R ANANDA KUMAR

• • Identified, evaluated, and approved new suppliers based on capability, quality systems, and cost competitiveness. Strengthened the vendor base to support production, localization, and new product development requirements.
  • Prepared detailed product cost workings including raw material, process, tooling, and logistics elements. Supported management in price benchmarking and cost control strategies.
  • Executed effective material planning in alignment with production schedules and inventory policies to ensure timely 100% availability of direct and indirect materials.
  • Managed import purchases including supplier coordination, LC documentation, freight forwarding, and customs clearance to ensure on-time material receipt at optimal cost.
  • Regularly reviewed supplier performance on QCD parameters and drove corrective and preventive actions to achieve consistent improvement.
  • Conducted periodic supplier audits covering quality systems, process capabilities, and compliance. Maintained supplier performance rating reports and supported continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Analyzed inventory trends to identify non-moving and slow-moving items, implementing effective measures for reduction through consumption, return, or alternate usage.
  • Monitored monthly and annual purchase values to ensure adherence to departmental budget targets. Reported variances and implemented cost control measures.
  • Collaborated with design, R&D, and production teams for sourcing and development of new components, ensuring timely vendor readiness and part approval.
  • Actively participated in cross-functional meetings with Production, Quality, Finance, and Design teams to resolve issues, align priorities, and support operational goals.
  • Oversaw inbound and outbound logistics, coordinating with transporters and clearing agents to ensure timely and cost-efficient movement of materials.
  • Ensured departmental processes and documentation adhered to ISO standards. Supported internal and external audits by maintaining compliance records and continual improvement actions.
  • Defined and tracked departmental KPIs such as supplier delivery adherence, purchase savings, and inventory turnover. Implemented initiatives to achieve targets.
  • Prepared and published monthly MIS reports highlighting material cost trends, supplier performance, savings achieved, and key departmental metrics for top management review.

• Identified, evaluated, and on boarded new vendors based on technical capability, quality systems, cost competitiveness, and delivery performance to strengthen the supply base.
• Monitored and analyzed supplier delivery schedules, ensuring timely material supply as per production requirements. Implemented corrective measures for delays and performance issues.
• Conducted supplier audits in coordination with the Quality and Engineering teams to evaluate manufacturing processes, quality control systems, and adherence to standards.
• Supported suppliers in implementing corrective and preventive actions for continual improvement.
• Drove cost reduction through value engineering, alternate sourcing, and process optimization. Achieved measurable savings while maintaining product quality and reliability.
• Led commercial negotiations with suppliers to finalize cost structures, payment terms, and delivery schedules, ensuring mutual benefit and sustained business relationships.
• Monitored stock levels of all direct materials to ensure uninterrupted production flow and 100% material availability. Coordinated with stores and suppliers to prevent shortages.
• Established and maintained minimum stock levels for key materials to balance inventory holding cost with production continuity and supply reliability.

• • Prepared and released Purchase Orders (PO) in the ERP/system based on material requirements and approved indents, ensuring accuracy in specifications, quantities, and pricing.
  • Developed and released delivery schedules to suppliers in alignment with production plans and lead times to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
  • Regularly followed up with suppliers to ensure timely dispatch and 100% material availability at the plant to meet production targets.
  • Tracked and evaluated supplier performance in terms of on-time delivery, quality, and responsiveness. Highlighted deviations and initiated corrective actions to maintain high reliability.
  • Engaged in commercial discussions with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and favorable terms, contributing to overall cost reduction.
  • Coordinated inbound logistics activities, including arranging transport and tracking shipments to ensure timely and cost-effective material receipt.
  • Actively participated in daily review meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss material status, shortages, and supplier issues, ensuring alignment with production needs.
  • Monitored critical and fast-moving production part inventories, identifying potential shortages and coordinating timely replenishment with suppliers.
  • Supported cost-saving initiatives through vendor development, process optimization, and reduction of scrap generation in the supply chain.

• Prepared and verified Goods Receipt Notes (GRN) in the ERP/system to ensure accurate recording of all incoming materials. Verified supplier documents against purchase orders and delivery challans.
• Conducted regular physical stock counts to reconcile with system records and ensure inventory accuracy. Reported discrepancies and implemented corrective actions.
• Ensured proper storage of materials following PEEP (Place for Everything and Everything in Place) methodology to maintain organized, accessible, and safe material storage.
• Followed FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principle for issuing materials to production to maintain inventory freshness and prevent material aging or obsolescence.
• Monitored daily inventory reports and published a list of low-stock and critical items to the purchase team for timely replenishment.
• Coordinated with the purchase and production teams to ensure 100% material availability, preventing line stoppages or production delays.
• Maintained 5S within the store area to improve workplace efficiency, safety, and housekeeping.