Mukund Narayanan - Operations Associate

EDUCATION
BIRLA Institute of Technology & Science (B.E Hons)

University of Kentucky (MS)

Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management (MBA)

Certification
Lean Systems

Mukund Narayanan, Operations Associate - Barrier Advisors

Mr. Narayanan has over 6 years of experience in developing and deploying operations strategies for automotive, appliance and heavy equipment manufacturing companies. Prior to joining Barrier Advisors, he led the operations transformation at Putzmeister Inc, a world leading manufacturer of construction equipment. Before that, he led the lean transformation at a multi-facility Tier-1 injection molder supplying automotive and appliance OEMs.

Mr.Narayanan has deep expertise in implementing principles of Toyota Production System (TPS). He spent two years at the University of Kentucky’s Center for Manufacturing researching and practicing the TPS philosophy. He also gained direct experience at Toyota’s Supplier Improvement Division where he led initiatives to assess and improve supplier performance.

Mr.Narayanan is a seasoned facilitator and has led several kaizen events involving personnel from all levels of the organization. He is certified in Lean Systems. He holds an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Masters degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering with a specialization in Lean Operations. He recently obtained his MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management with specializations in Strategy, Marketing and Analytical Consulting.

PROFESSIONALS

Investment Banking Services - Corporate Restructuring - Distressed M&A - Wind Downs