Benjamas Kadnarong
About Benjamas Kadnarong
Benjamas Kadnarong is a Program Purchasing Senior Manager in the Japan Division at Faurecia, with extensive experience in the automotive industry and expertise in the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). His career includes roles at Valeo and Autoliv, where he developed skills in global sourcing, strategic sourcing, and supplier evaluation.
Current Role at Faurecia
Benjamas Kadnarong serves as the Program Purchasing Senior Manager for the Japan Division at Faurecia. He has held this position since 2021, working from Saitama, Japan. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing purchasing strategies and supplier management specific to the automotive sector.
Previous Experience in the Automotive Industry
Kadnarong has a substantial background in the automotive industry, having worked for several notable companies. His tenure at Valeo included roles as Project Buyer and Productivity Buyer from 2017 to 2019 in Tokyo, Japan, and as a Project Buyer from 2014 to 2017 in Chonburi, Thailand. He also worked at Autoliv as Team Lead Project Management and as a Project Buyer & Commodity Buyer. His experience spans various aspects of procurement and project management.
Education and Expertise
Benjamas Kadnarong obtained a degree in Industrial Engineering from Suranaree University of Technology, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in the automotive sector, particularly in the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), global sourcing, and strategic sourcing.
Skills in Supplier Management
Kadnarong possesses strong skills in supplier evaluation, which involves assessing potential suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards. His expertise in strategic sourcing enables him to identify and develop supplier relationships that provide optimal value for his organization.
Career Progression and Roles
Kadnarong's career includes significant roles at various companies. He worked at Hitachi as a Project Engineer from 2007 to 2010 in Thailand. His experience at Faurecia and Valeo highlights a consistent focus on purchasing and supplier management within the automotive industry, demonstrating his adaptability and growth in the field.