Gokulakrishnan . D

[email protected] +91 9047591498 Coimbatore - 641043, Tamil Nadu, India

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

As an experienced professional, I am looking forward to a challenging and responsible position in, Supply chain/ Procurement, that will provide me with growth opportunities while at the same time, serving organizational requirements.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Engineer- Supply Chain Management
06/2024 - Present
SFO Technologies Pvt Ltd. , Kochi, Kerala
Managed RFQ (Request for Quote) processes, collaborating with the Business Development team to secure the best quotes for new projects
Evaluated and selected suppliers based on price, lead time, and product quality to ensure optimal supply chain performance
Negotiated with suppliers to reduce costs and achieve competitive pricing in the global market
Identified high-value components that impact project success and developed strategies to win orders
Sourced products in electrical, electronics, mechanical, and other engineering-related categories
Built and maintained strong relationships with global suppliers from regions including the USA, Europe, China, and other Asian countries
Implemented cost-saving strategies based on product sales and demand to maximize company profitability
Ensure the KPI’s are achieved as per the targets
Led the operational procurement team, ensuring the smooth flow of day-to-day supply chain activities
Mitigated risks related to line shortage items, ensuring parts arrived on time for on-time production
Managed procurement for OEMs in the Automotive, Industrial Equipment, Medical, and Aerospace sectors, focusing on Wiring Harness parts for customers such as Volvo, Newflyer, Bourgault, and GE
Oversaw inventory management, ensuring timely incoming materials and adjusting part orders (pull-in/push-out) based on demand and forecasting
Monitored inventory reduction and turnover, ensuring alignment with company requirements and targets
Supervised the team to maintain effective workmanship, identified bottlenecks, and provided solutions to improve processes
Supported customs filing, import documentation, and tracking of air and sea shipments
Coordinated with logistics teams and freight forwarders to ensure timely arrival of goods with proper documentation
Senior Engineer - Purchase /Supply Chain
01/2024 - 05/2024
M/s. Hydac India Pvt Ltd. , Coimbatore
Procurement for all types of Electrical and electronic commodities - Projects for Power plants
Handled procurement of parts like control panels, valves, motors, Underground Cables etc.
Assistant. Engineer - Purchase/Supply Chain
12/2020 - 01/2024
M/s. Roots Industries India Ltd. , Coimbatore
Provide support for special/new development engineering projects team in part development, costing and sourcing and delivery for Electrical, Electronics components & all necessary parts related to the project
Follow process of product ordering, supplier requisition to pay, budget authorization, etc.
Identifying vendor for product development, send RFQ’s negotiating with terms and prices & source parts as per technical requirements
Monitoring and managing inventory as per targets, issue of Purchase Orders to suppliers & followup
Monitor, assessing performance of suppliers, maintaining cost effective practices
Implementing logistics strategies, tracking goods from origin point to warehouse
Coordinate with vendor on continuous quality improvement
Analyse supply chain issues & putting alternative plans in place to meet the production time-lines
Experience and knowledge in PPAP, FMEA
Experience in procurement of Raw materials-Steel, Polymers, Electrical/Electronic components, PCB, connectors, wires/wiring Harness, switchgears, Machined products- acrylic, sheet metal, injection moulding parts, Sheet metal parts, fasteners, etc.
Basic knowledge on import of electronic parts, ISO 9001, 14001 & IATF 16949 , QMS Procedures
Knowledge on SAP -MM (ECC6) & MS office
Worked in Automotive products development , EV motors, EV electronic Board Controllers, Medical devices projects (with OEM’s like TVS, group, River Electric, MAHLE, Bosch , Shycocan , ePropelled etc.)
Engineer- Cost Estimation, Planning
02/2016 - 12/2019
M/s. Ragavendra Controls Pvt Ltd. , Coimbatore
Reviewed inquiry, tender documents, BOQs, drawings, and specifications to prepare accurate estimations and costings
Participated in the tendering process and prepared all necessary documentation for submission
Prepared detailed costings for electrical control panels, electrification work, and installation projects
Submitted quotations, bill of materials (BOM), and required documents to clients in a timely manner
Assisted in converting bids into purchase orders and supported the contract finalization process
Coordinated part availability, negotiated prices with vendors and subcontractors, and finalized pricing
Demonstrated expertise in Totally Type Tested Electrical Control Panels, adhering to IEC 61439 standards
Utilized LV switchboard estimation software (Siemens SIEPAN 8PU, L&T Ti Panels) for proposal preparation
Selected appropriate switchgears, PLCs, VFDs, cables, and other electrical components per customer requirements
Provided strategic planning, technical support, and customer interaction to develop order-winning strategies and improve sales
Led technical and commercial feasibility discussions with switchgear manufacturers like Siemens, Schneider, L&T, and ABB
Analyzed resources, planned material sourcing, and ensured on-time execution with required quality standards
Gained hands-on experience in solar power project execution, electrifaction projects for building, industries, powerplants etc.
Quality Control Engineer & Management Representative
04/2014 - 08/2015
M/s. Aquatex Engineering , Coimbatore
Conducting incoming material inspection for raw materials
In process inspection to ensure process done as per SOPs
Ensuring product quality by implementing proper final inspection controls
Monitoring & arranging of the test instruments for regular periodic calibration
Maintaining records and documents pertaining to Quality Department
Planning & Conducting Periodic Internal Audits and Management Review Meetings
Ensuring NCRs are closed within the time period
Organizing and coordinating external audits and providing corrective & preventive actions

EDUCATION

B.E. (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)
01/2013
Karpagam University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India , Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station, Infrastructure & Technology
MSME Technology Development Centre Govt. of India
Solar PV Installation & Solar Appliances
Entrepreneurship Development Institute, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, India
ISO 9001 Internal Auditors – QMS
Coimbatore Productivity Council

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