Production-Linked Incentives And Lean Manufacturing

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

I have extensive experience in the automotive, manufacturing, and engineering supply chain sectors, with a strong emphasis on business development and operational transformation.

Over the years, I have worked closely with OEMs and tire suppliers to optimize end-to-end supply chain processes, encompassing procurement and planning, logistics, and production enhancements. My experience also extends to last-mile delivery, cost optimization, supplier development, and supply chain digitization, including ERP integration, SAP, HANA, and real-time visibility solutions.

I have been closely involved in boosting operations, leading the establishment of new greenfield and brownfield plants within aggressive timelines—successfully overseeing the setup of two plants, including one in Oregon. These projects resulted in a production volume increase of nearly 500 times, illustrating marked scalability.

In recent years, my focus has shifted to enhancing operations in electric mobility, enhancing location agility, driving globalization, and accelerating speed to market. My primary objectives are improving organizational efficiency, reducing costs—especially in logistics—and building resilient supplier ecosystems. These efforts are particularly relevant in high-growth, cost-sensitive environments.

With 40 years of experience in the field, I continue to build on…