Our Council Members
Mr. Rajesh Kumar
Director, Education & Training
Professional Summary
Mr. Rajesh Kumar is a distinguished supply chain education specialist, consultant, and corporate trainer with over 20 years of professional experience in logistics, procurement, and supply chain management across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
He is widely recognized for his contributions to capacity development, curriculum innovation, and industry-driven learning programs that bridge academic theory with practical supply chain applications.
As Director of Education & Training at the Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Management, Mr. Kumar leads the Institute’s strategic efforts in professional education, certification design, and the accreditation of training providers. His passion for advancing global standards in supply chain education continues to shape the Institute’s reputation for academic excellence and industry relevance
Educational Background
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Operations & Supply Chain Management, Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore
- Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) – Industrial Engineering, Anna University, Chennai
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – APICS, USA
- Chartered Member (CM) – Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Specialists (CISCM)
Professional Experience
Director, Education & Training – Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Specialists (2020–Present)
- Oversees design and implementation of professional certification programs and executive diplomas.
- Develops global partnerships with universities, training organizations, and corporate institutions.
- Leads accreditation processes, ensuring alignment with international supply chain competency frameworks.
- Supervises research and content development for continuing professional development (CPD) courses.
Lead Consultant – Global Logistics and Procurement Solutions (2014–2020)
- Designed supply chain optimization models for manufacturing and retail clients.
- Conducted training workshops on strategic sourcing, warehouse optimization, and vendor management.
- Advised corporations on aligning procurement strategies with sustainable development goals (SDGs).
Senior Manager, Operations & Supply Chain – Tata Consultancy Services (2006–2014)
- Managed supply chain digital transformation projects for multinational clients.
- Led cross-functional teams in procurement analytics, supplier relationship management, and logistics planning.
- Implemented cost reduction strategies that improved operational efficiency by 18%.
Key Areas of Expertise
- Supply Chain Education and Curriculum Design
- Procurement and Contract Management
- Logistics Optimization and Distribution Planning
- Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Development
- Supply Chain Digitization & Data Analytics
- Sustainable Supply Chain and Circular Economy Practices
Research & Publications
- “Integrating Technology in Supply Chain Learning: A Roadmap for Developing Economies” – Journal of Supply Chain Innovation, 2022
- “Competency Gaps in Emerging Market Supply Chains: A Case Study of South Asia” – International Logistics Review, 2021
- Contributor to the CISCM White Paper on “Professional Standards for Supply Chain Education,” 2023
Awards & Recognitions
- Outstanding Educator in Supply Chain Management, Asia Logistics Awards (2022)
- Best Supply Chain Training Consultant, India SCM Summit (2019)
- Global SCM Leadership Award, World Procurement Forum (2017)
Professional Memberships
- Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Specialists (CISCM) – Council Member
- Institute for Supply Management (ISM) – Member
- Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) – Certified Professional
- Indian Institute of Materials Management (IIMM) – Fellow Member
Personal Philosophy
Mr. Kumar believes that the future of supply chain management lies in education that merges innovation, ethics, and technology. He advocates for lifelong learning, encouraging professionals to adapt to emerging global standards and digital transformation in logistics and procurement