Proactive Purchasing Manager helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing and value assessment to form best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals.
Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Procurement Manager
23North Logistics Solution Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
09.2022 - Current
Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options.
Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
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.
Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.
Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
Procurement Manager
MAHINDRA LOGISTICS LIMITED
Mumbai
08.2020 - 06.2022
Led procurement activities for the setup of new facilities across India, including HD Racking, MHE, office, CCTV, FA System, and Electrical work.
Searched for new business associates and facilities across India to meet customer requirements.
Prepared operation SOPs according to customer equipment.
Managed and controlled external suppliers and labor contractors, emphasizing the purchase of materials and finished products for dispatch.
Located, evaluated, qualified, and developed a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future needs and control entity-wide risk.
Established strategic relationships with key suppliers, including turnkey services and design, to cater to company needs.
Developed and implemented sourcing and procurement strategies based on key trends, cost drivers, market factors, and strategic importance.
Tracked metrics, including external benchmarks, to monitor performance and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
Collaborated with cross-departmental teams to provide efficient and effective options to internal customers.
Reviewed and improved purchasing function and methodology.
Managed material quality, warehouse setup, machinery, supplier relationships, inventory, and costs.
Developed new vendors for all new facility setups across India.
Prepared layouts, cost-saving trackers, project trackers, and SOPs for procurement tracking.
Ensured compliance with internal and external audits, HSSE requirements, government regulations, and licenses.
Managed maintenance contracts with vendors and prepared monthly MIS and budgets.
Played a critical role in new product development processes and evaluated new and existing materials for reliable and alternate sources of supply.Led procurement activities for the setup of new facilities across India, including HD Racking, MHE, office, CCTV, FA System, and Electrical work. Searched for new business associates and facilities across India to meet customer requirements. Prepared operation SOPs according to customer equipment. Managed and controlled external suppliers and labor contractors, emphasizing the purchase of materials and finished products for dispatch. Located, evaluated, qualified, and developed a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future needs and control entity-wide risk. Established strategic relationships with key suppliers, including turnkey services and design, to cater to company needs. Developed and implemented sourcing and procurement strategies based on key trends, cost drivers, market factors, and strategic importance. Tracked metrics, including external benchmarks, to monitor performance and facilitate data-driven decision-making. Collaborated with cross-departmental teams to provide efficient and effective options to internal customers. Reviewed and improved purchasing function and methodology. Managed material quality, warehouse setup, machinery, supplier relationships, inventory, and costs. Developed new vendors for all new facility setups across India. Prepared layouts, cost-saving trackers, project trackers, and SOPs for procurement tracking. Ensured compliance with internal and external audits, HSSE requirements, government regulations, and licenses. Managed maintenance contracts with vendors and prepared monthly MIS and budgets. Played a critical role in new product development processes and evaluated new and existing materials for reliable and alternate sources of supply.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options.
andling pan India Procurement.
Handling MHE Rate Contract.
Handling new project setup (Capex & Opex)
Handling daily all facility related requirement.
Assets Management, ETC.
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Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
Managed entire spectrum of functions related to packing material, new warehouse setup, and new machinery and warehouse labor arrangement.
Oversaw external suppliers and labor contractors, emphasizing the purchase of materials and finished parts for production.
Developed a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future needs, control entity-wide risk, and ensure parts and materials were purchased at the most competitive price and delivered on time.
Established strategic relationships with key suppliers, bringing innovative ideas and solutions to meet the company's needs.
Monitored key trends, cost drivers, market factors, and logistic considerations to implement sourcing and procurement strategies.
Tracked metrics to monitor performance and make data-driven decisions, working closely with cross-departmental teams.
Handled supplier visits both in the UK and abroad at short notice, reviewed purchasing function, and identified and implemented improvements.
Ensured stringent material control to achieve company targets and effectively managed spend, usage, scrap, inventory levels, etc.
Managed security arrangements for different location offices/premises, government licenses and documents, and prepared maintenance contracts with vendors.
Prepared monthly MIS and budgets, and managed general administration work facing internal and external audits.Managed entire spectrum of functions related to packing material, new warehouse setup, and new machinery and warehouse labor arrangement. Oversaw external suppliers and labor contractors, emphasizing the purchase of materials and finished parts for production. Developed a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future needs, control entity-wide risk, and ensure parts and materials were purchased at the most competitive price and delivered on time. Established strategic relationships with key suppliers, bringing innovative ideas and solutions to meet the company's needs. Monitored key trends, cost drivers, market factors, and logistic considerations to implement sourcing and procurement strategies. Tracked metrics to monitor performance and make data-driven decisions, working closely with cross-departmental teams. Handled supplier visits both in the UK and abroad at short notice, reviewed purchasing function, and identified and implemented improvements. Ensured stringent material control to achieve company targets and effectively managed spend, usage, scrap, inventory levels, etc. Managed security arrangements for different location offices/premises, government licenses and documents, and prepared maintenance contracts with vendors. Prepared monthly MIS and budgets, and managed general administration work facing internal and external audits.
Skills: Budgeting · Expense Management · New Vendor Development · Facility Management (FM) · Analytical Skills · Contract Negotiation
Purchase & Facility Manager
Parkeh Integrated Services Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
02.2012 - 05.2017
Maintained documentation for all purchases.
Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
Managing a team of Admin, Project Material Purchase, Project Installation & Commissioning along with purchase of consumables essential for warehousing operations across West Region.
Responsible for Supplier development, evaluation and innovate solutions for increasing efficiency of warehousing operations.
Implementation of purchase process as per ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13484:2003.
Competent, diligent, result oriented professional, offering exposure of 11 years & 4 Months across procurement, administration, packaging and material management; currently spearheading as Purchase & Administration Manager with Parekh Integrated Services Pvt. Ltd.
Dexterity in developing vendors and leading cross functional teams, negotiating contracts, developing long term commodity strategies, managing working capital and complete cost analysis
Proven ability to ensure that a company enjoys a competitive edge when compared to their competitors by securing the best quality, price and terms from suppliers.
Expertise in providing advice, information to the Curators and Education Officers with regard to the best quality of material available in the market, supplier’s capability and performance
An effective communicator with exceptional analytical, technical, negotiation and client relationship management skills with the ability to relate to people at any level of business and management.
Key Expertise Areas: Material management Warehouse setup Machinery management Supplier relationship management Infra Management Supplier identification Cost management Inventory management New product development Purchase management Negotiation skills Effective communication skills Leadership skills Team Management Administration compliance.Managing a team of Admin, Project Material Purchase, Project Installation & Commissioning along with purchase of consumables essential for warehousing operations across West Region. Responsible for Supplier development, evaluation and innovate solutions for increasing efficiency of warehousing operations. Implementation of purchase process as per ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13484:2003. Competent, diligent, result oriented professional, offering exposure of 11 years & 4 Months across procurement, administration, packaging and material management; currently spearheading as Purchase & Administration Manager with Parekh Integrated Services Pvt. Ltd. Dexterity in developing vendors and leading cross functional teams, negotiating contracts, developing long term commodity strategies, managing working capital and complete cost analysis Proven ability to ensure that a company enjoys a competitive edge when compared to their competitors by securing the best quality, price and terms from suppliers. Expertise in providing advice, information to the Curators and Education Officers with regard to the best quality of material available in the market, supplier’s capability and performance An effective communicator with exceptional analytical, technical, negotiation and client relationship management skills with the ability to relate to people at any level of business and management. Key Expertise Areas: Material management Warehouse setup Machinery management Supplier relationship management Infra Management Supplier identification Cost management Inventory management New product development Purchase management Negotiation skills Effective communication skills Leadership skills Team Management Administration compliance.
Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.
Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.
Responsible for overseeing the procurement process for all construction materials including cement, flyash, steel, metal, bricks, tiles, plumbing materials, and consumables for Soham Builders Ltd. in the real estate and construction industries.
Working closely with the project management team to ensure the timely delivery of all necessary materials for construction projects.
Evaluating suppliers and negotiating contracts to ensure competitive pricing and quality of materials.
Maintaining inventory levels and tracking usage to ensure optimal usage and reduce waste.
Liaising with vendors and suppliers to resolve any issues or concerns that may arise during the procurement process.
Monitoring market trends and fluctuations in pricing to make informed purchasing decisions.
Conducting regular audits of the procurement process to identify areas for improvement and implementing new processes or procedures as needed.
Collaborating with other departments such as accounting, project management, and operations to ensure that procurement processes are aligned with company goals and objectives.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all procurement transactions and producing regular reports for management.Responsible for overseeing the procurement process for all construction materials including cement, flyash, steel, metal, bricks, tiles, plumbing materials, and consumables for Soham Builders Ltd. in the real estate and construction industries. Working closely with the project management team to ensure the timely delivery of all necessary materials for construction projects. Evaluating suppliers and negotiating contracts to ensure competitive pricing and quality of materials. Maintaining inventory levels and tracking usage to ensure optimal usage and reduce waste. Liaising with vendors and suppliers to resolve any issues or concerns that may arise during the procurement process. Monitoring market trends and fluctuations in pricing to make informed purchasing decisions. Conducting regular audits of the procurement process to identify areas for improvement and implementing new processes or procedures as needed. Collaborating with other departments such as accounting, project management, and operations to ensure that procurement processes are aligned with company goals and objectives. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all procurement transactions and producing regular reports for management.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
STORE KEEPER DEPARTMENT:
Maintaining records of Store's Inward Outward, Internal Issue, Housekeeping, Engineering Material, Electronic Material & Raw Material.
Receiving incoming material, checking quantity and sending it to the Quality Department.
Keeping Material Requisition Form and Purchase Order records.
Preparing GRN and keeping records.
Preparing daily, monthly, and quarterly stock reports for the HOD.
Maintaining minimum & maximum stock levels and reporting to the Purchase Department.
Keeping all records as per ISO 9001:2000 standard.
Following up with suppliers from time to time for rejection material.
PURCHASE DEPARTMENT:
Negotiating and following up on materials with vendors.
Performing routine and periodic activities of the Purchase Department.
Identifying and selecting suppliers based on requirements, obtaining quotations, finalizing technical and commercial scope, negotiating with suppliers, and releasing purchase orders.
Coordinating with suppliers and internal customers for delivery monitoring.
Participating in cross-functional teams, evaluating and monitoring supplier performance.
Participating in supplier development and new product development.
Keeping track of changes in government policies and interacting with the overseas purchase office.I worked as a Senior Purchase & Store Department employee with Hindustan Platinum Pvt. Ltd. from June 1, 2005 to December 3, 2008. My job profile included the following responsibilities: STORE KEEPER DEPARTMENT: Maintaining records of Store's Inward Outward, Internal Issue, Housekeeping, Engineering Material, Electronic Material & Raw Material. Receiving incoming material, checking quantity and sending it to the Quality Department. Keeping Material Requisition Form and Purchase Order records. Preparing GRN and keeping records. Preparing daily, monthly, and quarterly stock reports for the HOD. Maintaining minimum & maximum stock levels and reporting to the Purchase Department. Keeping all records as per ISO 9001:2000 standard. Following up with suppliers from time to time for rejection material. PURCHASE DEPARTMENT: Negotiating and following up on materials with vendors. Performing routine and periodic activities of the Purchase Department. Identifying and selecting suppliers based on requirements, obtaining quotations, finalizing technical and commercial scope, negotiating with suppliers, and releasing purchase orders. Coordinating with suppliers and internal customers for delivery monitoring. Participating in cross-functional teams, evaluating and monitoring supplier performance. Participating in supplier development and new product development. Keeping track of changes in government policies and interacting with the overseas purchase office.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Education
MBA - MATERIAL MANAGEMENT
INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND RETAIL MANAGEMENT
B. COM - undefined
MUMBAI UNIVERSITY
HSC - undefined
Kolhapur Board
BBA - Management Information Systems
DBJ Collage
Chiplun
06.2003 - 06.2004
MBA - Material Management
DBJ Collage
Chiplun
07.2008 - 06.2009
Skills
Analytical and presentation skills Improve collaboration and…undefined
Additional Information
CERTIFICATION & AWARDS
, Microsoft Excel – Udemy (July 2022)
Star Performer Award - Mahindra Logistics Limited (July 2021)
Kudos Award for Exceeding Expectations DB Schenker (July 2018)
Thane Cricket Club - Runner Up (Jan 2010)