Sandeep Rane
About Sandeep Rane
Sandeep Rane serves as the Assistant General Manager for Operational Excellence in Quality at Tata Group, focusing on Aerospace and Defence since 2019. With extensive experience in supply chain management and quality improvement across various industries, he has implemented significant process enhancements throughout his career.
Work at Tata Group
Sandeep Rane has been serving as the Assistant General Manager for Operational Excellence – Quality in the Aerospace & Defence sector at Tata Group since 2019. His role focuses on enhancing operational quality and implementing process improvements within the organization. Based in Bangalore, India, he has contributed to the company's initiatives aimed at achieving excellence in quality management and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Operations Management
Before joining Tata Group, Sandeep Rane held the position of Senior Manager, Operations GBS Engineering at Flex from 2016 to 2019 in Pune, India. His earlier experience includes a role as Supply Chain Manager at Jabil from 2007 to 2011, where he managed supply chain operations. Additionally, he worked at LORD Corporation as a Regional Supplier Development and Sourcing Engineer from 2011 to 2015, focusing on supplier development in the India region.
Education and Expertise
Sandeep Rane studied at the University of Mumbai, where he earned a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics from 1985 to 1990. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in mechanical and electronics engineering, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles across the aerospace, defense, and electronics sectors.
Achievements in Quality and Process Improvement
Throughout his career, Sandeep Rane has implemented award-winning process improvements in areas such as stamping and plastic tool developments, localization of components, and environmentally friendly packaging. He has utilized Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality tools to drive continual improvement, significantly enhancing operational quality excellence and contributing to the development of the supply chain in India.
Long-term Contributions to Supply Chain Development
Sandeep Rane has played a pivotal role in the development of the supply chain in India from 1996 to 2015. His focus on continual improvement initiatives has led to enhanced efficiency and quality across various sectors, including aerospace, defense, automotive, and electronics. He has managed the development of multiple components and commodities, ensuring quality systems and product quality improvements at subcontractors.