K. Srinivasan – Raw Material Developer – IKEA Supply Area South Asia

Responsible for the Sustainable Raw Materials and Supply chain of India & Bangladesh for Supply Area South Asia

Over all 25 plus years of experience in spearheading strategic business operations with hands-on experience in, Category Management, Client Relationship, Sustainable Material Development, Livelihood enhancement in Sustainable agriculture for small holders, Product Development & Merchandising.

 With 15+ years of experience with IKEA in Sustainable Raw Material Programme, Project Management, Budget Management, Material Traceability Audit and Development, Grant Management & People development in creation of Sustainable supply chains. Structuring the Material Specification & Working Method standard review groups at IKEA. Trainer for Textiles and Sustainable Material.  Working with Traceability of Cotton and developing the traceability agenda across the supply chain.