Kuldip Patil
Vadodara
Summary
Accomplished supply chain manager with strong expertise in strategic sourcing and vendor development. Adept at implementing cost-saving measures and optimizing inventory management to support organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager Supply Chain & Sourcing
IDEX India Pvt. Ltd.
Vadodara
02.2022 - Current
- Leading sourcing & supply chain operations, supplier development, and localization projects aligned with business and compliance goals.
Sr. Engineer – Production Planning & Control
Shefield Technoplast Pvt. Ltd.
Vadodara
09.2016 - 02.2022
- Directed quality assurance processes, supplier quality improvement, and certification readiness (PPAP, APQP, FMEA).
Inspector Engineer
ND Tech Inspection Services
Vadodara
11.2013 - 09.2016
- Conducted third-party inspections (UT, RT, MPT, LPT), ensuring compliance with international quality standards.
Diploma Trainee Engineer
Chassis Brakes International Ltd.
Jalgaon
02.2012 - 11.2013
- Supported production & quality teams in automotive component manufacturing.
Education
B.E. - Mechanical
N.M.K. COET
Jalgaon01.2016
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -
Gulabrao Devkar Polytechnic
Jalgaon01.2011
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Vendor Development & Negotiation
- Localization & Cost Reduction
- Inventory & Logistics Management
- Quality Management Tools (Kaizen, 5S, SPC, Poka-Yoke, 8D)
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- AOP & Sales Forecasting
Accomplishments
- Led localization initiatives under the Make in India vision, developing 22 products with an average cost saving of 57%.
- Reduced inventory by 22% by implementing VMI contracts and EOZ stock liquidation strategies.
- Negotiated with global & local suppliers, securing cost savings while maintaining high quality and supplier partnerships.
- Collaborated with global business units (US, UK, Germany, China) and EXIM teams, reducing freight costs and expediting customs clearances.
- Developed in-house UL testing setup within 3 months, saving ₹71 lakhs compared to imported alternatives.
- Secured NFPA 1961, UL & BIS certifications for critical products, enabling smooth market access and compliance.
- Conducted spend analysis & zero-based costing, aligning sourcing strategies with AOP targets to achieve PBIT goals.
- Improved supplier delivery performance by driving corrective actions from performance reviews, enhancing on-time delivery rates.
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- IMS Internal Auditor (QMS, EHS & OHSAS)
- ASNT Level-II (UT, RT, MPT, LPT)
Timeline
Manager Supply Chain & Sourcing
IDEX India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2022 - Current
Sr. Engineer – Production Planning & Control
Shefield Technoplast Pvt. Ltd.
09.2016 - 02.2022
Inspector Engineer
ND Tech Inspection Services
11.2013 - 09.2016
Diploma Trainee Engineer
Chassis Brakes International Ltd.
02.2012 - 11.2013
B.E. - Mechanical
N.M.K. COET
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -
Gulabrao Devkar Polytechnic
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