Procurement
Suresh Kumar Devarajan
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic Deputy General Manager at Schneider Electric, excelling in product development and supply chain management. Proven track record in contract negotiation and risk assessment, achieving significant cost reductions. Skilled in supplier selection and collaboration, driving successful launches of innovative products while fostering cross-functional teamwork.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Manager In Purchasing
Schneider Electric
Bengaluru
11.2014 - Current
- Managed new product development for finished goods and components.
- Provided insights to project managers on product make/buy decisions.
- Evaluated and selected suppliers in collaboration with commodity teams.
- Developed negotiation strategies, objectives, and plans for supplier contracts with internal stakeholders.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve cost and timeline targets.
- Assessed risks related to suppliers and mitigated potential issues.
- Negotiated master supply agreements, co-development agreements, and reseller/white labeling contracts.
- Introduced box-build strategy for brand labeling products, enhancing market reach.
Hyderabad Plant Purchasing Manager
Schneider Electric Private limited
Hyderabad
09.2010 - 11.2014
- Managed QCD for all commodities to ensure quality, cost, and delivery standards.
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation and negotiation strategies.
- Achieved five percent year-over-year productivity improvement on DVC cost via effective negotiation and COS.
- Developed and executed purchasing strategy for finished goods within assigned business line.
- Analyzed OEM market trends to inform supplier selection and contract negotiation processes.
- Conducted business reviews with supplier partners to align performance with business metrics.
- Collaborated with marketing team to explore opportunities in new geographic markets.
Supplier Quality Manager
Schneider Electric
Hyderabad
11.2008 - 09.2010
- Oversaw quality assurance for machining, plating, plastics, and SM parts with a team of two engineers.
- Led initiatives for new developments, localization, and resource allocation in parts and processes.
- Served as certified auditor for quality systems to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Planned and executed PPAP approval process for timely project delivery.
- Implemented preventive and corrective actions for parts failures using G8D methodology.
- Updated PFMEAs based on customer complaints and incoming rejections to enhance process stability.
- Conducted supplier training on PPAP, MSA, PFMEA, quality tools, SPC, SQC, and Schneider Quality Systems requirements.
Supplier Quality Engineer
Delphi Automotive Systems
Bangalore
03.2008 - 11.2008
- Executed process quality control by validating stability and ensuring compliance.
- Monitored and controlled process rejection rates to enhance operational efficiency.
- Drove corrective actions for internal and customer complaints, improving satisfaction.
- Identified requirements for mistake-proof gauges and collaborated with methods team for development.
- Facilitated quality circle activities to promote continuous improvement initiatives.
- Trained line inspectors and incoming inspectors to uphold quality standards.
- Supported manufacturing operations of steering columns, half shafts, and steering pumps in Bangalore plant.
- Contributed to automotive industry projects for major clients like Maruti, Suzuki, and FIAT.
QA Engineer
Aditya Auto Parts Pvt Ltd
10.2004 - 03.2008
- Executed vendor quality inspections, ensuring compliance with quality control standards for supplied parts.
- Conducted sampling and layout inspections while enhancing supplier quality systems.
- Drove corrective and preventive actions addressing internal and customer complaints.
- Eliminated incoming rejections through process improvements and mistake-proof checkpoints.
- Monitored monthly quality performance and reported findings to top management.
- Collaborated with Aditya Auto Group companies, manufacturing automotive ancillaries for major clients including ArvinMeritor-USA, Volvo, and Tata.
QA Engineer
Fine Components Pvt Ltd
08.2002 - 10.2004
- Prepared control plans in accordance with process specifications for development components.
- Studied customer drawings, identified checkpoints, and noted special requirements.
- Developed inspection layouts and preparation plans for new products.
- Managed incoming inspections, addressing customer quality complaints, and documenting PPAP for new developments.
Education
Advance Diploma in Operational Management - Business Management
IGNOU
New Delhi01.2010
BBA -
Annamalai University
Chidambaram01.2006
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
S.M.A. Polytechnic
Dharmapuri04.2001
Skills
- Product development
- Supply chain management
- Contract negotiation
- Risk assessment
- Supplier selection
- Cost reduction strategies
Accomplishments
- 2023, The Sustainable Grade Plastics initiative was recognized with a CPO award.
- 2020, Successfully launched BMS (Fire & Safety) Brand labelling Project in Bangalore R&D Center.
- 2018, Successfully launched all parts in OCP for Vision Project (MV Breaker) in Bangalore R&D Center.
- 2014, 10% Cost reduced on DVC to Improve gross margin on XB7 offer in Hyderabad Plant.
- 2012, Localized Critical assembly for MV product & 48% Savings achieved in Hyderabad Plant.
- 2012, Successful completion of localization of critical parts for Increase Capacity in Hyderabad Plant.
- 2011, Positive attitude & behavior - demonstrated at workplace in Hyderabad Plant.
Languages
- English
- Tamil
- Kannada
- Hindi
- Telugu
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Mr. N.Devarajan
- Date of Birth: 07/30/81
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Certification
Procurement Acadamy
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Work Availability
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Interests
Vendor Deveolpment
Timeline
Deputy General Manager In Purchasing
Schneider Electric
11.2014 - Current
Hyderabad Plant Purchasing Manager
Schneider Electric Private limited
09.2010 - 11.2014
Supplier Quality Manager
Schneider Electric
11.2008 - 09.2010
Supplier Quality Engineer
Delphi Automotive Systems
03.2008 - 11.2008
QA Engineer
Aditya Auto Parts Pvt Ltd
10.2004 - 03.2008
QA Engineer
Fine Components Pvt Ltd
08.2002 - 10.2004
Advance Diploma in Operational Management - Business Management
IGNOU
BBA -
Annamalai University
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
S.M.A. Polytechnic