Dilip N
Bangalore,Karnataka
Summary
Results-driven Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist with 5+ years of experience in end-to-end procurement, sourcing, contract negotiation, inventory control, and production planning in renewable energy and manufacturing sectors. Demonstrates expertise in vendor management, cost analysis, SAP MM S/4 HANA, and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence. Adept at optimizing processes to deliver measurable cost savings and ensure production continuity. Seeking to leverage procurement and planning skills in a growth-oriented organization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Buyer/Planner
Armstrong Fluid Technology
Bangalore, Karnataka
11.2024 - Current
- Procured raw materials, machined components, and bought-out parts, ensuring uninterrupted production with zero line stoppages.
- Reviewed and analyzed standard cost changes, driving cost optimization and improved budget control.
- Maintained optimum inventory levels, reducing holding costs while ensuring 100% material availability.
- Monitored Purchase Price Variance (PPV), freight variance, and part inward flow to improve cost predictability and production efficiency.
- Built and sustained long-term supplier relationships, enhancing quality consistency and securing competitive pricing.
- Developed and executed production plans, consistently achieving 100% On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
- Collaborated with Logistics, Finance, and Sourcing teams to resolve bottlenecks and ensure smooth supply flow.
- Created and presented operational dashboards for leadership, enabling faster, data-driven decision-making.
- Provided accurate lead time confirmations for customer inquiries, ensuring timely and precise order bookings.
- Maintained complete, audit-ready procurement documentation and accurate ERP master data for suppliers, items, and purchase orders.
- Streamlined project timelines, coordinating with multiple departments to ensure on-time delivery of planning initiatives.
- Championed development of comprehensive emergency response plan, enhancing organizational preparedness for unforeseen events.
Senior Executive
Ayana Renewable Power Pvt Ltd
Bangalore, Karnataka
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Managed procurement activities for solar O&M and IoT projects, sourcing materials, equipment, and services from qualified vendors.
- Floated and managed RFQs and RFPs, ensuring accurate product specifications and service requirements were communicated to vendors.
- Conducted comprehensive market research and supplier evaluations, identifying potential vendors and establishing long-term partnerships.
- Supported selection of suppliers by preparing management approval notes (MAN) with justification for supplier selection for higher authority reviews.
- Analysed bid proposals, prepared detailed bid tabulation reports for management, and assisted in decision-making for supplier selection.
- Supported contract negotiations and managed procurement contracts to maximise cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
- Created and managed purchase orders, followed up with vendors for timely delivery, and resolved discrepancies or delays in supply chain.
- Coordinated with suppliers and visited factories to expedite materials, ensuring timely delivery of critical components to avoid project delays.
- Collaborated with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to understand and fulfil material and service requirements efficiently.
- Maintained accurate procurement documentation including RFQs, contracts, purchase orders, and supplier communications.
- Generated regular procurement reports for senior management and tracked procurement KPIs and metrics for performance improvement.
- Coordinated with the finance team for invoice reconciliation and ensured accurate and timely processing of supplier payments.
- Helped manage procurement budgets by providing cost estimates and implementing cost control measures to improve efficiency.
- Guided suppliers in creating Corrective Action Plans (CAP) for performance improvement based on performance reviews.
Procurement Specialist
Hitachi Energy
Bangalore, IN
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Created and managed eSourcing events for direct and indirect purchasing requirements, ensuring transparency and cost competitiveness.
- Floated RFPs and RFQs, analyzed vendor quotes, and negotiated contracts to secure best value while meeting quality standards.
- Maintained and updated vendor profiles in SAP, streamlining procurement processes for efficient workflows.
- Conducted bid analysis evaluating pricing, technical compliance, delivery timelines, and supplier capacity to finalize optimal vendors.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Finance, and Operations to handle PR to PO processes efficiently.
- Managed purchase requisitions, purchase orders, order acknowledgements, and delivery tracking in SAP MM and Ariba.
- Ensured on-time material availability to meet production schedules, avoiding line stoppages or project delays.
- Assisted in supplier onboarding processes, ensuring compliance with company standards and policies.
- Monitored supplier performance, supported audits, and engaged vendors in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participated in procurement review meetings to analyses KPIs, cost reduction targets, and supplier performance metrics.
- Supported process improvement initiatives within the SCM department to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
07.2013 - 08.2018
Skills
- SAP MM S/4 HANA
- Negotiation
- Techno-Commercial
- Cost Reduction & Efficiency Optimisation
- Vendor Development
- Procurement & Sourcing
- Production Planning & Control
- Inventory Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved Best Employee Award for achieving the highest annual savings of 15% on USD 15 million spend.
- Contributed significantly to SAP implementation and trained teammates.
Languages
English
Kannada
Personal Information
Title: PROCUREMENT
Certification
SAP MM Course Certificate
PMP Course Certificate
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteTimeline
Buyer/Planner - Armstrong Fluid Technology
11.2024 - Current
Senior Executive - Ayana Renewable Power Pvt Ltd
11.2023 - 09.2024
Procurement Specialist - Hitachi Energy
03.2020 - 07.2022
Sapthagiri College of Engineering - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
07.2013 - 08.2018
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