Manish Deshmukh

Manish Deshmukh is an experienced purchasing manager with a strong background in global sourcing and supply chain management. Currently serving as Lead Purchasing Manager at Rivian since July 2020, Manish specializes in negotiating sourcing strategies for fasteners and springs to achieve cost savings and develop competitive commodity strategies for electric vehicle launches. Prior roles include Senior Purchasing Manager at Rivian and Purchasing Commodity Manager at Akebono Brake Corporation, where Manish focused on commodity strategies to enhance quality and reduce material costs. Earlier experience includes roles at FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, TATA Advanced Services Ltd., and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, complemented by an MBA in Global Supply Chain Management from Wayne State University and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Nagpur University.