Avinash Kumar

About Avinash Kumar

I am a proactive and achievement-oriented professional with 21 years of expertise in Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement, Prototyping, Operation Management, and Innovation within the Automotive Industry, specializing in Electric Vehicle, Heavy Commercial Vehicles & Passenger Vehicles. Demonstrated a track record of successfully identifying and cultivating potential vendors, optimizing procurement costs, and streamlining lead times.Possess advanced proficiency in Mechanical and Electrical Proprietary, Plastic, Sheet Metal, and Electric Vehicle technologies. Orchestrated exposure in leading & inspiring teams through effective leadership and management, fostering a culture of innovation and driving both incremental and disruptive innovation projects.

Experience

1. Senior Manager Purchase & Development

   Tata Motors

   Jul 2013 — Present · Lucknow, IN

   Compiling bid packages and initiating the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process• Reviewing technical specifications and collaborating with project managers and production engineers to identify optimal manufacturers/suppliers• Initiating inquiries to vendors and diligently following up to secure timely quotations• Collaborating with project engineers and suppliers to reach consensus on the technical and commercial aspects of orders• Generating and distributing Purchase Orders (PO) based on vendor selection, pricing, and specified requirements• Engaging sourcing personnel and suppliers in collaborative efforts for new product development and localization projects• Developing and implementing cutting-edge sourcing policies and procedures to drive revenue growth and optimize workflow efficiency• Identifying and cultivating potential vendors on a local and global scale to facilitate cost-effective procurement and expedite delivery timelines• Optimizing supplier capacity through process improvement initiatives and exploring alternate sourcing options to align with company policies and plans• Engaging in strategic negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, service guarantees, and foster long-term, mutually beneficial relationships• Assessing supplier core competencies and competitive positioning through comprehensive analysis and industry benchmarks• Executing supplier agreements/contracts and ensuring adherence to contractual and statutory obligations• Conducting comprehensive analysis of industry trends and technological advancements to mitigate risk and capitalize on emerging opportunities• Overseeing sourcing activities for procurement, evaluating vendor performance based on quality, delivery timeliness, and credit terms

Education

• DEI Technical College, Dayalbagh

  Diploma in mechanical Engg, Mechanical

  2001 — 2004

• Indian Institution of Industrial Engg

  Bachelor's Degree, Industrial Engineering

  2007 — 2010

• SCDL Pune

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Operations

  2011 — 2013

Skills

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Materials Management
• Negotiation
• Vehicles
• Supply Chain Management
• Automotive
• Strategic Sourcing
• Ppap
• Manufacturing
• Product Costing
• Procurement
• Team Management
• Management
• Product Development
• Kaizen
• Sourcing
• Purchasing
• Process Improvement
• 5s
• Project Planning
• Quality Assurance