Ramanan Mayilnathan
Procurement Lead
Chennai,TN
Summary
Strategic procurement lead with 12+ years of experience driving CAPEX transformation across automotive and EV sectors. Expert in capital equipment sourcing, OPEX management, vendor development, contract negotiation, and end-to-end procurement, with hands-on ownership of both Direct and Indirect materials in EV. Cost savings, building global supplier ecosystems, and leading large-scale programs including Automotive and EV manufacturing projects. Proven ability to align procurement strategy with business growth, operational excellence, and cost leadership.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Team Lead
OLA Cell & Electric Technologies Pvt Ltd
12.2022 - Current
- Joined as Assistant Manager (Dec 2022) and promoted to Manager (Jan 2024) and now leading Indirect procurement for Battery Innovation Centre (R&D), Future Factory (EV 2 wheeler), and OLA Cell Technologies (Gigafactory).
- Directed end-to-end procurement lifecycle including spec finalization, RFQ release, supplier evaluation, techno-commercial negotiations, and contract finalization in alignment with Engineering & Project teams.
- Established and managed a robust supplier ecosystem (global & domestic) based on capability, quality, cost, and reliability benchmarks.
- Governed tender evaluation, compliance (legal & INCOTERMS), and stakeholder approvals, ensuring value for money, quality, and audit readiness.
- Led import procurement, logistics coordination, and supply chain risk management, including supplier expediting and on-site reviews to ensure milestone adherence.
- Delivered procurement for advanced battery & Gigafactory infrastructure (1.4 GWh with 5 GWh expansion roadmap) including lab equipment, electrochemical systems, calendering, slitting, autowinding, testing systems, and cleanroom-related facilities.
Senior Engineer
Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India
09.2015 - 01.2021
- Managed end-to-end CAPEX procurement lifecycle including requirement analysis, supplier identification, funding approvals, techno-commercial negotiations, and execution in coordination with technical teams.
- Played a key role in XBA (Kwid) & I2 (RediGo) projects, driving localization and component optimization across paint shop, heat treatment, and powertrain, exceeding cost-saving targets.
- Promoted to Senior Engineer (2018) with expanded ownership of Metrology, Utilities, and Engine Testing & Certification for platforms including Triber (RBC), Kicks (HBC), and Magnite (PY1B).
- Led procurement as Project Lead for RE0 EV gearbox manufacturing setup, ensuring cross-functional alignment and timely project delivery.
- Contributed to successful BS6 engine testing contracts and certification, supporting regulatory compliance across Renault Nissan programs.
- Delivered consistent 15–18% cost savings while supporting multiple vehicle platforms (Kwid, RediGo, Triber, Kicks, Magnite, EV) across JV entities (RNTBCI, RIPL, RNAIPL, NMIPL).
Senior Engineer
Simpson & Co. Ltd, Chennai
09.2011 - 09.2015
- Accelerated progression from GET to Senior Engineer by delivering consistent results in CAPEX procurement, strategic sourcing, and project execution for clients Tafe | Cummins | Eicher.
- Led end-to-end CAPEX lifecycle—planning, RFQ, techno-commercial evaluation, negotiations, and commissioning—ensuring cost optimization, quality compliance, and on-time delivery through cross-functional leadership.
- Delivered multiple brownfield CAPEX projects across Sembiam & Anna Salai plants, including factory upgrades, line accommodation (SC213), and end-to-end infrastructure enhancement.
- Led procurement and commissioning of critical production & testing equipment such as HMC,VMC,LTM ,SPM, Paint booth and engine testing cell.
- Executed advanced facility setups including clean room (SJV3), R&D testing cells, and full factory equipment deployment, ensuring seamless integration with engineering services.
Education
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Magna Engineering College
Tamil Nadu01-2011
HSC -
Eve Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai, India04-2007
SSLC -
Eve Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai, India04-2005
Skills
Requirement Analysis
Value Addition Engineering
Techno commercial governance
Strategic Sourcing
Global procurement
Teamwork and collaboration
Supplier strategy & Development
Price negotiation
Risk & Compliance Management
Market analysis
Cost analysis
Contract & Negotiation Excellence
Problem-solving
Cross-functional Leadership
Accomplishments
- Lead CAPEX procurement strategy for Gigafactory (5 GWh).
- Owned and governed 655+ Cr CAPEX portfolio across multi-entity operations.
- Delivered sustainable 15–18% cost savings through localization and strategic negotiations.
- Built and managed global supplier network ensuring scalability, quality, and risk mitigation.
- Led cross-functional teams (Engineering, Projects, Finance) to deliver complex programs on time.
Timeline
Team Lead
OLA Cell & Electric Technologies Pvt Ltd
12.2022 - Current
Senior Engineer
Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India
09.2015 - 01.2021
Senior Engineer
Simpson & Co. Ltd, Chennai
09.2011 - 09.2015
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Magna Engineering College
HSC -
Eve Matriculation Higher Secondary School
SSLC -
Eve Matriculation Higher Secondary School