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NEELESH KUMAR
Sr Manager Procurement
Gurgaon
Summary
Dynamic Senior Procurement Manager with extensive 17 years of experience overseeing EPC,CAPEX and OPEX procurement across diverse sectors, including FMCG, industrial warehouses, textile mills, thermal/ solar power plants, and large-scale residential developments. Proven expertise in managing civil, electrical, and mechanical procurement to drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and project success in a high-volume environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Sr Manager Procurement
Nahar Group Of Industries
08.2024 - Current
- Led comprehensive procurement strategies for civil, electrical, and mechanical CAPEX and OPEX initiatives across multiple facilities, including warehouses, textile mills, and thermal power plants, ensuring timely sourcing and budget adherence.
- Managed procurement operations for two large-scale residential projects spanning over 200 acres, coordinating vendor selection, contract negotiations, and supply chain logistics to support construction timelines and quality standards.
- Oversaw end-to-end procurement processes, from requisition to delivery, optimizing supplier relationships to achieve cost savings, reduce lead times, and minimize risks in a multi-site industrial and real estate portfolio.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, and finance) to align procurement activities with organizational goals, resulting in enhanced efficiency and compliance with industry regulations.
- Implemented best practices in inventory management and vendor performance evaluation, contributing to seamless operations in high-stakes environments, like thermal plants and textile production.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Implemented cost-saving measures in procurement processes, resulting in significant budget savings.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
Sr Lead (SCM)
JLL
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Directed civil, electrical, and mechanical procurement for two large-scale solar cell and solar module manufacturing plant projects, each approximately 120 GW capacity and spanning 100 acres, ensuring seamless supply chain operations from vendor sourcing to material delivery.
- Successfully led project procurement to completion within established timelines, achieving extensive cost savings through strategic negotiations, supplier optimization, and efficient resource allocation.
- Collaborated with engineering, construction, and finance teams to manage CAPEX procurement, mitigating risks, and maintaining compliance with industry standards in renewable energy manufacturing.
- Implemented cost-control measures and inventory strategies that contributed to overall project efficiency and budget adherence in a high-stakes, time-sensitive environment.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Fostered strong vendor relationships to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices, supporting the rapid scaling of solar manufacturing facilities.
- Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements with indirect and logistics customers.
- Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards, and established timelines.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries, and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
SBU Head Procurement
RSPL GROUP
03.2020 - 08.2023
- Managed CAPEX and OPEX procurement for civil and administrative departments at the group level across Pan India, overseeing sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain logistics for diverse industrial and infrastructure projects.
- Successfully led the completion of CAPEX procurement for eight detergent powder and cake manufacturing plants, ensuring timely material delivery, cost control, and compliance with quality standards.
- Directed procurement efforts for two milk processing plants and twelve milk storage depots, optimizing budgets and supplier relationships to support efficient project execution in the dairy sector.
- Oversaw CAPEX procurement for one large ice cream manufacturing plant, coordinating civil works and equipment sourcing to meet production timelines and operational goals.
- Handled procurement for residential developments, as well as civil works related to wind and solar energy projects, contributing to sustainable infrastructure initiatives through strategic planning and risk mitigation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams nationwide to align procurement strategies with business objectives, resulting in significant cost savings and project success in the manufacturing, food processing, and renewable energy sectors.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
Senior Manager, Procurement & B D
Piscesia Power Transmission (P) Ltd
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Spearheaded development of new product line, resulting in significantly increased market share and brand recognition.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Facilitated partnerships with industry leaders, expanding company's network and opening new business opportunities.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
- Analyzed supplier contracts to confirm compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives
- Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry and receiving
Procurement Manager Project's
STELMEC Limited
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Liaised & coordinated with Consultant & Government Body, Submitted RFI to Consultants and follow-up for certifications Executed Projects / Client: Samsung, OPTCL
- 132/11 kV GIS of Samsung Electrical India Limited & 220/132/33 kV OPTCL
- 220/33 kV Malkangiri S/stn 2 nos
- Bay extension & 220/33 kV Balimela S/stn 2 nos.
- Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Analyzed supplier contracts to confirm compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options.
Procurement Manager
EMC Ltd
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Executed Project: 400/220 kV Ais S/s Chaibasha Jharkhand for Client: PGCL
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Managed initial design, permitting, bids and budgets of construction projects.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
Sr. Manager
Sudhir Power Project Limited
10.2013 - 12.2016
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.
- Consolidated vendors and renegotiated contracts to optimize costs.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
Project Manager
Safety Control & Device Pvt. Ltd
01.2011 - 09.2013
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Site Engineer
Kumar Electrical Pvt. Ltd
07.2008 - 12.2010
Education
PMP - Supply Chain Management in Uncirtain Time
IIM Lucknow
03.2023
Post-Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Managment Development Program
MDI
01-2022
B.Tech - Civil Engineering
Bundelkhand University
06.2008
Skills
Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 13 staff members.
Certification
HIGHT POTENTIAL MANAGERS MDI GURUGRAM
Interests
Personal Information
Languages
3
Timeline
Sr Manager Procurement
Nahar Group Of Industries
08.2024 - Current
Sr Lead (SCM)
JLL
08.2023 - 07.2024
SBU Head Procurement
RSPL GROUP
03.2020 - 08.2023
Senior Manager, Procurement & B D
Piscesia Power Transmission (P) Ltd
11.2018 - 01.2020
Procurement Manager Project's
STELMEC Limited
10.2017 - 10.2018
Procurement Manager
EMC Ltd
01.2016 - 10.2017
Sr. Manager
Sudhir Power Project Limited
10.2013 - 12.2016
Project Manager
Safety Control & Device Pvt. Ltd
01.2011 - 09.2013
Site Engineer
Kumar Electrical Pvt. Ltd
07.2008 - 12.2010
PMP - Supply Chain Management in Uncirtain Time
IIM Lucknow
B.Tech - Civil Engineering
Bundelkhand University
Post-Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Managment Development Program
MDI
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