Narain Muthuraj
About Narain Muthuraj
Narain Muthuraj serves as the Head of Global Supply Chain at Kennametal since 2023, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at major companies including Philips Lighting and Johnson & Johnson.
Work at Kennametal
Narain Muthuraj has been serving as the Head of Global Supply Chain at Kennametal since 2023. His role is based in New Jersey and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing global supply chain operations, implementing strategies to enhance efficiency, and aligning supply chain initiatives with the company's commercial objectives.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before joining Kennametal, Narain Muthuraj held several significant positions in supply chain management. He worked at Philips Lighting as the RDC Manager from 2007 to 2010 and later served as Operations Manager and Director of Supply Chain Management - Projects. He also held the role of Vice President, Global Supply Planning at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in 2022, and was the Director of Business Process Transformation - E2E Supply Chain at The Kraft Heinz Company from 2013 to 2014.
Leadership at Johnson & Johnson
Narain Muthuraj worked at Johnson & Johnson as the Worldwide Director of External Operations for the DePuy Synthes division from 2016 to 2022. In this role, he led initiatives focused on supply chain optimization and external operations, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Narain Muthuraj holds a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Management from West Virginia University. He also earned an MBA in Strategy and Global Business from NYU Stern School of Business. His educational background supports his expertise in supply chain strategies, operational efficiencies, and team leadership.
Skills and Achievements
Narain Muthuraj is recognized for his ability to implement supply chain strategies that reduce inventory levels and improve forecasting accuracy. He has a proven track record in coaching and team building, aligning team efforts with organizational goals. His experience includes leading large global teams and applying innovative supply chain strategies to enhance vendor turn times and customer success.