spares Business by stocking the right spares based on statistical analysis to meet customer demand and maximize profits.
• Developed global stockist plans to effectively support customers worldwide.
• Collaborated with sales teams to forecast demand, plan capacity, and ensure timely delivery, reducing turnaround time.
• Led a project with the McKinsey team to drive service excellence, increasing the number and value of spares orders and enhancing customer service.
• Planned and scheduled production, aligning with sales forecasts to maximize efficiency and meet delivery targets.
• Prepared client proposals for vapor absorption equipment and spares, analyzing tenders and managing risks.
• Monitored budgets, costs, and financial data, ensuring cost control and continuous improvement.

Material Planner & Buyer

• Managed material planning and procurement, primarily sourcing from Hyundai Steel, Korea, ensuring timely and accurate import of materials based on clear demand forecasting.
• Collaborated closely with the Sales team to develop accurate forecasts and aligned material planning strategies accordingly.
• Ensured the "right material at the right time in the right quantity", optimizing inventory levels while preventing shortages or overstock.
• Developed and executed material deployment plans, balancing lead times, inventory health, and demand variability.
• In case of urgent or unplanned requirements, coordinated with local major suppliers to ensure uninterrupted material supply.
• Demonstrated agility in managing both international and domestic sourcing, with a strong focus on cost efficiency, supply reliability, and compliance.

During my tenure at Hyoseong, I worked as a Production Planner supporting the supply of spare parts to major automobile manufacturers such as Hyundai, Toyota, Mahindra, and others. I was selected for an advanced training program shortly after joining and traveled to South Korea to enhance my technical and process knowledge. Following this, I played a key role in obtaining SOP certification from the government to kickstart Indian operations.

• Developed production plans, sequences, and schedules based on sales forecasts and material availability.
• Estimated man-hours and resource requirements to meet customer delivery commitments.
• Led a production team of 20 members, ensuring daily operational efficiency and timely output.
• Actively participated in resolving machine breakdowns, minimizing downtime, and maintaining productivity.
• Collaborated with quality teams to analyze customer complaints and implemented corrective actions to prevent major failures in automotive components.
• Focused on tool efficiency improvements and process optimizations to enhance overall production performance.