Prakash Singh

About Prakash Singh

B.E.(Mechanical) professional with almost 23+ years of experience in Automotive/EV Lithium ion battery pack manufacturing with rich experience into domestic & global sourcing Currently associated with Exide Energy Solutions Ltd as Head Purchase for lithium battery pack manufacturing business Defines and implementation of organisation overall sourcing strategy and leads operations that builds value-driven vendor partnerships focusing on risk management,reliability and cost effectiveness Proficiency in vendor identification and sourcing for part development with analytical assessment to strengthen effectiveness of the supply chain process Spend analysis to provide full visibility on procurement, identify saving opportunities, bench marking & data-driven strategic sourcing, align and streamline procurement processes across business units, manage risk and maverick spending to ensure compliance Cementing healthy business relations with the vendors for timely procurement of material and commercial negotiations for optimum prices. Adept at achieving the targets by working closely with the vendors for development to ensure the completion of task within the stipulated time frame for new and existing models. Deft in handling Inventory & Vendors effectively with proper Man-Management. Identifying scope for cost reduction through VA-VE and global benchmarking. Diligent communicator with strong relationship building & leadership skill and multi - tasking abilities. Proven ability to translate organization vision into action, empowering them with sourcing strategies to achieve increased productivity, operational efficiency savings History of efficiently handling procurement, vendor discovery empanelment, skilful price negotiation, cost reduction by value engineering and alternative supply source. Track record of continuous development and improvement of sourcing/purchasing programs. Outstanding ability to negotiate buying decisions to maximize cost savings and expertise in contract negotiation out sourcing by understanding market dynamics and organization needs. Consistently employ an energized “can do” management style utilizing financial analysis skills, engineering knowledge, organizational abilities, vision and tenacity Recognized for strong and decisive leadership, inspiring team members to strive towards ever –higher level of achievements

Experience

1. Head of Procurement(Battery Pack)

   Exide Energy Solutions Ltd

   Apr 2022 — Present · Gandhinagar, IN

   Professional with 23+ Years of Exp. in Strategic & Global sourcingEX-Tata|MahindraIMagneti Marelli|Magna|TennecoIMahle

Education

• Institution of Mechanical Engineers

  Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

  1999 — 2002

• Institution of Mechanical Engineers

  B.E. , Mechanical Engineering

  2002 — 2005

• Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad

  Leadership skills

Skills

• Quality System
• Ppap
• Engineering
• Procurement
• Catia
• Manufacturing Operations
• Ts16949
• Automotive
• Iso
• Fmea
• Tqm
• Purchasing
• Manufacturing
• Kaizen
• Lean Manufacturing
• Apqp