Atul Sharma
Purchasing Manager
Summary
Experienced Procurement and Supply Chain professional with strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills. Skilled in training and mentoring employees to efficiently manage daily operations and meet customer needs. Results-driven with exceptional management abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4044
4044
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager - Raw Material Purchasing
Continental India Pvt. Ltd
05.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Global Procurement: Managing a €58 million raw material purchasing portfolio across major continents for tire production
- RMDP Leadership: Serving as a Local Key User (LKU) for Raw Material Demand Planning (RMDP)
- Supplier Management: Building strong supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and conducting audits for quality and compliance
- Cost Optimization: Leading cost-saving initiatives and reducing transportation-related costs like detention and demurrage
- Team Leadership: Managing and training teams of buyers and custom clearance staff to enhance performance
- Process and Budget Improvement: Enhancing procurement systems, controlling inventory, and preparing budgets through market research
- Problem Solving and Efficiency: Applying critical thinking, issue-resolution skills, and time management to meet organizational goals
- Global Procurement: Managing a €58 million raw material purchasing portfolio across major continents for tire production
Purchase Executive/Officer
Continental India Pvt. Ltd
07.2015 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: Non-Production Material Procurement: Oversaw procurement of non-production materials in coordination with central purchasing to ensure smooth operations
- Vendor Management: Secured competitive pricing and fast service for machinery, equipment, spares, supplies, and services through effective vendor management
- Advisory Role: Collaborated with departments to guide purchasing policies and procedures
- Budget Management: Developed and oversaw a $14 million purchasing budget, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with operational goals
- Cost Savings: Achieved over $1 million in cost reductions while maintaining production levels and enhancing supply quality
- Continuous Improvement: Implemented programs to streamline processes, reduce non-value-added tasks, and enhance operational efficiency
- Market and Logistics Oversight: Conducted market research for pricing strategies, monitored open purchase orders, and resolved logistics challenges for timely deliveries
- Non-Production Material Procurement: Oversaw procurement of non-production materials in coordination with central purchasing to ensure smooth operations
Accounts Executive
Continental India Pvt Ltd
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Company Overview: Tax Compliance: Managed tax payments, tracked returns, and oversaw nationwide tax MIS
- Financial Reporting: Published periodic financial reports with stakeholders
- Audit Coordination: Worked with auditors and conducted cross-functional audits
- Tax Strategy: Identified tax-saving opportunities and assisted with tax forecasting
- Tax Compliance: Managed tax payments, tracked returns, and oversaw nationwide tax MIS
Accountant
MRF Ltd
06.2009 - 04.2013
- Company Overview: Accounting Management: Handled full accounting for the $4 million valuation of the regional sales office
- Supply Chain Oversight: Managed the complete supply chain operations for the region
- MIS Reporting: Prepared management information system (MIS) reports for top management
- Cash and Expense Management: Conducted daily cash operations, including A/P and A/R tracking, budgeting, payroll, and reconciliations
- Accounting Management: Handled full accounting for the $4 million valuation of the regional sales office
Operational Assistant
Tarang Telecom Pvt Ltd
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Company Overview: Management Support: Assisted management with key business operations
- Supply Monitoring: Monitored and ordered office supplies to ensure availability
- Customer Service: Improved customer service by resolving issues promptly
- Administrative & Financial Tasks: Handled administrative, financial, and service-related responsibilities
- Office Purchasing: Managed office purchasing while adhering to budgets and deadlines
- Management Support: Assisted management with key business operations
Education
Graduate Diploma - Material Management
India Institute of Material Management
PG Diploma - Supply Chain Management
Symbiosis Center for Distance Learning
PG Diploma - Business Administration in Finance (Taxation)
Symbiosis Center for Distance Learning
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Udai Pratap Automation College
Varanasi, UPCertificate of Higher Education - Strategic Thinking and Leading Organization
Indian Institute of Management
Skills
Procurement & Supply Chain Management
Team Leadership
Teamwork
Interpersonal Communication
Strategic Planning
Problem-Solving
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Expertise in EPR Systems
Accomplishments
- Natural Rubber Localization
- Transportation cost reduction
- Top Talent of LEAP – 'Leadership Engagement and Acceleration Program'
- Fabric alternative source development with cost saving
- Employee of the Month (Twice)
- Employee of the Year (Nominated)
- Procurement in-charge for TBR and PLT expansion plant
- Catalog implementation for spares and service
Certification
SAP Hana Simple Logistics
Reading and Physical Training
I enjoy reading history, self-help, and spiritual books. Staying active through strength training, cycling, walking, and running is part of my daily routine.
Timeline
Manager - Raw Material Purchasing
Continental India Pvt. Ltd
05.2022 - Current
SAP Hana Simple Logistics
07-2021
Purchase Executive/Officer
Continental India Pvt. Ltd
07.2015 - 04.2022
Accounts Executive
Continental India Pvt Ltd
04.2013 - 06.2015
Accountant
MRF Ltd
06.2009 - 04.2013
Operational Assistant
Tarang Telecom Pvt Ltd
08.2008 - 05.2009
PG Diploma - Supply Chain Management
Symbiosis Center for Distance Learning
PG Diploma - Business Administration in Finance (Taxation)
Symbiosis Center for Distance Learning
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Udai Pratap Automation College
Graduate Diploma - Material Management
India Institute of Material Management
Certificate of Higher Education - Strategic Thinking and Leading Organization
Indian Institute of Management