Ashish Mishra

Supply Chain & Operations Manager @ AF Compressors

About

Senior manufacturing and supply chain leader with over 20 years of experience driving operational excellence across global organizations. Proven expertise in production management, supply chain transformation, strategic sourcing, and ERP implementation. Recognized for doubling company turnover, improving productivity by 45%, and reducing costs by 50% through localization and lean practices. I specialize in: End-to-end supply chain strategy Plant operations and cross-functional leadership ERP systems (Exact MRP, Microsoft Dynamics AX, Epicor) Lean methodologies (Kaizen, VSM, 5S) Supplier development and cost optimization I thrive in complex, high-pressure environments, building agile supplier ecosystems and transforming operations to align with business growth. Open to leadership roles that demand innovation, execution, and measurable results in manufacturing and supply chain.

Country

India

City

Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

Industry

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

Skill

Project Management, Cost Optimization, Strategic Sourcing, Greenfield Projects , ERP Implementation , Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management, Quality Management, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Design of Experiments, Engineering Management

Experience

Supply Chain & Operations Manager

AF Compressors

2018-12 - Present · 7 yrs 10 mos

Pune, Maharashtra

Lead end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution including sourcing, planning, production, and vendor management. Increased on-time delivery from 60% to 85% while doubling company turnover through streamlined supply chain operations. Localized critical imported parts, reducing costs by 50% and improving lead times. Implemented ERP (Exact MRP) and digital SCM tools to enhance visibility and performance tracking. Developed high-performing supplier ecosystem across India to support global operations.

Production Manager

AF Compressors

2015-4 - 2018-12 · 3 yrs 9 mos

Pune, Maharashtra

Oversaw compressor manufacturing operations with a focus on process optimization and team productivity. Achieved 45% improvement in manpower efficiency using Lean, Kaizen, and VSM methodologies. Led quality assurance programs including supplier audits and process validation. Played a pivotal role in scaling the plant layout and output capacity during critical business growth phases.

Deputy Production Manager

AF Compressors

2010-9 - 2015-4 · 4 yrs 8 mos

Pune, Maharashtra

Oversaw shopfloor planning and coordinated production targets with cross-functional teams. Played a core role in a Greenfield project to scale operations and build infrastructure. Integrated ERP modules with production planning and real-time reporting. Implemented 5S, ergonomic upgrades, and shopfloor layout improvements.

Manager, KV Engine Assembly and Testing

Cummins Inc.

2005-8 - 2010-9 · 5 yrs 2 mos

Pune

Led engine assembly operations, managing 120+ personnel across 25 stations and 6 test cells. Helped establish and operationalize the KV engine plant from the ground up. Collaborated with sourcing, planning, and QA teams to drive performance. Implemented ergonomic and safety measures that reduced incidents and enhanced output. Delivered team training aligned to production SOPs and operational KPIs.