
Marimuthu K. is a senior manufacturing leader with over 36 years of proven success in the automotive industry. He has held executive roles with Lear Automotive India, Renault Nissan, Ford, Hyundai, BMW, Toyota, TACHI-S, Saint-Gobain, and Han Sung, leading large-scale, multi-plant operations and driving strategic growth and operational excellence.
At Lear Automotive, he managed P&L operations for the South Region across three plants, delivering an annual turnover of US$160M with a 1,200-member workforce. He has successfully designed and commissioned three greenfield manufacturing plants, achieving consistent on-time delivery, quality excellence, and zero customer line stops. His leadership has earned numerous honors, including the Best Supplier Award from Renault-Nissan, multiple CEO Safety Awards, and several 5S and Quality Circle recognitions.
He holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering and a Post Diploma in Materials Management, and is a certified 5S Auditor and Six Sigma Champion. With international experience across Japan, Korea, China, Dubai, and Europe, he continues to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and sustainable business performance in global manufacturing environments.
