Maneesh Kumar
Rohtak
Summary
Dynamic Commodity Manager with a proven track record at Gates Corporation, excelling in strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations. Expert in cost reduction and process efficiency, achieving significant savings through innovative category strategies. Strong leadership skills complemented by advanced SAP MM proficiency, driving team performance and optimizing procurement outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Commodity Manager – Indirect Sourcing
Gates Corporation, Gates India Pvt Ltd
Gurugram, Haryana
01.2026 - Current
- Developed and executed sourcing strategies to enhance supplier negotiations and performance management.
- Initiated supplier consolidation projects, achieving significant cost savings.
- Analyzed market data to pinpoint opportunities for cost reduction in commodity sourcing.
- Coordinated procurement strategies to align with organizational objectives and respond to market shifts.
- Managed supplier relationships to secure optimal product availability and quality standards.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to evaluate new project supplies and assess impacts on purchasing activities.
- Oversaw contract category strategies to optimize supplier performance and compliance.
Manager Purchasing - NPM
Continental AG, ContiTech India Pvt Ltd
Sonipat, Haryana
06.2019 - 01.2026
- Achieved cost savings of INR 12 crore by consolidating suppliers and spending analysis.
- Integrated legal, commercial, and technical aspects in negotiated framework agreements.
- Optimized procurement through global and regional purchasing projects.
- Enabled 83% process automation for S/4 HANA support and data cleansing.
- Reduced waste via process improvements, optimizing resource utilization.
- Enhanced team skills and performance at Contitech India Pvt. Ltd. through coaching.
- Created training programs for operational skill and safety improvements.
- Selected suppliers strategically to ensure compliance with corporate conduct codes.
Assistant Manager - Purchasing
A.G. Industries Pvt. Ltd.
New Delhi
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Supervised procurement activities and negotiated contracts, achieving cost savings through strategic vendor partnerships.
- Reduced supplier lead times by 10% through improved vendor coordination.
- Implemented process improvements for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced inefficiencies.
Assistant Manager - Purchasing
Samvardhana Motherson Auto Component Pvt. Ltd.
Manesar, Haryana
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Achieved cost reduction in packaging materials through supplier renegotiation.
- Sourced vendors, coordinated logistics, and negotiated contracts to enhance supply chain effectiveness.
- Directed supplier selection, negotiated contracts, and controlled inventory to align with purchasing strategy.
Assistant Manager - Procurement
RICO Auto Industries Ltd.
Dharuhera, Haryana
09.2014 - 03.2017
- Conducted spend analysis and implemented procurement strategies, achieving significant cost reductions.
- Enhanced compliance with procurement policies, leading to a decrease in audit findings.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to meet production needs.
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated training sessions for new team members on company policies.
Engineer - Purchasing
Danblock Brakes India Pvt. Ltd.
Sonipat, Haryana
09.2011 - 09.2014
- Supported development of procurement strategies for brake components, enhancing alignment with production needs.
- Coordinated supplier procurement to ensure quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Designed braking systems for automotive applications at Danblock Brakes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product specifications.
- Conducted tests on brake components to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Purchase Supervisor Trainee
TATA Motors Ltd.
Pantnagar, Uttarakhand
04.2007 - 08.2008
- Coordinated with suppliers to procure materials and components, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
- Coordinated purchasing operations and managed supplier relationships to enhance procurement efficiency.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of procurement strategies to align with organizational goals.
- Implemented SAP R/3 scheduling software at the plant level.
Education
Executive Programme - Supply Chain Management & Analytics
IIT Delhi
Delhi02-2023
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Jind Institute of Engineering & Technology
Kurukshetra University07-2011
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Govt. Polytechnic
Nilokheri07-2006
Secondary Education - 10th Grade
Adarsh Sr. Sec. School
BSE Haryana03-2002
Skills
- Strategic & Indirect Sourcing
- Category Management
- Supplier relationship management
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Vendor Evaluation & Selection
- Cost Savings & Optimization
- Spend and Data Analysis
- Process efficiency
- Power BI (Dashboards & Analytics)
- Team leadership
- SAP MM
- Cost reduction
- Supplier negotiation
- Contract negotiation
- Category strategy development
- Spend analysis
- Cost reduction strategies
Accomplishments
- SAP MM LKU: Key role in S/4 HANA implementation at Continental AG.
- Process Automation: Achieved 83% automation in procurement workflows.
- Power BI Expertise: Built dashboards for spend analysis and supplier performance.
- Cost Savings: Delivered cumulative savings of INR 12 Cr+ (FY2020–FY2024).
- Global Optimization: Supported regional and global purchasing projects.
- Leadership: Coached and developed procurement teams, fostering collaboration and performance.
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Hindi, Native
Recognition
SAP MM Local Key User (LKU)
Experience Years
17
Timeline
Commodity Manager – Indirect Sourcing
Gates Corporation, Gates India Pvt Ltd
01.2026 - Current
Manager Purchasing - NPM
Continental AG, ContiTech India Pvt Ltd
06.2019 - 01.2026
Assistant Manager - Purchasing
A.G. Industries Pvt. Ltd.
01.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Manager - Purchasing
Samvardhana Motherson Auto Component Pvt. Ltd.
03.2017 - 01.2018
Assistant Manager - Procurement
RICO Auto Industries Ltd.
09.2014 - 03.2017
Engineer - Purchasing
Danblock Brakes India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2011 - 09.2014
Purchase Supervisor Trainee
TATA Motors Ltd.
04.2007 - 08.2008
Executive Programme - Supply Chain Management & Analytics
IIT Delhi
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Jind Institute of Engineering & Technology
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Govt. Polytechnic
Secondary Education - 10th Grade
Adarsh Sr. Sec. School