Sridharan Balaiyan
About Sridharan Balaiyan
Sridharan Balaiyan serves as the Director of Supply Chain Management at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, where he has worked since 1996. He has a background in engineering and business administration, with experience in operational excellence and support systems management.
Work at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Sridharan Balaiyan has been with Barry-Wehmiller Design Group since 1996, serving in various capacities. He currently holds the position of Director Supply Chain Management, a role he has occupied since 2018. In this position, he manages support systems with a focus on quality and information technology. His responsibilities include implementing operational excellence initiatives aimed at enhancing delivery processes for large companies across the US and Europe. Balaiyan also serves as Director of Business Development for the APAC region, contributing to the company's growth and strategic direction.
Previous Experience at Signode India Limited
Before joining Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Sridharan Balaiyan worked at Signode India Limited from 1993 to 1995 as an Executive in Engineering - System Integration. His role involved overseeing engineering projects and system integration processes, contributing to the operational efficiency of the organization. This position provided him with foundational experience in engineering and project management.
Career at Fenner (India) Ltd
Sridharan Balaiyan began his career at Fenner (India) Ltd, where he worked as a Junior Manager from 1990 to 1993. In this role, he was involved in various managerial tasks that helped him develop skills in operations and management. His experience at Fenner laid the groundwork for his future roles in supply chain management and business development.
Education and Expertise
Sridharan Balaiyan holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from Coimbatore Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1986 to 1990. He also completed a Bachelor of Engineering at Bharathiar University College of Arts and Science during the same period. Additionally, he pursued further education in Business Administration at National University from 2004 to 2005. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and business management.
Experience in Delivery Organizations
Sridharan Balaiyan has extensive experience in setting up delivery organizations for multinational companies. His work focuses on enhancing operational processes and implementing quality management systems. This experience has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead teams and drive operational excellence initiatives effectively.