Thomas Raj

About Thomas Raj

I am an accomplished professional with nearly 15 years of extensive experience in the field of Commodities Management, Global Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Purchase Operations, Supplier Quality Management, Cost Optimization, Training & Development, Cross-functional Coordination and Team Management & Leadership. Currently working Global OEM projects; involved in vendor management activities like machining, special processes, heat treatment and other outsourcing activities basis project requirement. Expertise to lead strategic planning and operations, business model re-structuring, cost control and effective management of cultural & organizational diversity, resulting in new alliances to grow the business, new customer acquisitions & substantial improvement in customer experience. Proven excellence in breaking new avenues, developing businesses, driving revenue growth and proactively conducting opportunity analysis by tracking market trends & competitor moves to achieve market-share metrics. Transformed Supply Chain Management from a mere ‘Functional Role’ to more of a ‘Strategic Role’ by evolving & deploying supply chain management vision, policies, systems & processes, strategies & solutions which led to profitable and sustainable growth of the organization.

Experience

1. Assistant General Manager

   Nucon Aerospace

   Sep 2022 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Currently leveraging expertise in electronics and electromechanical actuators to enhance efficiency and innovation within the supply chain.• Led significant projects for the Indian Defense sector, demonstrating leadership and strategic planning skills in complex and critical environments.• Applying deep knowledge in electronics to optimize the procurement and management of electronic components for defense-related projects.• Establishing a framework of quality standards, procedures & systems and ensuring smooth implementation of same at supplier’s end• Ensuring compliance to overall procurement strategy (CAPEX & OPEX)• Promoting cost reduction through negotiations, localization, inventory optimization, vendor base consolidation, second source development, and value engineering & value analysis activities• Leading & mentoring the procurement team to maximize performance; creating & building team environment; providing direction, knowledge and support• Evaluating, controlling & managing vendor performance and reporting on same

Education

• Hindustan College of Engineering, Chennai

  Bachelor's degree, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology

  2006 — 2009

• Scad polytechnic College, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu

  Diploma in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

  2003 — 2006

• Our lady of good counsel high school, Mumbai

  SSC, HIGH SCHOOL/SECONDARY DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES

  1990 — 2001

• The ICFAI University, Tripura

  Masters degree, International Business

  2012 — 2014

• Wilson College Chowpatty Mumbai 400 007

  HSC, High School/Secondary Certificate Programs

  2001 — 2003