FIRNAS AHAMED
Sourcing Manager
Chennai,TN
Summary
Sourcing Manager with hands-on experience in RFQs, vendor assessments, and driving cost savings. Managed a team of engineers and led sourcing for NPI programs. Strong in BOM analysis and supplier negotiations. Certified Internal Auditor for AS 9100 and ISO 9001, with solid knowledge of supplier compliance and quality standards. Known for building supplier relationships and executing efficient sourcing strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sourcing Manager
Avalon Technologies Ltd
12.2018 - Current
- Led a team of 6 high-performing engineers, driving consistent achievement of department KPIs.
- Reviewed multi-level BOMs, PCBs, and custom drawings to prepare accurate quotes and align with suppliers on technical specifications.
- Identified and finalized suitable vendors based on cost, lead time, and Incoterms, and led contract negotiations to secure favorable pricing, terms, and SLAs.
- Handled contingency sourcing for hard-to-find parts.
- Drove dual sourcing to ensure supply continuity, understand long-lead drivers, and develop lead time mitigation strategies.
- Onboarded new vendors through structured Assessment forms and Audits, if necessary.
- Achieved 15% cost reduction through negotiation, alternate part suggestion, volume consolidation and supplier localization .
- Built and maintained strategic relationships with 20+ global suppliers across key electronic categories.
- Executed end-to-end NPI projects, aligning sourcing activities with the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process.
- Maintained strong stakeholder relationships across Engineering, SCM, and Quality teams.
- Transitioned NPI projects to the SCM team by finalizing sources for mass production.
- Prepared and maintained quarterly MIS reports for visibility into sourcing performance.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Education
B.Tech - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Crescent Institute of Science & Technology
Chennai, India01-2018
Skills
- Global Sourcing
- RFQ and RFP Management
- BOM Analysis
- Cost Analysis & Should Costing
- Cost Negotiation
- Lead Time Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cost Savings
- Contract Negotiation
- SAP Materials Management
- NPI Sourcing & Ordering
- Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Assessment & Qualification
- Dual-sourcing & Risk Mitigation
- Stakeholder Management
- Microsoft Office
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management & Prioritization
Certification
ISO 9001 Internal Auditor – Certified
AS 9100 Internal Auditor – Certified
Accomplishments
- Experienced in managing over 250+ RFQs, with expertise in analyzing BOMs, collecting quotes, and negotiating with suppliers.
- Negotiated 15% reduction in BOM costs, saving $250,000 over a quarter.
- Reduced lead time by 30% through dual sourcing and proactive supplier engagement.
- Qualified 10+ critical suppliers, meeting inspection and special process requirements.
- Automated quotation process, reducing task completion time by 25%.
- Enabled smooth transition from NPI to volume for 10+ programs by securing stable sources.
- Achieved vendor consolidation enhancing supply chain by 25%.
Timeline
Sourcing Manager
Avalon Technologies Ltd
12.2018 - Current
B.Tech - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Crescent Institute of Science & Technology
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