Manjeet Dagar
Palwal
Summary
Cost estimation and proposal specialist with a proven track record in delivering accurate cost analyses. Expertise in cross-functional collaboration and negotiation, resulting in significant cost reductions and improved Cost & Bid competitiveness. Proficient in utilizing Power BI for data-driven decision-making, enhancing project outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Estimation & Proposal Specialist (Export Business)
WIKA Process Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2023 - Current
- Managing end-to-end techno-commercial estimation and costing for RFQs and tenders, ensuring optimal pricing and margin realization.
- To develop detailed cost models covering raw materials, fabrication, machining, bought-out items, logistics, labor, overheads, duties, and contingencies.
- Evaluating supplier quotations, negotiated commercial terms, and optimized procurement costs through strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Performing should-cost analysis and benchmark costing to validate supplier quotations and identify cost optimization opportunities.
- To lead cost actualization and variance analysis, comparing estimated versus actual costs to improve future bid accuracy and profitability.
- Collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Legal teams to develop competitive and commercially viable proposals.
- Drive Value Engineering (VE), localization, alternate sourcing, and cost-reduction projects to enhance bid competitiveness and margin performance.
- To Prepare management reviews highlighting cost drivers, profitability analysis, commercial risks, and pricing recommendations for bid approval.
- Lead customer negotiations and post-award kick-off meetings to ensure alignment on technical, commercial, and contractual commitments.
Product Costing & Sourcing Support
FCC Group-Indian technical center
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Executed Should Costing, Zero-Based Costing (ZBC), and VA/VE studies for automotive components to support cost optimization and strategic sourcing.
- Collaborated with NPD, Engineering, and Procurement teams to develop target costs and improve product profitability.
- Developed detailed cost models for Die Casting, Sheet Metal, Machining, and Assembly processes, including RM, conversion, tooling, labor, and overhead costs.
- Assessed supplier quotations and cost-up requests through fact-based cost analysis and benchmarking.
- Drove cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, process improvements, and component standardization.
- Conducted periodic cost actualization and variance analysis for mass-production parts to ensure cost transparency and commercial competitiveness.
Costing Specialist
Jindal Stainless (JSL) (OP Jindal Group of companies)
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Tendering & Opportunity Management
- Cross-functional Coordination for Product Development
- Costing & Commercial Proposal Preparation
- Managed timely tender submissions and bid processes to secure competitive advantages in proposals
- Created detailed reports to support data-driven decision making and enhance business analytics
- Customer Compliance & Contract Management
- Order Processing & Execution Coordination
- Railway Product Approval & Market Expansion
- Business Development in Railway Segment
Sr. Engineer (Cost Estimation & Proposals)
Dee Development Engineers Ltd
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Prepared BOMs, weight/inch-dia calculations, and cost estimates for project proposals.
- Obtained pricing for approved bought-out items, incorporating costs into project estimates to enhance accuracy.
- Reviewed technical and commercial tender documents and coordinated with cross-functional teams for bid preparation.
- Managed vendor inquiries, quotation evaluation, and commercial negotiations.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and techno-commercial negotiations with clients.
- Prepared techno-commercial bid summaries detailing costing, delivery schedules, and deviations for informed management review.
- Coordinated with vendors and internal stakeholders, ensuring competitive and compliant proposals aligned with project requirements.
- Organized client kick-off meetings and supported smooth project handover post-award/Finance.
Engineer
Minda Furukawa Electric Pvt. Ltd.
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Managed wiring harness manufacturing processes, including cutting, crimping, ultrasonic welding, heat shrinking, twisting, assembly, and inspection
- Enhanced machinery productivity by implementing innovative ideas and kaizen principles.
- Streamlined manpower utilization to maximize efficiency while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
- Reported all production processes and outcomes to management for strategic decision-making.
- Led abnormality decision meetings to address product inconsistencies and establish corrective actions.
- Conducted daily meetings with subordinates to review abnormality performance versus goals and inventory improvements.
Education
MBA - Marketing & Finance
Delhi College of Technology & Management
Gudrana01-2019
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Delhi College of Technology & Management
Gudrana01-2013
10+2 -
HBSE Board
Palwal03-2010
10th -
HBSE Board
Palwal03-2008
Skills
- Tendering & Bidding
- Proposal Preparation
- Cost Estimation & Analysis
- ZBC
- VA/VE & Cost Reduction
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Sourcing
- Negotiation
- Power-BI
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- MS-Office
- MS Excel (Basic Formulas, Conditional Formatting, Pivot Table, SUMIF, LOOKUPS, LOOKUP-MATCH)
Accomplishments
- Received Spot Award for working and securing an order on approx. 16 Cr. (WIKA)
- Awarded as Best Employee of the Year 2018 for Kaizen, 6S and maximum productivity achieved throughout the year and continued. (DEE)
- Awarded as Best Employee of the Quarter year Jan-March'2018 for Kaizen, 6S and maximum productivity achieved for three consecutive months and continued. (DEE)
- Awarded as Best Employee of the Quarter year July-Sept'2017 for Kaizen, 6S and maximum productivity achieved for consecutive three months and continued. (DEE)
- Won 1st Prize in Project presentation in a National level Technical Fest.
- Won 1st Prize in Junk Yard activity in a National level Technical Fest.
- Won many prizes at in cultural activities Like Dancing, Event Management & in Fashion show.
Hobbies and Interests
• Exploring creative ideas and embracing continuous learning.
• Playing badminton, running, and staying physically active
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Sh. Kuldeep Dagar
- Marital Status: Married
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manjeet-dagar-88492a65/
Timeline
Sales Estimation & Proposal Specialist (Export Business)
WIKA Process Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2023 - Current
Product Costing & Sourcing Support
FCC Group-Indian technical center
02.2022 - 02.2023
Costing Specialist
Jindal Stainless (JSL) (OP Jindal Group of companies)
08.2021 - 02.2022
Sr. Engineer (Cost Estimation & Proposals)
Dee Development Engineers Ltd
08.2016 - 08.2021
Engineer
Minda Furukawa Electric Pvt. Ltd.
08.2014 - 08.2016
MBA - Marketing & Finance
Delhi College of Technology & Management
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Delhi College of Technology & Management
10+2 -
HBSE Board
10th -
HBSE Board