Vembu Pavanasam

• Managing a team of 5, Responsible for procuring parts, forecasting inventory requirements, assessing risk, and daily operation in receiving parts at Depots from 200+ North American Suppliers.
• Supported critical supplier risk assessment & management review for the team
• Achieved significant improvements in team metrics including Fill Rate, reduced Past due and Backorder, and accurate reporting
• Support establishment and Transition of overseas procurement jobs from US to India for North America - Ford Customer Service Division
• Transitioned and defined process to Maintain inventory at all 21 depots across North America by procuring parts across the Globe (US, Asia Pacific, Europe etc.,)
• Provided Overview and on-the-job training for newly recruited 10+ Analysts on Procurement processes and desk procedures
• Streamlined end to end supply chain activities for Ford North America After sales Operations.
• Managed demand fluctuations for after sales and planning, aligning with supplier capacity.
• Effectively handled Service Parts supersessions while analyzing the interchanges, end of life, and obsolescence of service parts.
• Oversaw all aspects of supply chain activities for Ford North America's after-sales department
• Maintained efficient scheduling and coordination of order management for Ford U.S after sales operations
• Effectively balanced demand fluctuations for after-sales with supplier capacity.
• Managed dealer inquiries related to vehicle downtime and direct shipments from dealers
• Assisted with dealer call trackers to address catalogue queries and requirements.
• Established effective communication channels with Suppliers to ensure timely recovery of past dues and meet the market demands
• Streamlined commercial follow up and coordination efforts
• Executed efficient and timely stock transfers between depots to fulfill dealer needs
• Handled Service Parts supersessions and analyzed the service interchangeability between levels.
• Collaborated with Engineering and Product Development teams to implement level changes in service parts.

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• Managed customer interactions and organized order planning activities for export operations (Monthly & Weekly) for Domestic Nissan suppliers through EDI
• Provided support for GST migration projects, ensuring on-time clearance of all supplier deliverables.
• Supported efforts towards meeting inventory goals through participation in inventory audits at various operational locations.
• Managed System Operations for both new adoption and regular orders, ensuring accurate part file updates and the implementation of new case codes to enhance CFR.
• Handled in-house capacity allocation for export needs and managed order release for suppliers.
• Implemented efficient production and shipment planning strategies on a monthly and weekly basis for Nissan Export operations
• Handling In-house operations for Export activities & KPI (CKD & SKD Operations)
• Contributed to the success of inhouse SKD project by surpassing the milestone of transporting 2000 cars from India to Myanmar
• Managed procurement activities for Nissan Export Operations, overseeing supplier adoption EDI setup and commercial follow up and co-ordination.
• Managed demand fluctuations and planned supplier capacity to optimize efficiency of production impact on customer
• Implemented strategies to enhance supplier performance evaluation, capacity analysis, and supplier audits.
• Ensured Milk Run Adherence to optimize logistical operations and minimize delays.
• Ensured efficient monitoring of shop floor control activities including receiving, picking, packing, and vanning.
• Enhanced returnable and racks planning to meet monthly export demands.
• Made adhoc changes to export containers and system closure, handled emergency order packing and export shipments.

• Planned material requirements according to production needs and purchase order releases.
• Followed up with suppliers and analyzed their offerings to obtain the best price and ensure the right quality.
• Monitored and evaluated supplier performance.
• Directed and followed up on the procurement of both direct and indirect materials, as well as New Product Development (NPD) processes.
• Streamlined import follow-up processes and facilitated CHA coordination and clearance.
• Managed work orders and purchase agreements with all suppliers
• Efficiently managed inventory to align with stock holding policy
• Possessing working knowledge in ISO / TS 16949:2009

• Handled all aspects of billing, delivery, and retail operations for tractor dealers in assigned territory.
• Managed and executed demand generation activities resulting in increased lead conversions and successful retail closures.
• Handling of dealer sales & spares targets and inventory control for spares & lubes (Fast, Medium, Slow Moving Spares)
• Executing field demos and service camps to enhance product marketability.
• Participated in and facilitated USP tests and trials, collaborating with service and HO teams
• Appointed and trained new associate dealers and service outlets to enhance capability in DSPs through regular product and field training activities