1. Bhushan Vasudeo Kothawade
Ph No: +91 90110 64487
E-Mail – bhushuwani@gmail.com
SYNOPSIS
 An incisive professional with around 8 years of experience in new component development
and Procurement (casting & machining parts). Presently associated with Mahindra &
Mahindra, Mumbai. As Deputy Manager in CDMM (Component Development and material
Management )
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
a) Knowledge of mfg. Processes like casting, forging, machining, 3D printing etc.
b) Vendor Management/Supply Chain Management
c) Techno-Commercial Operations, Should be costing
d) Knowledge of main automotive quality management system: TS and Quality Tools (FMEA,
PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC)
e) Continuos Improvement
f) Building strong trust-based relationships with suppliers & team
Notable Contribution in M&M
 Standardization of adaptor plate by changing grade of raw material with cost saving of
Rs.120 per tractor
 Achieve Front wheel hub raw material cost reduction by changing profile to star
shape.Saving-Rs.130/tractor
 Achieve cost reduction in Square RAC by reducing wall thickness and profile change to
square for increase in strength
 First time right development of bull cages within 2 weeks of time.
ORGANISATIONAL EXPERIENCE
1) Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, Mumbai.
Products: Tractors With different Models.
Designation: - Deputy Manager CDMM-Casting
Period From: Aug’11 to till date
a) Potential Source Identification/Supplier Evaluation
b) Component Development & Material Management –
 Drawing study and manufacturing feasibility,
 Raise RFQ & in depth analysis, Component and tooling Cost Estimation, Quote
Synthesis,VOB Finalization along with sourcing team,
 Gauges Planning & Inspection check sheets finalization
 Material master & PO creation, to bring Proto samples for testing, APPAP trials,
VPPAP audit & closure
 Procurement of material as per prod plan with optimum inventory at all plant
locations and handover activity to SCM
c) Development of Transmission, engine & Hydraulic Parts- like Flywheel Assy,
Crankshaft Pulley, Rear Axle Carrier, Bull Cage,Diff case, Piston Assy, Various types of
gear shifter housings, PTO Housings etc.
d) Participate in technical meetings with Divisions and with Suppliers to discuss key issues
and resolving queries.
e) Capacity Enhancement - Conduct Capacity Audits, track any Red Flags that impede
supplier performance and control revisions at Suppliers

2. f) CRE & Product Improvement Projects - CFT member for CRE & PI projects and
responsible for timely implementation of ECN parts to achieve the targeted cost
savings.
2) Eicher Tractors (Unit of TAFE Motors & Tractors), Bhopal.
Products: Tractors With different Models.
Designation: Junior Manager – Vendor Development
Period From: June 10 – July11
a) Development and procurement of transmission parts ( casting& machining)
b) To raise RFQ, cost estimation and release Purchase order to supplier.
c) To plan process at supplier end and to prepare PFC (Process Flow Chart) and control
plan for new development components.
d) To ensure right fixtures, gauges & tooling which are planned for the development
e) Cooperation with production and quality to resolve quality issues new development
parts.
f) To cover applicable elements of PPAP and complete the documentation.
g) To ensure first time right PPAP closure for new developed components.
h) Idea generation for cost savings.
i) Liaise with suppliers for increased demand.
j) Alternate source development for high volume & critical parts.
k) Monitoring & daily follow-up with supplier and ensuring optimum inventory in the plant
3) Tata Motors Ltd, Car Plant. Pune.
Products: Indica, Indigo and Marina Cars.
Designation: Associate Engg. – Vendor Development
Period From: July 09 to June 10
Job Profile:
a) Responsible for development and procurement of new components ( Engine Parts-all
types of engine mounting brackets)
b) Responsible for bringing quality into the processes by way of implementing error-
proofing techniques.
c) Co-ordination with Material Management, Supply chain Management for resolving
quality Issues.
d) Working in coordination with vendors for detailing them on quality requirements &
finalizing the Quality plan.
e) Release RFQ,Purchase orde,schedule updation
f) Monitoring daily follow up with supplier and giving schedule as per requirement.
g) Ensuring optimum inventory and handling disposal of SCRAP/by product to achieve
cost savings without hampering the progress of the program / project.
4) Tenneco (WALKER) Exhaust India Pvt.Ltd.Sanaswadi, Pune
Products: Catalytic Converters & Silencers of Exhaust Systems
Designation: GET – Tool Room.
Period From: Aug 08 to May 09.
ACHIEVEMENTS
 Successfully completed certified MYB project (Mahindra Yellow Belt)-by using 7 QC tools
for the capacity enhancement.
 Certified for “Value Engineering Training & Workshop “

3.  Awarded for continued excellence, dedication & enthusiasm towards successful launch of
YUVO TRACTOR
ACADEMIA
 B.E. (Mechanical) from S.S.V.P.S, Dhule Dist-Dhule, North Maharashtra University with
67 % in 2008.
 HSC from the Jai Hind Junior Collage – Dhule –Nashik Board in 2004 with 69%.
 SSC from the F.M.Lalwani School – Betawad – Nashik Board in 2002 with 76%.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Operating Systems : Windows 98/2000/XP/Vista.
Commercial Packages : MS Office Applications.
SAP - Materials Management Module.
Cordys and Team center module
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth - 17th June 1986
Permanent Address - “Shriram Bhavan’’, Wani Galli,
A/P - Betawad, Tal: Shindkheda,
Dist: Dhule, Maharashtra.
Pin - 425403
DATE:
PLACE: Mumbai
Bhushan V.Kothawade