Vinod Ruge

Vinod Kashinath Ruge Mechanical Engineer ` A dynamic and inventive Mechanical Engineer seeking a career in a progressive organization, aiming to apply acquired skills and knowledge to contribute towards . organizational objectives, while pursuing continuous personal and professional development. -Linked-In https://www.linkedin.com/in/vino d-ruge-74a88b93/  - Pune. Professional Experience Sharda Motor Industries Ltd Assistant Manager Commercial Jan-2025 – Till date Chromewell Engineering Pvt Ltd Assistant Manager Costing. April 2023 – Dec 2024 Key Responsibilities:  Handle Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and negotiate with customers and suppliers strategically.  Utilize engineering principles and cost analysis techniques to estimate the production cost of components or systems accurately.  Implement value engineering techniques to optimize product design and manufacturing processes, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.  Track costs against budgets to identify any variances and recommend corrective actions when necessary.  Engage with customers to understand their requirements, address inquiries regarding product cost and performance, and provide technical support during the pre-sales process.  Collaborate with procurement teams to negotiate with suppliers for favorable pricing and terms, ensuring cost-efficient sourcing of materials and components.  Maintain accurate records of cost estimates, pricing strategies, market research findings, and customer interactions for reference and analysis purposes.  Evaluate potential risks associated with pricing decisions, market changes, or supply chain disruptions and develop mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts  Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in marketing and costing to drive continuous improvement in processes and outcomes.  Lead generation and continuous exploration of cost reduction ideas, localization of parts, and alternative processes.  Project plan preparation and maintenance, along with selection and development of new suppliers.  Support continuous quality improvement, aligning with ISO9001 and IATF 16949 certification processes.  Consistently monitor raw material prices and BOP costs, engaging with customers as needed to negotiate part price revisions on a quarterly basis ` Rishi Laser Ltd Pune Assistant Manager Cost Estimation & Marketing July 2015 - April 2023 Key Responsibilities:  Determine cost estimate targets during the design and development process.  Develop and execute sourcing strategies, prepare and update project schedules.  Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and establish cost forecasts for ongoing and new projects.  Business planning, forecasting, and reporting to management.  Support overall supplier relationship management, vendor coordination, and liaison with different departments.  Deep understanding of strategic sourcing methods, coordinating planning and scheduling activities on projects.  Track costs against budgets to identify any variances and recommend corrective actions when necessary.  Responsible for buying direct material, quote verification, negotiation, and PO issuance.  Improve payment terms with suppliers, develop new suppliers, and oversee multiple project teams.  Experience in automotive parts, heavy fabrication, and various types of containers.  Lead new product development, forecasting schedules, and conducting cost analysis.  Expertise in analyzing processes, implementing techniques for reducing rejection levels, and enhancing productivity.  Capacity and layout planning, coordination with design, manufacturing, and quality departments.  Achieve production targets, conduct time studies, and manage sourcing and cost estimation. Vijaya Manohar Industries Pvt Ltd Assistant Manager Production & QA June 2013 to July 2015 Key Responsibilities:  Conduct new parts feasibility studies, prepare BOMs, and design processes in AutoCAD.  Prepare PFD, Control Plan, PPAP documents, SOPs, and welding-related documents.  Conduct layout inspections, prepare standard reports, and address customer complaints with a team-based approach. ` Product Knowledge: Tractor, Garbage Compactor, Earthmoving Equipment Parts, Automotive Parts, Railway Parts, Project-based Fabricated Parts. Customers: John Deere (USA), TAFE, Kubota, AGCO, JCB, Wirtgen, Hyundai, Tata Hendrickson, FLSmidth, Danieli, Indian Railway, Alstom, Caterpillar, Durr, Nordex, Haulotte, Hyva (Australia,UAE,Itely), HE Silos (Australia). Skills: Lean Manufacturing (5S, Kaizen, Poka-yoke, Line Balancing). New Product Development. ERP/SAP System (Infor LN 10.4) end user. ZBC (Laser cutting,Bending & Fabrication) Laser Machine Programming (Sigma Nest). Bending Machine Programming (Delam). Welding (MIG & MAG,TIG). AutoCAD (2D only). MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Leadership, Time Management, Supply Chain. Education: Master of Business Administration in Operation -), Pune University, First Class. Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical -), Shivaji University Kolhapur, First Class with Distinction. Languages: English: Read, write & speak. Marathi: Read, write & speak. Hindi: Read, write & speak. Kannada: Speak. Place Date Vinod Ruge