Prithvi Krishna Chirala

· Directed and motivated a team of 25 professionals in the Sourcing and Order Management department, resulting in a 15% increase in daily order processing efficiency.

· Developed and executed comprehensive sourcing strategies to optimize supplier selection and negotiation of products and services related to peripherals, resulting in cost savings.

· Achieved a 20% reduction in order processing time by introducing automation and streamlining workflows, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy by using internal tools.

· Collaborated cross-functionally with Sales Support, Purchasing, Vendor Management, and Logistics teams ensuring a 98% on-time order fulfillment rate.

· Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and conditions, leading to improved supplier performance.

· Implemented vendor evaluation criteria to assess supplier performance and identify areas for improvement.

· Developed and presented reports to senior management highlighting key performance indicators and recommending strategic improvements.

· Specialist at GSK SAP modules MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), and WM (Warehouse Management) using Incident Management system,

· Responsibilities included efficiently handling incident tickets raised by GSK plant users, which encompassed a wide range of tasks such as involved making changes to existing BOMs, creating new ones, or implementing minor adjustment in Recipes, Bills of Materials (BOMs), Control Cycles, Packaging etc.

· Played a key role in ensuring the integrity of SAP data and the accuracy of manufacturing processes within the plant.

· Prioritized minimizing system downtime and disruptions to maintain the efficiency of core business processes.

· As an Aftermarket Buyer at Jaguar Land Rover, managed the procurement process by initiating Requests for Quotation (RFQs) from suppliers and meticulously validating commercial terms within quotations.

· Procured raw materials, components, and parts for Aftermarket ensuring a reliable supply chain to meet production schedules.

· Efficiently source and procure replacement parts and components for aftermarket distribution, ensuring timely availability while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

· Skillfully negotiated with suppliers, adhering to established guardrails such as Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ), pricing, and lead times, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisitions.

· Diligently involved in identifying alternative suppliers, liaising with OEM suppliers, and successfully onboarding new suppliers to ensure uninterrupted business operations

· Assumed responsibility for approving and submitting procurement requests for further approvals, overseeing the entire procurement lifecycle, and ensuring timely delivery of parts to the warehouse.

· Utilize historical data and demand forecasting tools to accurately predict future demand for aftermarket products and plan procurement accordingly.

· Collaborated closely with the Engineering team to address part design updates, part super-sessions, and parts which are not in service, as well as managing processes like Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Part Submission Warrant (PSW. Quality Control, Supplier Quality Management and Inspection).

· Efficient logistics packing can lead to cost savings through reduced material usage, lower transportation costs, and minimized warehousing expenses.

· By optimizing packing, Volkswagen can make the most out of available storage and shipping space.

· Eco-friendly packaging solutions can reduce waste and environmental impact.

· Efficient packing can streamline the supply chain, reducing lead times and ensuring on-time deliveries.

· Tailored packing solutions can be designed to meet the specific needs of different products and destinations with local Vendors.

· Led and managed multiple projects involving the design, development, and production of CFRP components for commercial and military aircraft.

· Conducted structural analyses to validate the performance and integrity of CFRP structures under various flight conditions.

· Played a pivotal role in reducing aircraft weight and improving fuel efficiency by 30% through the implementation of CFRP components in critical areas.

· Oversaw the development of technical documentation, including engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing instructions for CFRP components.

· Collaborated with procurement and supply chain teams to optimize the sourcing of CFRP materials, achieving cost savings of 20%.

· Successfully managed project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation, consistently meeting project milestones and deadlines for manufacturing other Aircraft Manufacturing.