Core Competencies
A comprehensive skill set to tackle modern supply chain challenges, honed over 25 years.
Strategic Sourcing
Designing overarching sourcing strategies to transform procurement into a value creation group.
Purchase & Logistics
Managing end-to-end purchasing and logistics for seamless operations.
Supply Chain Management
Overseeing the entire supply chain to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Inventory Management
Optimizing stock levels and enhancing processes to meet demand while minimizing waste.
Vendor Management
Identifying, developing, and assessing suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
Dealer Management
Managing dealer and distributor networks to ensure product availability and satisfaction.
Cost Control
Controlling costs and managing budgets effectively across the supply chain.
Team Leadership
Building and leading high-performing teams to achieve organizational goals.
Career Journey
A proven track record of driving success at industry-leading companies.
Jun '13 - Till Date
Flextronics Technologies India (P) Ltd.
Senior Manager – Global Procurement
Spearheading operational procurement, developing alternate vendor bases, and instituting cost-saving metrics. Managing overall operations to enhance efficiency by eliminating obsolescence and curbing rework.
Sourcing direct and indirect spend (ingredients, packaging, CAPEX).
May '12 - May '13
Ranco & Zamil Concrete Industries, KSA
Asst. Manager
Implemented SCM practice in the plant and managed overall Procurement/Warehouse functions. Introduced 3PL concept and implemented JIT System.
Achieved cost reduction of 5% by developing second source.
Accomplished a 3% reduction in material cost through alternative sourcing.
May '10 - Apr '12
Samsung Electronics India (P) Ltd.
Asst. Manager (Grade S2)
Handled pricing negotiations, refrigerator procurement, budget planning, and JIT system implementation. Managed local part procurement and vendor development.
Implemented Kanban practice in the plant.
Achieved cost reduction of 3% every year through effective negotiation.
Mar '07 - Apr '10
Flextronics Technologies India (P) Ltd.
Team Lead - SSCM
Responsible for quote analysis, new vendor development, and quality control.
Education & Certifications
A foundation of academic excellence and continuous professional development.
Education
University of Karnataka
2014
University of Madras, Chennai
2001
Panimalar Polytechnic, Chennai
1994
Certifications
- Training on ERP System by MLC
- Cost Control & Development Training
- 5S Activity Training
- ISO 14001 Internal Auditor
- SCM Training in Korea by Samsung
- Lead Green Belt Certified
- Lean Ambassador
What People Are Saying
Decades of trust, partnership, and proven results.
Mr. Sakthivel
Skanda Polymers
"Thulasi's strategic sourcing is very professional. He is very tough in cost negotiations with vendors and perfectly handles capacity monitoring. He started the OEM JIT system, faced challenges, but settled it in a short time, achieving 95% of OEM KPI for on-time delivery."
Guru Krishnamoorthy
SCM Lead, Infosys
"Working with Thulasi is a great learning experience. He has extensive knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma and always seeks opportunities to improve processes, motivating us to achieve the same. Happy to have been part of his team."
Roy Manohar
Co-founder, L'Margen Group
"Mr. Thulasi has been a great inspiration. He is a pillar of strength, a Task Master who leaves no stone unturned. His positive approach brings a lot of energy to the team. Well done and keep rocking!"
Get In Touch
I'm available for consultations and new opportunities. My location preference is Chennai.