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Israr  Khan

Israr Khan

Pune

Summary

Dynamic Lead Buyer and Materials Planner with extensive experience in optimizing procurement strategies and logistics. Successfully led teams to enhance operational efficiency and implemented initiatives resulting in significant cost reductions and improved supplier relationships.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Buyer, Materials Planner & Logistics

Eaton Industrial Systems Pvt. Ltd
Pune
07.2010 - Current

Managed planning and logistics for direct materials across domestic and import suppliers.

Oversaw team of planning and logistics controllers to ensure operational efficiency.

Scheduled material deliveries based on demand, lead times, and inventory levels.

Released schedules in Oracle and communicated updates to suppliers effectively.

Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely material supply, achieving zero downtime.

Tracked supplier performance monthly against IATF audit norms for on-time delivery.

Implemented Supplier Visualization initiative to optimize inbound logistics and inventory management.

Led packaging improvement project focused on cost reduction and efficiency enhancement.

Head - Materials

Cummins Exhaust India Limited
Daman
10.2009 - 06.2010

Managed purchasing of silencer child components, both domestic and imported.

Oversaw procurement of sheet metals and bending tubes to ensure quality supply.

Executed inventory management practices to maintain optimal stock levels.

  • Maintained visual stock control and accurate records for job work accounting.
  • Implemented 5S, Kanban, and FIFO methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated sub-contracting processes and vendor stock management effectively.
  • Streamlined material movement and logistics to support production demands.

Sourcing Analyst, Jr. Manager

Cummins India Limited - Plant-I
Pune
03.2002 - 09.2009

Demonstrated sound knowledge of procurement processes for direct and indirect parts.

Executed indirect purchasing through ARIBA to optimize procurement efficiency.

Evolved sourcing strategy for fabricated components, enhancing supplier engagement.

Enhanced supplier capacity in alignment with annual operating plans.

Implemented value package introduction projects effectively to improve product offerings.

Managed planning and events for annual supplier conferences and recognition programs.

Analyzed and reviewed new part development for fabrication components.

Conducted mapping of current and future purchasing processes using Six Sigma, Kaizen, Kanban methodologies.

Associate

Tata Cummins Limited
Jamshedpur
09.1999 - 02.2002

Received and processed all types of materials, including direct and indirect parts.

Executed GRN process and posted parts efficiently.

Sorted and segregated parts according to commodity categories.

Stored materials accurately in designated locations.

Dispatched finished goods and other materials per invoice requirements.

Reduced downtime by ensuring timely delivery of materials to engine assembly.

Conducted perpetual inventory cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels.

Implemented Kanban pull card system to prevent parts shortages.

Education

MBA - Operations Management

SYMBIOSIS
Pune
06-2016

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic
Pune
04-2009

Master of Science - Organic Chemistry

R K College
Madhubani
05-1993

Diploma in Information Management - Computer And Information Systems

National Institute of Information Technology
Jamshedpur
03-1990

B. E. - Industrial Engineering

Indian Institute of Industrial Engineering
Navi Mumbai

Skills

  • Supply chain management
  • Oracle scheduling
  • Inventory optimization
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Logistics coordination
  • Procurement strategies
  • Vendor performance tracking
  • Material planning
  • Project management
  • Global procurement
  • Spend analysis
  • Purchasing strategy
  • Forecasting
  • Customer service
  • Purchasing expertise
  • Delivery management
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Database maintenance
  • Continuous process improvements
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Decision-making

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Native
Native

Accomplishments


•Got recognition - Plant Cross-functional team along with OPEX IT team & External supplier collaborated to delivers seamless transition from manual process to automated scanner-based transactions on making GRN through ASN Bar code
•Got recognition – VG & e-Mobility APAC Quarterly employee awards
on 29th Sept 21 for Growth through customer satisfaction
• Got recognition towards demonstrated high passion to Manage Supplier receipt during the steep ramp up, 2018
• Got appreciation of valuable contribution towards successful
localization of 6 and 9 Speed Synchronizers at VGI Truck
Ranjangaon in Sep 2016
• Successful localization of 6 Speed and 9 Speed Synchronizers
(Saving of Rs. 9000 per transmission)
• Recognizes for implementation of returnable bins at Supplier end
(Davi Engineering, Sanjeev Auto, Trinity Engineering, Trinity India &
Devgiri Forgings)
• Successfully implemented Supplier Viz at EATON, Ranjangaon
• CIL Capital Asset Management – Achieved Grade ‘A' from Grade ‘D'
- Cummins India Limited, Pune
• Got Chairman & Managing Director award (CMD award) in 2007 for
the Field of Innovation at Cummins India Limited, Pune. Successfully
installation of 6 Cylinder new assembly line at Cummins India
Limited, Plant II, Viman Nagar with capacity of 20 Per/day FROM 4
Engines per day, Cummins India Limited, Pune
• Successfully conducted Supplier Conference for 5 Years at Cummins
India Limited, Pune

Timeline

Lead Buyer, Materials Planner & Logistics

Eaton Industrial Systems Pvt. Ltd
07.2010 - Current

Head - Materials

Cummins Exhaust India Limited
10.2009 - 06.2010

Sourcing Analyst, Jr. Manager

Cummins India Limited - Plant-I
03.2002 - 09.2009

Associate

Tata Cummins Limited
09.1999 - 02.2002

MBA - Operations Management

SYMBIOSIS

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic

Master of Science - Organic Chemistry

R K College

Diploma in Information Management - Computer And Information Systems

National Institute of Information Technology

B. E. - Industrial Engineering

Indian Institute of Industrial Engineering
Israr Khan