Rahul Naidu

About Rahul Naidu

Hi i am Rahul passionate automobile enthusiast.Exposure of Green field & Brown field plant setup with proven track record of Execution & Delivering Commercial Vehicles with world class stringent quality requirements, Experienced with World class Technology Players like VOLVO, Eicher & Cummins engine.Expertise & Scholar (SRF):#Exposure of EV (Electric Vehicles) from concept to proto build stage.#Goal for Environmental Sustainability with Green Technology and Zero Carbon footprint #Research Scholar in Additive Manufacturing.#Talks about Global warming,Green Technology #Sustainability Professional Exposure:Sales & Marketing Business Development Supply chain| Purchase| Operations | Process Engineering |MES,Industrial & Technology strategy | Industry 4.0 | Industrial Relationship | Green Field/ Brown field projects*Proto Parts Development of Mechanical Proprietary, Sheet Metals, Casting and Forging Technology *Expertise in Costing & Tool development *Internal auditor for ISO /TS16949*Project leader for production new line expansion and setup*Project leader from production for next generation product *Manufacturing Engineering Lead for Setup of Green Field project of VECV at Bhopal *Member of American society for quality*Six-Sigma green belt* 1st Prize winner in Technical Symposium National level.* 1st Prize winner in Scientific Paper Presentation.* 2nd Prize winner in International Conference for Sustainability.*National Level participant in technical symposium*National Level participant in AIMA*Technical expert on BSVI commercial vehicles phase1 & phase2*Industry 4.0 implantation*Automobile Expert in Commercial vehicle -Expert in Vehicle/Engine/BSVI/Automotive Electrical system*New Product Introduction and product life cycle management*Electrical Vehicle

Experience

1. Section Head Proto & Mechanical Proprietary Parts Development -purchase Supply Chain Management

   Ve Commercial Vehicles Ltd

   Apr 2022 — Present · Indore, IN

   Role Overview: Lead strategic sourcing and procurement for commercial vehicle components, focusing on quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery.Key Responsibilities- Vendor Development: Identify, evaluate, and develop a robust supplier base; maintain strong, collaborative partnerships- Negotiation & Contracting: Drive cost savings through effective negotiation and manage contract terms for minimized risks- Cost Analysis & Optimization:Conduct thorough cost analysis and identify areas for cost reduction without quality compromise- APQP & PPAP Management:Ensure Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval Process standards are consistently met- Proto Parts & Mechanical Proprietary Development: Oversee the development and procurement of prototype parts and proprietary mechanical items- Project Management: Lead procurement projects from initiation through completion; ensure on-time, quality deliveries aligned with business goals- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate closely with R&D, quality, and engineering teams to align procurement with product specifications and company objectives- Expertise in negotiation, vendor management, project management, and cost analysis.

Education

• Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

  Master of Technology - MTech

• St. Peter's School shillong

  Psm

Skills

• Fmea
• Quality Management
• Negotiation
• Apqp
• Six Sigma
• Quality Auditing
• Process Simulation
• Automotive
• Spc
• Automation
• Ts16949
• Bottom Line Growth
• Layout
• Process Improvement
• Cost Management
• Vsm
• 7 Qc Tools
• Manufacturing
• Sap
• Change Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Leadership
• Assembly Lines
• Problem Solving
• Ppap