Nimit Kumar

About Nimit Kumar

With over 14 years of experience in supply chain management, I am a strategic and results-driven leader specializing in procurement transformation, operational excellence, and end-to-end supply chain solutions. My background spans industries such as aerospace and FMCG, with a strong foundation in driving scalable impact through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making.Currently, I serve as the Supply Chain and Procurement Strategy Leader at Honda Aircraft Company, where I lead direct procurement operations and transformation initiatives. I manage a high-performing team of Project Managers and Strategic Buyers, driving sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and strategic alignment with the company’s innovation and growth goals.Previously, as Senior Manager at Genpact US LLC, I led shared service operations for global FMCG clients, delivering customized solutions in supply planning, forecasting, inventory optimization, and logistics. I partnered closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to design and implement business processes that enhanced quality, service, and cost efficiency.I hold an MBA in Operations, an APICS certification, and am proficient in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. I am passionate about enabling teams to deliver measurable business outcomes and driving continuous improvement in every aspect of the supply chain.

Experience

1. Supply Chain and Procurement Strategy Leader

   Honda Aircraft Company

   Mar 2025 — Present · Greensboro, NC, US

   Leading the transformation and operations of direct procurement at Honda Aircraft Company. Responsible for strategic planning, supplier engagement, and operational excellence across the supply chain function.Key responsibilities include- Driving procurement transformation initiatives aligned with company growth and innovation goals- Managing a high-performing team of four Project Managers and five Strategic Buyers- Enhancing sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration- Leading initiatives to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve supply chain agility- Partnering with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration across procurement functions.

Education

• Manipal Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial and Production Engineering

• SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

  MBA, Operations

  2009 — 2011