Ankush Kumar
Deputy Manager - Global Sourcing & ODM Management -|Project Lead/Development| @Panasonic |Expertise in Export/OEM|Business manag. |Team Management | R&D I QA | ( Ex LG Electronics )(Ex-Haier )|
- Role
- Deputy Manager Global Sourcing & Odm Manegment at Panasonic India
- Location
- Gurugram, HR, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ankush Kumar
Seasoned professional with 9+ years of diverse experience in the home appliances industry, Industrial categories and consumer electronics with a dual specialization in New Product Development (NPI) and Global Sourcing & Supplier Management. Skilled in leading cross-functional initiatives from concept to execution, managing end-to-end supply chains, Project Management and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, cost-effective products for domestic, export, and OEM markets. Expertise Includes- Global sourcing strategy development and execution across SAARC, Middle East, and key international regions- Strategic management of CM/ODM/OEM partnerships, including vendor scouting, onboarding, and performance reviews (KPI/SLA)- New product development for 100+ models in the home appliance category, with full certification for GCC and MENA markets- Cost innovation and value engineering programs—delivering ₹10 Cr+ annual savings-Deep exposure to P&L planning, vendor development, BOM management, and competitor benchmarking-Strong collaboration with R&D, Quality, and Marketing to meet go-to-market timelines and compliance standards Key Achievements- Led global outsourcing initiatives for top OEM and export partners- Delivered consistent year-on-year cost savings through strategic sourcing and manufacturing optimization- Successfully managed product certifications for UAE, Saudi, Oman, Bahrain, and MENA based on international standardsCore Competencies:Strategic Sourcing | OEM/ODM/EMS Management | Product Development | Vendor Management | Cost Optimization | Global Supply Chain | Regulatory Compliance | Quality Assurance | Cross-Functional Leadership | Project Management
Experience
Deputy Manager Global Sourcing & Odm Manegment
Mar 2025 — Present · Gurugram, IN
Global Sourcing & Supplier Management | OEM/ODM Strategy | Home Appliances & ElectronicsExperienced sourcing professional with a strong track record in developing and executing global sourcing strategies, managing ODM/OEM partnerships, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, cost-effective products. Skilled in supplier scouting, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and managing end-to-end supply chain operations across SAARC, Middle East, and other key regions. Key Highlights- Lead global outsourcing initiatives (CM/ODM/OEM) for Home Appliances & RAC/CAC categories- Develop and implement supplier strategies aligned with business, cost, and regional objectives- Manage supplier relationships, performance metrics (KPI/SLA), audits, and contract negotiations- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Marketing for product development and launch- Drive cost-reduction, value engineering, and risk mitigation initiatives- Ensure regulatory compliance and quality standards across the supplier network- Track market trends and innovations to gain competitive sourcing advantages.Core Competencies:Strategic Sourcing | Global Supply Chain | Vendor Management | OEM/ODM/EMS | Cost & Risk Management | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Contract Negotiation | Project Leadership
Education
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
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