Dinesh Sekar
About Dinesh Sekar
Dinesh Sekar is a Planner at Northvolt, where he specializes in production planning and inventory management. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from SRM University and a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from Linköping University.
Work at Northvolt
Dinesh Sekar has been employed at Northvolt as a Planner since 2021. In this role, he utilizes Dynamics 365-ERP and other digital tools to enhance production planning and scheduling. His responsibilities include planning inventory management processes to ensure that production operations do not face shortages or excesses. Sekar engages in cross-functional collaboration with production technology, process engineers, and quality engineers to optimize production planning and improve operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Dinesh Sekar holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from SRM University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from Linköping University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in production planning and supply chain management.
Background
Before joining Northvolt, Dinesh Sekar gained valuable experience through various internships and roles. He worked as an Internship Trainee at Mahindra Two Wheelers Ltd and Renault India in 2013, each for 11 months. Following his internships, he served as a Supply Chain Engineer - Demand/Supply Planner at Tetra Pak from 2018 to 2020 in Fjällbacka, Sweden, and later as an Operational Buyer Supplier Management at Tetra Pak for 7 months in 2021.
Achievements
In his current role at Northvolt, Dinesh Sekar is responsible for analyzing delays and interruptions in production schedules. He adjusts plans accordingly to meet deadlines effectively, showcasing his ability to respond to dynamic production environments. His experience across different companies and roles has contributed to his skills in inventory management and production optimization.