Open To Work
SIVARAMAKRISHNAN IYER
Bengaluru
Summary
Global Supply Chain Leader with 16 years of experience driving demand planning, manufacturing, and inventory optimization across the semiconductor and industrial sectors. Proven track record of leading multicultural teams, managing 200M Euro quarterly businesses, and delivering strategic initiatives that enhance customer delivery, reduce costs, and enable digital transformation. Recognized for building high-performing teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and aligning supply chain operations with corporate growth objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Global Supply Chain
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES
07.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded supply chain planning for the Automotive MCU portfolio, ensuring over 95% on-time delivery across a €200M quarterly revenue business.
- Directed a global team of six (India and Malaysia), fostering collaboration and performance development through structured feedback and coaching.
- Partnered with executive leadership (Product Line Head, COO, and Finance) to present business outlooks and influence strategic decisions.
- Drove digital transformation initiatives (OITC, PPI) that streamlined customer interfaces and integrated legacy systems, saving €1.5M in inventory costs.
- Implemented the Japan Shipping Point initiative, reducing lead times for key customers, and improving revenue realization.
SENIOR MANAGER – FRONT END CAP (ATV)
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed processes for legacy Cypress products in the automotive division to align with Infineon standards.
- Built and led a team of four for front-end capacity planning.
- Directed cross-functional task forces to drive organizational change and process efficiency.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Led a team of 3 to maintain supply chain health and align metrics with evolving business strategy.
- Designed buffer stock strategies across manufacturing stages to meet lead time targets.
OPERATIONS ANALYST STAFF
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Managed capacity planning for in-house and subcontractor manufacturing, identifying bottlenecks, and improving productivity.
- Developed metrics to track supply chain performance, and drove initiatives to meet delivery goals.
OPERATIONS ANALYST SENIOR
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Analyzed BOMs and demand fulfillment engines to optimize planning.
- Collaborated with order management to align schedules with customer requirements.
OPERATIONS ANALYST 2
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
11.2012 - 06.2014
- Created processes to identify planning gaps in demand vs. supply.
- Improved system scheduling accuracy by resolving planning engine issues.
SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
ABB LTD
07.2010 - 11.2012
- Negotiated supplier contracts and coordinated supply for major infrastructure projects (Bengaluru Metro, ITC Grand Chola, ONGC, and NTPC).
MANAGEMENT TRAINEE
ABB LTD
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Contributed to the design and order handling functions across ABB Motor Factory and Turbocharging divisions.
Education
EXECUTIVE PG PROGRAMME - DATA SCIENCE
IIIT BANGALORE
Bengaluru01-2021
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
NMIMS GLOBAL ACCESS – SCHOOL FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
Bengaluru01-2019
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
SARDAR VALLABBHAI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
SURAT01-2009
Skills
- Strategic Supply Chain Management
- Global Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Change & Transformation Management
- Stakeholder Engagement (Executive & Customer)
- Cost Optimization & Revenue Growth
- Digitalization & Process Integration
- Demand Forecasting & Capacity Planning
- Inventory Management & Customer Delivery
Projects
- Led the Cypress–Spansion integration project in 2015, aligning operations and ensuring business continuity
- Directed system and process integration during IoT business acquisition, 2016
- Orchestrated Flash business integration, harmonizing planning systems, and improving forecasting accuracy
- Led the Supply planning group through multiple change management journey with new sites getting qualified, going through PCNs, managing customer expectations.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
₹6000000/yr - ₹7500000/yrTimeline
Senior Manager, Global Supply Chain
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES
07.2023 - Current
SENIOR MANAGER – FRONT END CAP (ATV)
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES
07.2022 - 07.2023
OPERATIONS MANAGER
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
07.2019 - 05.2022
OPERATIONS ANALYST STAFF
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
07.2016 - 05.2019
OPERATIONS ANALYST SENIOR
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
07.2014 - 06.2016
OPERATIONS ANALYST 2
CYPRESS SEMICONDUCTOR
11.2012 - 06.2014
SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
ABB LTD
07.2010 - 11.2012
MANAGEMENT TRAINEE
ABB LTD
07.2009 - 06.2010
EXECUTIVE PG PROGRAMME - DATA SCIENCE
IIIT BANGALORE
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
NMIMS GLOBAL ACCESS – SCHOOL FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
SARDAR VALLABBHAI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY