company What they do Example
Type
OEM Makes full vehicles Toyota, Suzuki, Honda
Tier 1 Supplier Makes parts for OEMs MEPL (if supplying directly to OEMs)
Tier 2 Makes parts for Tier 1 A company that supplies MEPL with raw
Supplier suppliers materials or small parts
The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM)
comprises over 278 Tier-1 member companies.
Millennium Engineering Private Limited (MEPL) is a prominent Pakistani manufacturer
specializing in Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) auto parts, primarily serving Japanese
two- and four-wheeler [Link] are a member of PAAPAM (Pakistan Association of
Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers).
Products:
● Engine wiring harnesses
● Control cables
● Gaskets
● Horns
● Electrical parts (ignition coils, switches, electronic components)
An engine harness (or engine wiring harness) is a bundle of electrical wires
Simple Example:
Think of it like the nervous system of the engine — it connects all the "organs" (parts) to
the brain (ECU).(Electronic Control Unit).
🏭 MEPL's Tier 1 Competitors in Pakistan
Loads Limited
Procon Engineering (Pvt) Ltd.
Omar Jibran Engineering Industries Ltd.
Concep JIT (Just-in-Time) Kanban
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Type Supply chain strategy Visual inventory control tool
Goal Deliver materials just in Signal when to
time produce/order
Focus Reduce inventory and Maintain steady workflow
waste
Used In Procurement and Shop floors, stores,
production warehouses
Exampl Only order cable when Use card to trigger reorder
e needed
Just-in-Time (JIT) is a strategy where materials and components are delivered exactly
when needed — not earlier, not later.
If MEPL needs 10,000 connectors every Monday to make engine harnesses, then the
supplier delivers them Monday morning, not a week earlier. MEPL uses them immediately
in production.
Risks:
● Delays from suppliers can stop production
● Needs very reliable logistics and vendors
What is Kanban?
Kanban is a visual system to control the flow of materials and production based on
demand.
Kanban card (physical or digital) is attached to a bin or batch.
When a bin is empty, the card signals: “Produce more” or “Order more.”
In case of a material shortage causing production stoppage, I would first check inventory
and confirm with the vendor for any urgent delivery. If needed, I’d look for alternate
approved materials or local suppliers for a quick fix.
At the same time, I’d inform production and planning teams to adjust the schedule and
avoid wasting labor or machine time.
Why should we hire you?
You should hire me because I bring hands-on experience in procurement and supply
chain in manufacturing environments. I’ve worked directly with vendors, handled
sourcing, inventory control, and made sure materials arrive on time — which is critical
for Tier 1 suppliers like MEPL.
I understand how important it is to maintain on-time deliveries, cost efficiency, and
supplier coordination, especially when serving OEMs. I’m also a quick learner,
detail-oriented, and proactive in solving supply issues before they become production
problems.
I believe I can contribute from day one, and I’m excited to grow within a company that
values quality, precision, and operational excellence like MEPL.”
