Ram Kanakamedala

Ram Kanakamedala is an experienced Supplier Development Manager currently at Hach, where responsibilities include designing supplier performance management systems and driving strategic sourcing initiatives to achieve cost savings. Previous roles include Sr. Engineer in Supplier Development, focusing on global sourcing projects and cost optimization at Hach, and Supplier Quality Engineer at Luminex Corporation, where management of supplier quality and development of performance tracking systems were key contributions. Additional experience includes positions at Phillips & Temro Industries, Daimay Automotive Interior, and Parker Hannifin, emphasizing supplier management, performance monitoring, and quality assurance. Ram Kanakamedala holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering from Lamar University and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from GITAM Deemed University.