Sudharsan Senthilkumar
Coventry,Leicestershire
Summary
Highly motivated Mechanical Engineering graduate with an MSc in International Business from the University of Leicester, combining technical engineering knowledge with commercial and supply chain expertise. Experienced in automotive manufacturing through Brose UK and skilled in inventory management, quality assurance, cross-functional collaboration and process improvement within fast-paced production environments. Demonstrated procurement and supplier coordination experience as Material Buyer and Team Leader during the Solar Electric Vehicle Championship (SEVC), managing material sourcing, supplier evaluation and project budgets. Supported by research in supply chain resilience, inventory optimisation and sustainable operations through a Master’s dissertation, with a strong interest in procurement, purchasing and supplier relationship management. Eager to contribute analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills to a graduate Buyer role within a world-class automotive organisation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Production operative
brose
Coventry
2026.01 - Current
- Performed detailed quality inspections to identify defects and maintain high product quality, contributing to reduced rework and improved customer satisfaction.
- Investigated quality issues and implemented corrective actions with production team to enhance product quality.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while handling automotive components, ensuring compliance with company specifications and customer requirements.
- Worked in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment, ensuring components were assembled and delivered in line with strict production schedules and quality standards.
- Assisted with inventory management and material availability to minimise production downtime.
Team leader
Tim Hortons
Leicester
2025.05 - 2026.02
- Led and supported a team during busy shifts, ensuring smooth daily operations and consistently high customer service standards.
- Managed multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Coordinated with suppliers and delivery drivers to receive, check and organise stock, ensuring accurate and timely availability of materials.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisted with stock ordering and replenishment to ensure product availability and minimise waste.
Education
Master of Science - International Business
University of Leicester
Leicester 2024.01 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
K.Ramakrihnan College Of Technology
Trichy 2019.05 - 2023.05
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Production Planning
- Production Efficiency
- Inventory Control
- Materials Planning
- Procurement & Purchasing
- Supply Chain Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced )
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data Analysis
Certification
National Level Solar Electric Vehicle Championship (SEVC)
Team Leader & Material Buyer | 2022 – 2023
- Led a multidisciplinary engineering team in the design and development of a national-level solar electric vehicle, coordinating project activities to achieve technical and project objectives.
- Managed the procurement and sourcing of vehicle components by evaluating suppliers, comparing quotations, controlling material costs and ensuring timely availability for production.
- Collaborated with design, manufacturing and finance teams to balance cost, quality and delivery requirements while supporting efficient project execution within budget.
National Level Go-Kart Racing Competition
Team Leader & Material Buyer | 2023
- Led the planning and execution of a Go-Kart engineering project, coordinating team activities to meet project timelines and competition requirements.
- Managed purchasing and supplier coordination for mechanical components and raw materials, ensuring cost-effective procurement and on-time delivery.
- Worked closely with cross-functional team members to optimise material selection, manage project budgets and maintain quality standards throughout the build process.
Timeline
Production operative
brose
2026.01 - Current
Team leader
Tim Hortons
2025.05 - 2026.02
Master of Science - International Business
University of Leicester
2024.01 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
K.Ramakrihnan College Of Technology
2019.05 - 2023.05