CHETAN THOKE
PUNE
Summary
Leveraging extensive project management experience within Supplier Management, I’ve led multiple transformation and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing and fostering process and cross-functional collaboration. I played a crucial role in shaping the planning and strategy and building team capabilities in alignment with business goals. Coordination within global programs. Adept at driving procurement efficiency, implementing cost-saving initiatives, and contributing to high-impact transformation projects. Proven track record in managing supplier bases, optimizing supply chains, and aligning operational strategies with business objectives. Strong communicator with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships at senior levels and lead teams through complex, dynamic environments
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Analyst
Tetra Pak India
2019.02 - Current
- Being Business Expert (BEx).I’ve led execution of the supplier maintenance roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy, risk management, and quality requirements
- Driven process improvements and procurement efficiency through collaboration with key stakeholders.
- Experience in high-level stakeholder management and strategic decision-making.
- Has Led a World-Class Manufacturing (WCM) project with set targets achieved within the timeframe using various, PSM Methodologies, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)
- I have driven the RPA implementation project from scratch, which has helped automate 55% of the total volumes.
- Was part of ServiceNow implementation project.
- Developed dashboards to track productivity and expedite remediation of issues in ServiceNow.
- Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration that led to successful operational efficiencies.
- I have led the Value Stream Mapping project for all the major processes within the shared service center.
- Enhanced procurement strategy by synthesizing complex data into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
- Have worked in all the below fields of supply chain management, viz. Sourcing and Contracting, ECC contracts, PIR management, Supplier maintenance, PR to PO.
- In-depth knowledge of SAP, Ariba, MS Office, sound knowledge of Power BI, and using BO.
- Identified improvement opportunities to effectively meet customer and business needs.
- Drafted documents that outlined processes, procedures, and best practices related to analytics projects.
- Led meetings with stakeholders to discuss objectives, strategies, timelines, budgets.
- Collaborated with IT teams on implementation of new tools and technologies related to analytics initiatives.
- Developed training materials for end users on proper usage of analytical tools and applications.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with other senior analysts to develop innovative solutions, following best practices as per stakeholder needs.
- Monitored performance metrics associated with existing data solutions and recommended improvements when necessary.
- Tested newly implemented RPA applications to validate operability.
- Participated in regular meetings with management to assess and address issues and identify and implement improvements.
Process Specialist
Infosys
2017.07 - 2019.01
- Driven Cost Saving Projects (TCO Projects, Dual Source Analysis, Tail consolidation)
- Cost-out and cost avoidance driven direct and indirect sourcing projects.
- Led spend analysis projects, driving data analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimizing procurement strategies for direct materials.
- Perform general and targeted spend analysis by generating data from SAP and make recommendations regarding sourcing strategies to maximize cost savings.
- Assisted category managers with supplier contracts, vendor management, and procurement reporting.
- Prepared comprehensive dashboards to track spend data, contracts, and supplier performance.
- Identify, Lead and Drive Complex Sourcing Projects across Global sites (EMEA & America regions)
- RFI/RFQ Management – Request RFI/RFQ from suppliers.
- In-depth Analysis of RFQs, Preparation of Sourcing workbook, and recommendation to Commodity Managers on preferred sourcing solutions.
- Report Management – Generate and Analyze different sourcing reports for Global Commodity Managers and Leadership Team.
- Worked on different indirect sourcing projects such as professional services, MRO supplies, and packaging.
- Analyze technical data, designs, preliminary specifications, and availability of parts and equipment.
- Responsible for the investigation of potential suppliers and vendors for the effective sourcing and procurement of cost-effective parts.
- Creating an E-RFQ event on SAP-ARIBA.
- Creating the bid summary of suppliers' quotations and providing the best solution to the category manager, based on quote analysis..
- Develop, plan, and execute direct material cost-out projects for Tail and other spend.
- Driving spend data analytics to identify opportunities for sourcing.
- Formatting, analyzing, and updating spend data received from various markets into one standard dashboard.
- Publishing RFP events to find qualifying private brand suppliers using SAP-ARIBA.
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain leadership team, Category managers to develop programs and strategies, maintain vendor relationships, acquire discounts, and gain access to new part and supply resources.
- Performed root cause analysis on process issues, developed corrective action plans, and monitored results.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the organization regarding process initiatives.
- Evaluated current business practices and processes and made recommendations for improvement as needed.
- Coached staff on best practices in order to optimize their performance while meeting objectives.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion of tasks
SCM Executive
Orbit Tech Sol
2015.11 - 2017.07
- Led sourcing projects for indirect materials and IT hardware, managing supplier contracts and logistics
- Developed vendor relationships, negotiated contracts, and improved supply chain efficiency
- Monitored procurement operations, ensuring timely delivery and cost control
- Assist the leads/Category Managers with contracts/agreements and acts as a resource to Category Managers
- Preparing weekly and monthly reports/dashboards for stakeholders and top Management
- Developing reports on procurement and usage of material for top management
- Contract management: Making contracts with logistics and other vendors and maintaining contracts using ARIBA contracts workspace.
Sourcing Associate
VIS Automation Solutions
2014.06 - 2015.10
- Managed sourcing projects for machine parts, conducted cost estimations, and prepared BOMs
- Evaluated and selected vendors based on performance, pricing, and project timelines
- Coordinated with vendors for the timely manufacturing and delivery of components
- Updating Contracts into SAP
- Contracts and VMD data updates
- Supplier Maintenance
- Checking contracts and compliance documents, risk and compliance, vendor screening and vendor evaluation.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering & Management
University Of Pune06.2014
Diploma in Computer Science(MSBTE) - Computer Science
GHRC Polytechnic, Nagpur (MSBTE)
Nagpur, IndiaSkills
- Supplier Relationship Management,
- Responsible Sourcing
- Sourcing Strategy & Supply
- Project Planning and Development
- Business process reengineering
- Data Analysis
- Fact-Based Negotiation
- Market Analysis
- Spend Analysis
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Contract Lifecycle Management.
- Productivity Improvement
- Cross-Functional Coordination.
Accomplishments
- Implementation and Monitoring of RPA project has led to bringing in 50% of the offerings Automated (10 out of 20) and 55% of the total volumes automated which saved lot of FTEs
- WCM and Value stream mapping process has brought in 25% increase in productivity and 5 days reduction in Total Turnaround time than before
- ServiceNow implementation and Dashboard developments for reporting has brought increase of 70% efficiency and automated reporting process without any manual intervention
- Implemented process improvements leading to cost savings and enhanced supplier performance
- Have received Bravos and appreciations from various stakeholders from various regions and categories.
Certification
- Pursuing Project Management Professional Certification – Google
- Pursuing Business Transformation Certification – IBM
- Data Analytics and Power BI Certificate – Infosys
- Level 2 Certificate in Supply Chain Management – Infosys
- Advanced Excel and Macros – Infosys
- Advanced Power Point - Certification
- Presentation and Communication Skills – Tetra Pak
Personal Information and Hobbies
- Name: Chetan Achyut Thoke
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
- Hobbies: Web Surfing, Music (Singing, Piano), Swimming, Cricket
Timeline
Senior Analyst
Tetra Pak India
2019.02 - Current
Process Specialist
Infosys
2017.07 - 2019.01
SCM Executive
Orbit Tech Sol
2015.11 - 2017.07
Sourcing Associate
VIS Automation Solutions
2014.06 - 2015.10
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering & Management
Diploma in Computer Science(MSBTE) - Computer Science
GHRC Polytechnic, Nagpur (MSBTE)
- Pursuing Project Management Professional Certification – Google
- Pursuing Business Transformation Certification – IBM
- Data Analytics and Power BI Certificate – Infosys
- Level 2 Certificate in Supply Chain Management – Infosys
- Advanced Excel and Macros – Infosys
- Advanced Power Point - Certification
- Presentation and Communication Skills – Tetra Pak
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