Akshay Patil
Procurement Manager
Pune
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Procurement Manager
Praj Industries PVT Ltd
Pune
05.2021 - Current
- Managed end-to-end P2P process, collaborating with technical teams to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery of goods and services
- Developed and maintained ethical relationships with clients, suppliers, and vendors, ensuring adherence to standards
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
- Led Decision Gate Committee Milestone Meetings and provided regular progress updates to clients
- Coordinated with departments to establish a centralized vendor management database using compelling presentations and interactive dashboards
- Implemented cost reduction procedures and control systems, achieving a 3% decrease in direct and carrying costs, recognized by higher management
- Managed a team of procurement specialists, providing guidance and support to achieve monthly targets and deliver high-quality service
- Introduced supplier performance scorecards and implemented a supplier management strategy aligned with business objectives.
Strategic Sourcing Manager
ZingUpLife
Pune
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Liaised with internal and external stakeholders to identify and leverage contract value opportunities.
- Managed and developed relationships with suppliers to attain maximum cost efficiency and leverage buying power.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly calendars. Had a joint sourcing plan signed off with vendors and executed the plan in coordination with the internal team.
- Calculated and reported actual and projected sourcing savings by spend categories.
- Worked with cross-functional teams like CS, Logistics, Omni-channel, Finance to ensure a smooth functioning system and to be able to deliver on the required set of parameters measured across each function .
Operations Consultant
Genpact
Bangalore
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted in managing end-to-end Procure-To-Pay (P2P) process, working closely with technical teams to ensure timely deliveries
- Cultivated positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and vendors, upholding ethical standards
- Developed supplier management strategy, incorporating development and performance monitoring, Implemented processes and procedures to improve overall efficiency in P2P operations
- Created a P2P portal for the department
- Assisted in knowledge management initiatives, transformation maturity model in sourcing and procurement, BPM automation of internal sourcing to pay metric benchmarking, and pricing automation for client submission.
Assistant to Project Manager
ABIL Group
Pune
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted the Project Manager in all phases and aspects of the project
- Provided technical, functional and implementation assistance as required on site
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
Education
Masters of Global Business - Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
S. P Jain School of Global Management
09.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Maharashtra Institute OfTechnology
06.2013 - 07.2017
Skills
Project Management
Certification
APICS Certified Supply
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of new vendor base.
- Achieved reduction in cost by 3% by developing specific procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop interactive dashboard for alternative vendor development.
Work Availability
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Awards
Sharangapani Gold Medalist at Pune University
Innovation award by Nation University of Singapore
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Praj Industries PVT Ltd
05.2021 - Current
CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management
04-2021
APICS Certified Supply
05-2020
Strategic Sourcing Manager
ZingUpLife
03.2020 - 03.2021
Operations Consultant
Genpact
10.2019 - 02.2020
Masters of Global Business - Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
S. P Jain School of Global Management
09.2018 - 02.2020
Assistant to Project Manager
ABIL Group
09.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Maharashtra Institute OfTechnology
06.2013 - 07.2017
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