
JINO VARGHESE K.A
About Candidate
Offering over 15 years of experience in Purchase Engineering and Supplier Chain Management, with expertise in inventory monitoring, material planning, procurement, supplier development, new vendor addition, vendor performance measurement, and vendor quality improvement. Skilled in implementing industry standards like 5S, ISO/TS 16949:2009, ISO 9001:2008, OHSAS-
18001, and ISO-14001 in shop floors and stores. Experienced in maintaining inventory levels, autonomous maintenance, and ensuring 100% on- time delivery to meet customer production schedules. Developed and managed the global procurement strategy and solutions including e-procurement approach, implementation and roll-out. Worked in areas of budget development and tracking, value capture assessment, reporting, communications as well as leading various corporate-wide & operations specific initiatives.
Led the design and development of regional and country-based product delivery strategies that
provided efficient and effective solutions to all Asia Pacific countries.
Drove logistics planning process for the region by developing and driving outsourcing strategies,
focusing on identification, evaluation, selection, negotiation, and management of world-class 3PL
providers on regional and country basis.
Established supply chain partnerships and forward operations centers around the world to increase
operational readiness and support worldwide.
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Key Result Areas: Continuously developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with company objectives to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Actively identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers based on stringent criteria such as cost, quality, and delivery performance to ensure optimal supply chain reliability. Continually establishing and nurturing strong relationships with key suppliers to foster long-term partnerships and ensure consistent reliability in meeting project requirements. Effectively coordinating procurement activities for specific projects, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services without compromising quality or budget constraints. Diligently conducting detailed cost analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements, employing strategies like value engineering and alternative sourcing. Continuously negotiating contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible deals for the company and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Ensuring procured materials and services meet stringent quality standards and collaborating closely with quality assurance teams to conduct thorough supplier audits and assessments. Proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain, developing robust contingency plans to address procurement challenges and ensure continuity of operations. Leading continuous evaluation and improvement of procurement processes, implementing best practices and innovative solutions to streamline activities and enhance overall effectiveness. Restructuring procurement globally by eliminating tactical work and sustaining savings and improving cash flow though longer payment terms and reducing supplier lead-times; bringing additional savings by accelerating synergies following acquisitions. Participating as a member in 5S activities, contributing to the ongoing improvement of workplace organization and efficiency.
Key Result Areas: Ensured consistent day-to-day inventory monitoring aligned with the customer firm's schedule, significantly improving stock accuracy and availability. Conducted daily tracking of materials in accordance with the production plan, leading to streamlined operations and minimal production delays. Implemented and maintained 5S activities within the stores, resulting in a highly organized and efficient working environment. Managed all incoming materials and ensured proper inwarding in SAP as per established procedures, enhancing material traceability and accountability. Monitored inventory on a daily basis per the customer’s firm schedule, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing excess inventory costs. Released schedules to suppliers in line with customer demands, maintaining a seamless supply chain. Coordinated the implementation of ISO/TS 16949:2009 and ISO 9001:2008 standards, achieving compliance and improving process quality. Facilitated new part development, coordinating between various departments to ensure timely and accurate production. Developed suppliers and added new vendors, expanding the supply base and enhancing procurement options. Measured and evaluated vendor performance, driving quality improvement initiatives for component suppliers. Planned and procured materials efficiently, ensuring timely availability to meet production requirements. Maintained inventory levels, balancing supply with demand to optimize storage costs and resource utilization. Evaluated vendor performance and drove continuous quality improvement efforts, enhancing the overall supply chain reliability. Informed the Marketing department of potential delivery failures and issues, ensuring proactive communication and mitigation strategies. Achieved 100% on-time delivery to meet customer production schedules, bolstering customer satisfaction and loyalty. Actively participated in autonomous maintenance, ensuring equipment reliability and reducing downtime. Contributed as a member of 5S and Kanban activities, promoting lean manufacturing principles and efficient workflow management.