Chandrasen Khirid

Chandrasen Khirid (PMI-PMP) is an experienced professional in supply chain management and procurement, currently serving as Category Manager at Nilfisk since May 2023, where responsibilities include driving category strategy for the US region and designing supply chain financing strategies. Previously, Chandrasen was Head of Material Planning and Logistics at Varroc Lighting Systems, managing supplier alignment and revenue targets for a $200 million automotive portfolio. Experience also includes significant roles at Philips as Buyer Planner Lead, at Essar as Senior Procurement Manager handling a $90 million portfolio, and at Tata Motors with a focus on streamlining procurement processes and achieving cost reductions. Chandrasen’s educational background includes a Master’s degree in Production & Materials Management from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, complemented by extensive experience across various sectors including automotive, healthcare, and industrial.