Mr. Madanagopal Raghavan
Vice President - India Sourcing, Nordex
M.S. Madanagopal: A Visionary Leader in Renewable Energy
He is a highly accomplished professional with over 3 decades of experience in the Renewable energy and Automotive sector. Specializing in Long term Business strategy with focus in procurement, supply chain management, and localization. Has Been Holding Senior Leadership Roles in Several Manufacturing MNC’s including Suzlon , Siemens Gamesa , TVS Group etc. and currently as Vice President/Director Sourcing India at Nordex Acciona, he has played a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives that have transformed the industry.
Madanagopal's expertise spreading across the value chain and Notable contribution including, Renewable Energy Business Strategy (Wind & Solar), Supply Chain Management, Procurement Strategy, Localization and Capacity Building, Cost Reduction and Optimization at all levels, Logistics Inbound / Outbound sourcing & operations, Tower operations, Global Sourcing and Information Exchange etc.
Notable Achievements includes :-
- Led localization efforts from 40% to 90% within a span of 3 years
- Increased capacity from 400MW to 2500MW per year in 2.5 years
- Collaborated with McKinsey & Company on cost reduction initiatives over 2 years
- Implemented best practices in purchase procedures and price determination
About Madanagopal
A mechanical engineer also holds PG Diploma in Supply Chain from CII/IIMM and an MBA in Operations Management from IGNOU. His technical and management expertise has earned him recognition as a thoughtful leader in the industry.
Madanagopal's passion for renewable energy and sustainability drives his commitment to sharing knowledge and expertise. He is an engaging speaker and has addressed various forums on topics such as supply chain optimization, localization, and cost reduction.
Through his work, Madanagopal inspires professionals to strive for excellence and contributes significantly to the growth of the renewable energy sector.
Beyond his accomplished career in renewable energy, M.S. Madanagopal is a passionate individual who prioritizes Sports and nurtures his love for music.
He has been the caption of a First Division Cricket team for over 15 years and also represented college level Volley ball team
He regularly takes Part in marathons, to keep himself physically fit as well as focusses on holistic well being to maintain mental discipline
He is equally passionate about music and is often performs in various forums
M.S. Madanagopal believes and inspires others to embrace a healthy lifestyle and explore their creative passions with focus on professional deliveries.