Kumar Mehta
Procurement Lead
Ahmedabad
Summary
Dynamic sourcing lead with a proven track record at Adani Group, excelling in strategic sourcing and supplier evaluation. Expert in cost negotiation and fostering supplier relationships, driving significant improvements in procurement efficiency. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, optimizing processes, and enhancing supplier performance to align with organizational goals. Exposure of Projects and Business Development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Lead
Adani TotalEngergies E-Mobility Limited
03.2023 - Current
- Developing Procurement Strategy, Processes, Supplier, and Contractor Ecosystem for new business of EV Charging Infrastructure.
- Competency building and governance.
- Contributing to other functions - Projects and Business Development by taking up end-to-end responsibility from bidding to billing for setting up charging infrastructure in the discom area of AEML.
- Supporting business development in various B2G and B2B opportunities as part of the core team.
- Representation and advocacy in various center and state government initiatives for promotion of entry transition in the mobility sector.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Achievement: Have established and stabilized the procurement methodology, along with KPIs for new business, with a lean team, excellent cost benchmarks, and the highest level of governance.
Sourcing Lead
Adani Total Gas Limited
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Led sourcing initiatives to identify and evaluate suppliers, enhancing the quality of procurement processes and outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement strategic sourcing strategies, resulting in improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering long-term partnerships.
- Conducted market analysis to identify trends and opportunities, driving informed decision-making in sourcing strategies.
- Category: Special Projects, Electrical and Instrumentation, Biogas Plant
- Key Achievements : SOUL-Digital Business Platform, GIS and Biogas Projects at Barsana
Mamlatdar & Executive Magistrate
Gujarat Govt
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Facilitated land revenue collection processes, ensuring timely execution and compliance with governmental regulations and policies.
- Coordinated community engagement initiatives to resolve local disputes, enhancing relationships and community trust with prompt resolutions.
- Managed the implementation of welfare schemes, improving access to government benefits for underprivileged populations in the region.
Procurement Manager
Adani Group
01.2010 - 12.2018
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives, resulting in improved supplier performance and cost savings.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with key suppliers, enhancing alignment with organizational objectives and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
- Developed and maintained strong supplier relationships, fostering collaboration that led to innovative solutions and improved service delivery.
- Analyzed market trends and supplier capabilities, enabling data-driven decision-making that optimized procurement strategies and reduced lead times.
Maintenance Engineer
Essar Group
05.2006 - 01.2010
- Implemented preventive maintenance strategies, significantly reducing equipment downtime and extending asset lifespan in operations.
- Conducted detailed inspections and diagnostics, identifying critical repairs that enhanced operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance processes, resulting in improved workflow and reduced operational costs.
Project Engineer
Essar Group
08.2004 - 05.2006
- Led project planning and execution for multiple engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical challenges, enhancing project efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive project schedules, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing downtime throughout project lifecycles.
- Conducted rigorous risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies, significantly reducing potential project delays and cost overruns.
Education
PGDPM - Project Management
ICFAI
Morbi06-2003
PGDPM - Project Management
ICFAI
Delhi 05.2001 -
Skills
Strategic sourcing
Competency Building
Cost negotiation
Supplier relationship management
Process optimization
Contract management
Risk assessment
Project management
Technical challenge resolution
Accomplishments
1. Scored 96.7 percentile in GATE 2004.
2. Cleared Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) Class 1-2 Exam Thrice in 2017, 2019 and 2020 with Rank as 167, 78 and 125.
2. Have been awarded as best employee in 2012 in APSEZ.
Timeline
Sourcing Lead
Adani TotalEngergies E-Mobility Limited
03.2023 - Current
Sourcing Lead
Adani Total Gas Limited
06.2020 - 02.2023
Mamlatdar & Executive Magistrate
Gujarat Govt
12.2018 - 02.2020
Procurement Manager
Adani Group
01.2010 - 12.2018
Maintenance Engineer
Essar Group
05.2006 - 01.2010
Project Engineer
Essar Group
08.2004 - 05.2006
PGDPM - Project Management
ICFAI
05.2001 -
PGDPM - Project Management
ICFAI