Shravan Kumar

About Shravan Kumar

I build high-performance manufacturing systems, develop strong teams, and deliver measurable business impact in premium automotive operations.I am a results-driven manufacturing and operations leader at BMW, with deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Launch Management, Logistics Excellence, and Integrated Management Systems. My career progression from Management Trainee to Deputy Manager reflects a consistent ability to lead change, drive continuous improvement, and scale operational excellence.I am globally certified by BMW Corporate Quality as a Co-Auditor for Quality Management Systems (QMS), responsible for ensuring robust process quality at the BMW Chennai plant. I also serve as a Lead Auditor for Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), enabling safe, sustainable, and compliant manufacturing environments.As a leader in logistics and operations strategy, I own annual business planning, material availability for premium BMW vehicle platforms, and cross-functional execution aligned to business objectives. I have spearheaded transformation initiatives recognized as Best Projects and presented to the Board of Directors, delivering strong operational and financial outcomes.By leading Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence programs, I have driven cost savings of ₹10 lakhs, achieving nearly 30% improvement over industry benchmarks. I also led the implementation of the Kitting Concept, resulting in a 20% productivity improvement and a 30% reduction in material handling time, strengthening shop-floor efficiency and throughput.I led the team that received the AGAMUS Award for Best Lean Operations (2019) at BMW Chennai and was honored with the VPS International Expert Award from Germany, recognizing global standards of operational leadership.Beyond business results, I am passionate about leadership development and knowledge sharing. I actively mentor final-year engineering and management students from Anna University, IIT, and IMI, serve as a keynote speaker at academic institutions, and act as a BMW Plant Tour Guide, showcasing world-class manufacturing and leadership practices.Focus Areas & Keywords:Manufacturing Leadership | Lean Manufacturing | Operational Excellence | Automotive Operations | Launch Management | Logistics Strategy | QMS | EMS | OHS | Cost Optimization | Continuous Improvement | People Leadership | Change Management

Experience

1. Deputy Manager Program Planning and Prdouction Control

   BMW Group

   Apr 2024 — Present · Chennai, IN

Education

• Saveetha Engineering College

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering

  2005 — 2009

• PULC TWINNING PROGRAM

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, International Business

  2013 — 2015

• Anna University Chennai

  Post graduate diploma, Industrial Safety Technology/Technician

  2009 — 2011

• IIPE Laxmi Raman Matric.Hr.Sec.School

  Higher Secondary, Maths & Computer Science

  2003 — 2005

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Html
• Budgets
• Customer Service
• English
• Photoshop
• Teaching
• Public Speaking
• Windows
• Research
• Outlook
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Word