Kaleeswaran S M

About Kaleeswaran S M

With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in procurement, supply chain management, and logistics optimization across diverse industries. My current role as Supply Chain Manager at McWane India focuses on sourcing, inventory management, and creating procurement strategies for propane/butane cylinder production. I oversee vendor negotiations, supply chain risk mitigation, and performance monitoring to ensure operational alignment with company objectives. My expertise includes managing commercial contracts, coordinating CAPEX procurement, and implementing cost-containment measures for direct and indirect categories. I am driven by a commitment to aligning supply chain strategies with organizational goals, leveraging my skills in purchasing and vendor development to drive value and efficiency.

Experience

1. Supply Chain Manager

   McWane India Private Limited

   Aug 2022 — Present

   Direct a commercial team overseeing sourcing, inventory management, and logistics for a new plant producing propane/butane cylinders, fire extinguisher parts, and couplings.• Formulate procurement strategies aligned with company objectives; monitor performance and mitigate supply chain risks.• Negotiate supplier terms, manage vendor relationships, and implement cost-containment measures for direct and indirect categories.• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to forecast inventory needs and ensure timely availability of materials.• Review supplier performance against KPIs in areas of cost, quality, and on-time delivery; qualify new suppliers as needed.• Oversee CAPEX procurement, contract management, and compliance documentation.• Develop policies and processes to streamline supply chain activities, focusing on safety, quality, and operational efficiency.Key Achievements• Optimized purchasing cycles through consolidated shipments and improved vendor terms, reducing lead times.• Strengthened strategic partnerships with critical suppliers, improving cost visibility and minimizing disruptions.

Education

• Annamalai University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Operations Management and Supervision

  2006

• V.S.V.N. Polytechnic

  High School Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

  1999

• Pondicherry University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering

  1999 — 2002