Vasudevan Eachur
Chennai
Summary
A distinguished 22 years of Global Procurement career, delivering business growth and operating profit improvements through consistently creating value through strategic initiatives , Innovation ,effective change management and relentless execution in strategic sourcing , Logistics and supply chain in Asia Pacific region.
A people's person , who has built and managed high performing & accountable teams with deep expertise in international and multi-cultural environments.
Possesses a strong knowledge about purchasing business, extended supply chain and sales & operation planning. Demonstrated ability to gain business cooperation in a cross functional environment by managing action plans within complex situations.
Tamil mother language. Proficient in English, Hindi , Telugu, Kannada along with German ( Entry level certified ).
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Category Procurement Manager
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2018.10 - Current
- Managing $140M spend for India & Indonesia - Tailored category ( Fab, Non Metallic, Wiring Harness & Cab Structures )
- Accountable for development, communication, and implementation of RIOP sourcing strategy for Mining Trucks & HMS products along with Factory Managed Parts - New Product Introduction (NPI), Continuous Product Improvement (CPI), New Source Introduction (NSI)
- Identified and reported key performance indicators to define successful category management.
- Utilizing QCLDM supplier development and measurement tool to ensure ongoing improvement plan is in effect with key suppliers.
- Manage Supplier strategy and supplier relationship - performance management for -focused suppliers.
- Fostered positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating collaboratively with Internal customers.
- Partnered with buyers to develop category-appropriate order frequency for spend under management.
- Reduced business risk by improving contract coverage for suppliers in spend category.
- Mitigated business risk and improved customer lead times through thoughtful supplier network design.
- Developing team , offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
South East Asia & India Category Manager - Hydraulic Components
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2016.01 - 2018.09
- Managing $ 87.2 M spend with supply base of 100+ for Hydraulics Components
- Leading Global Hydraulics Cylinder strategy for Surface & Underground Mining Machines
- Additional Responsible and Accountable for Europe & UK for Hydraulic cylinders business
- Responsible as Team Leader Managing Matrix of “People, Quality, Velocity & Cost “ for Category with 15 People reporting ( Buyers & Process control Engineers ) – Mexico / China / US / India & Japan
- Certified 6 Sigma Black Belt from CAT University with realized $ 11 million cost reduction
- Successful completion of 8 Black belt projects supporting Global requirements
- Building Long – term supplier / buyer relationship to secure supplies & technology renewal
- Exposure of Handling categories at CAT: Electrical, Non Metallica's, Heat transfer, Bearings, Tires, Rims, Hydraulics, Power trains, Fasteners, Sheet metals In Addition to Hydraulics
- Supplier development, including new source identification, evaluation, establishment, training, rate finalization, re-evaluation and periodical rating
- Prime Responsible & accountable for development, communication & implementation site, regional & worldwide sourcing strategy thro Q.C.L.D.M
- Improving Delivery performance by expanding Capacity at Supplier
- Authorizing investments at Suppliers for Meeting Capacity with 5 years tools
- Implementing TCO for Key categories & reducing plant inventories
- Setting Vendor Management Inventory process by diluting Import / Export duty factors
- Leadership for Cost management with respect to category, sourcing & logistics
- Deployment of tools & techniques of 6 Sigma & CPS in day-to-work & at supplier end
- Work on continuous improvement thro collaboration with Supplier development engineer thro QCLDM process
- Guiding & coaching purchase analyst for costing to meet cost targets with in Budget
- Successful transfer of Supply chain, maintain >95% customer satisfaction levels on delivery & Quality performance before, before, during & after transfer
- Supplier Risk Assessment
- Collaboration with Prime & Component Product Group for Best Synergy of Cost reduction implementation
- Results: Achieved Group President award for Best Cost reduction & Retail Strategy part of Leadership Development Program
- Achieved year on year cost reduction targets on (material and operational), supplier quality, delivery reliability and supplier support, implementation of Pull supply systems
- Develop Long term along with Exclusivity agreement with key suppliers
- Development of Strategic supply base, rolling out quarterly business reviews
- Supplier Performance reviews)
- Implementation of CPS & 6-Sigma tools at Suppliers to drive cost reduction projects.
6 Sigma Black
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2011.01 - 2016.03
- Lead and Completed 8 Global projects generated $12.6M enterprise savings.
- Achieved Best Black Belt Project award with project Avg project completion rate - 96 days
- Implemented New Exclusive Manufacturing Line for Hydraulics Mining Cylinders for capacity Expansion from 30 machines to 90 Machines per month.
Buyer / Supplier Development Engineer
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2007.09 - 2011.01
- Managing spend of $36M for Large Engines / Mining Trucks / BCP products for India
- Supplier Development Engineer - Electrical components / Harness / Alternators & Non Metallic : Supporting Multiple NPI / NSI Engine programs for Genset package / C34 Engines etc.
- Moved as Category Buyer - Tires / Rims / Tubes & Fasteners - Achieved $6 Million savings by Localizing Bias Tires with MRF & Good year for Backhoe Loader products
- Established Cost Model for Rims
Manager – Strategic Sourcing New product development
Ashok Leyland Ltd
2007.01 - 2007.08
- Develop components/products using APQP / PPAP methodologies
- Train suppliers to adopt APQP Methodology in part and process development
- Closely monitor corrective and Preventive actions for non-conformances thro supplier with Global 8D Principles
- Exposure of Handling categories: Castings / Machining, Forgings/ Machining
- Results: Developed 18 critical Casting & forgings for Environ Bus
- Major quality issues of casting been fixed for tipper vehicle.
Executive Manager – Purchase & Sub contracting
Flowserve Sanmar
2004.12 - 2006.12
- Subcontracting includes operations like CNC machining, copy turning, grinding, milling and turning of components
- Pricing & PO management
- Coordination for SAP R/3 implementation for MM module
- Establishing and maintaining system requirements related to QS 9000, ISO 90012000
- Co-ordinate with vendors for development of tools & fixtures and processes Prime responsible & accountable for Supplies & development
- Compliance to statutory requirements related to Government, financial and environmental
- Managing team of Schedulers (4 people)
- Co-ordination with vendors for effective utilization and manpower Co-ordination with quality for rejection analysis and corrective action
- Exposure of Handling categories: Stainless Steel bars (100 mm – 330 mm) / Machining / Brass material / Steel casting.
Sr.Engineer – Vendor development
Unknown
1999.08 - 2004.11
- Develop components/products using APQP / PPAP methodologies
- Train suppliers to adopt APQP Methodology in the part and process development
- Closely monitor the corrective and Preventive actions for non-conformances thro supplier with Global 8D Principles
- Pricing / Estimation / Negotiation
- Results: Achieved Managing Director's Award for performing the project in Annual Quality Improvement to develop & implement documents in-line with APQP requirement for machining commodity purchased for in-house requirement during 2000 – 2001
- Achieved 6 SIGMA Green belt certification from CATERPILLAR UNIVERSITY for successful completion project on Weight reduction of raw material where excess material available for machining
- Accomplished with two promotions
- CAT recognized & Nominated to Sponsor to achieve Master Degree from BITS Pilani.
Education
Master of Science - Manufacturing Management
Birla Institute Of Technology
Pilani - Rajastan05.2002
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Bangalore
Bangalore07.1997
Skills
- Strategic sourcing and procurement
- Supplier relationship management
- Contract negotiation
- Demand forecasting
- Inventory management
- Lean manufacturing principles
- 6 Sigma Certified
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Supplier consolidation strategy
- Supplier performance evaluation
- Long-term contract negotiation
- Cost reduction strategies
- Supply chain management
- Risk management in procurement
- Project management
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Knowledge of market trends and conditions
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
Languages
English
Hindi
Tamil
Telugu
Kannada
German
Hobbies And Interests
- Exploring distant lands
- Getting lost in a good book
- Capturing moments
- Feeling the music
Declaration
I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and believe, these data correctly describe my qualifications, and my experience and me.
Visa
Passport No : V1439270
Personal Information
- Notice Period: 30 days
- Date of Birth: 05/07/1975
- Nationality: Indian
Visa Availability
USA – 10 years ( Valid Until 2031 )
Certification
- LD200 - Leadership development Program - Caterpillar.
- Certified Lean Leadership - Caterpillar.Inc
- India Leadership Development Program - Caterpillar.In
Timeline
Sr Category Procurement Manager
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2018.10 - Current
South East Asia & India Category Manager - Hydraulic Components
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2016.01 - 2018.09
6 Sigma Black
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2011.01 - 2016.03
Buyer / Supplier Development Engineer
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
2007.09 - 2011.01
Manager – Strategic Sourcing New product development
Ashok Leyland Ltd
2007.01 - 2007.08
Executive Manager – Purchase & Sub contracting
Flowserve Sanmar
2004.12 - 2006.12
Sr.Engineer – Vendor development
Unknown
1999.08 - 2004.11
Master of Science - Manufacturing Management
Birla Institute Of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Bangalore
- LD200 - Leadership development Program - Caterpillar.
- Certified Lean Leadership - Caterpillar.Inc
- India Leadership Development Program - Caterpillar.In
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