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PRAVEEN KUMAR K V

PRAVEEN KUMAR K V

Summary

Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist | System Integration Expert | Ex-IAF Technologist

Accomplished professional with 20+ years of experience, seamlessly integrating technical expertise in defense systems with supply chain and procurement leadership. Skilled in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cost optimization, ensuring efficient procurement of electronic components, PCBs, and cable assemblies. Adept at aligning technical requirements with supply chain operations, leveraging risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and process automation to enhance operational readiness, minimize lead times, and drive efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Manager

Indian Air Force
12.2010 - Current
  • Coordinated procurement for a modern digital avionics lab, streamlining workflow efficiencies and overseeing high-end equipment acquisition.
  • Executed procurement strategies for electronic components, PCBs, and cable assemblies, ensuring cost efficiency and on-time material availability.
  • Coordinated procurement for a modern digital avionics lab, streamlining workflow efficiencies and overseeing high-end equipment acquisition.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams to align technical requirements with procurement strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with procurement policies, mitigating supply chain risks and ensuring regulatory adherence.
  • Resolved procurement and supply chain bottlenecks, ensuring continuous operations in defense and aerospace systems.
  • Optimized inventory management using IMMOLS, minimizing stock shortages while ensuring uninterrupted production and maintenance activities.

Technical Specialist

Indian AirForce
03.2005 - 12.2010
  • Managed maintenance coordination for SRE and PAR Radar systems, ensuring stable operations through effective supplier management and timely resolution of technical challenges.
  • Performed thorough root cause evaluations, strengthening system reliability through precise resolutions.
  • Identified root causes of system failures and executed corrective measures to mitigate future issues.
  • Addressed technical issues promptly, identifying root causes to prevent recurrence.

Education

MCA - Computer Science and IT

Jain University
2023

MSc - Mathematics

Madurai Kamaraj University
2016

Diploma - Electronics/Telecommunication

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
2012

BSc - Mathematics

Calicut University
2004

Skills

  • Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
  • Vendor & Supplier Management
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Contract Negotiation & Cost Reduction
  • Logistics & Inventory Management
  • Procurement Automation & Digital Transformation
  • Risk Mitigation & Compliance
  • Demand Forecasting & Supply Planning
  • Maintenance procedures
  • Radar system expertise
  • Technical problem solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Radar troubleshooting
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Time management

Certification

CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT OF STRATEGIC INSTALLATIONS

Languages

English
Hindi
Malayalam

Websites, Portfolios and Profiles

linkedin.com/in/praveen-kumar-409851167

Hobbies and Interests

  • Playing badminton
  • Cycling

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Excellence – Software Quality Assurance (2022)
  • Appreciation by Commandant (2024)

Timeline

Technical Manager

Indian Air Force
12.2010 - Current

Technical Specialist

Indian AirForce
03.2005 - 12.2010

MSc - Mathematics

Madurai Kamaraj University

Diploma - Electronics/Telecommunication

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

BSc - Mathematics

Calicut University

MCA - Computer Science and IT

Jain University

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