Neeraj Thakur
Kharghar
Summary
Strategic Certified Procurement and Supply Chain Professional with over 20 years of experience in developing and executing global supply chain strategies. Leads cross-functional teams to enhance product supply, optimise productivity, and mitigate risks. Negotiates contracts to secure favourable terms, driving cost reductions and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manger (Procurement & Supply Chain)
DEVIDAYAL SOLAR SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD.
Mumbai
08.2015 - 05.2026
- Project procurement planning,
- Forecasting & Budgeting.
- Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics
- Conducted audits and inspections of supplier capabilities to ensure quality standards.
- Prepared detailed final assessments of suppliers in India and China for management evaluation.
- Processing Letters of Credit (LC).
- Executed product certification and testing processes, including BIS, RoHS, and IEC standards.
- Completed negotiations for Marine Insurance and Fire & Burglary Insurance policies.
- Tracking and controlling Multi Modal, Multi Location shipments.
- Arranging of Pre dispatch inspection by 3rd party at production unit.
- Applying correct customs code, finding correct Clearing Agent, controlling freight cost, clearance cost, Delivery.
- Developed expertise in managing merchant trade, high seas sales, and dangerous goods transport to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Processing and getting Duty drawback on Re-Exports.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations for E-Waste management and registration.
- Optimising warehouse operations, improving order fulfillment rates and reduced order processing time
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures
- Managed financial budgets, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection
- Complying with Central Pollution Control board on Plastic Waste, Battery Waste, Electronic Waste for Extended Producers responsibility.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.
- Controlled expenses and allocated financial resources to reach budget goals.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
- Kept organisation in compliance with regulations and internal requirements.
- Oversaw day-to-day functioning of Procurment & Supply Chain operation.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and optimise stock levels, contributing to operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded operational improvements, significantly reducing costs while enhancing overall efficiency across departments.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favourable terms that resulted in a 20% reduction in supply costs.
- Granted authorisation for team and material utilisation across various departments and projects.
- Presented reports on successes, failures, and new initiatives to the governing body for informed decision-making.
- Introduced comprehensive service improvement programmes that enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by 40%.
Supply Chain Manager
GREENLIGHT PLANET INDIA PVT LTD.
Mumbai
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Oversaw India-wide supply chain and operational setup, collaborating with regional CNF and logistics partners.
- Developed system for end customer 72 hours delivery TAT without depending upon sources.
- Identified top service providers for micro regional delivery operations, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Shipped shipments using multimodal transportation i.e. Air, sea, road, train all year.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring reliability and efficiency in the supply chain.
- Scheduled transportation of outgoing goods to meet customer requirements.
- Oversaw logistics processes, ensuring timely shipments to international destinations and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Directed daily operations to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained required inventory levels at minimal cost.
- Managed supply chain staff hiring, onboarding, training and appraisals.
- Coordinated emergency response strategies for supply chain disruptions caused by external events.
- Conducted performance reviews, identifying improvement areas and implementing corrective actions to optimise supply chain effectiveness.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to establish quality, cost and delivery requirements.
- Coordinated forwarding transportation with external contractors.
- Facilitated cross-functional meetings to discuss supply chain issues, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Enhanced supplier partnerships through regular communication and joint problem-solving sessions.
- Liaised with suppliers and customers on distribution of outward goods.
- Fulfilled supply needs by optimising inventory control systems for efficiency.
- Developed risk management policies to minimise supply chain disruptions, safeguarding business continuity and operational stability.
- Prepared detailed reports on supply chain performance, providing insights for strategic decision-making.
- Reordered and restocked at optimal times using data to record movement of goods.
- Formulated operational and administrative procedures to streamline processes.
- Created purchasing and distribution strategies in line with wider business goals.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving a 20% reduction in materials costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to align supply chain strategies with customer demand forecasts.
- Led training sessions for staff on supply chain best practices, enhancing team skills and knowledge.
- Monitored compliance with environmental and safety regulations across the supply chain, reducing legal risks.
- Managed expenditures by promoting resource efficiency throughout operations.
- Oversaw the implementation of a new warehouse management system, increasing storage efficiency by 30%.
- Optimised supply chain processes to improve delivery times and reduce costs.
- Introduced a supplier evaluation system that increased supplier performance and reduced lead times by 25%.
- Implemented sustainability initiatives, reducing carbon footprint and waste in the supply chain.
Logistical Officer
SAPA BUILDING SYSTEM PVT. LTD
Mumbai
05.2011 - 04.2012
Head Logistics (Arch. Glass Div.)
ASAHI INDIA GLASS LTD
Mumbai
01.2010 - 05.2011
Asst. Manager Logistics
INDAGE VINTNERS LTD.
Mumbai
02.2008 - 07.2009
Asst Manager Warehouse
UT Worldwide India Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
05.2005 - 01.2008
Asst. Manager Warehousing & Logistics
Kochi Logistics Services Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
08.2004 - 05.2005
Education
Certified Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager, CPSCM -
University of Houston
Mumbai04-2017
Production Planning and Control -
IAct Global- TUV Certification.
Mumbai09-2015
Post Graduate Diploma In Supply Chain Management -
Welingkar Institute of Management Dev. & Research
Mumbai04-2007
Diploma in Import-Export Management -
Welingkar Institute of Management Dev. & Research
Mumbai04-2006
Diploma in Materials Management -
Welingkar Institute of Management Dev. & Research
Mumbai04-2002
Bachelor's in Commerce, Management Specialization -
Mumbai University
Mumbai04-2000
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Negotiations
- Contract management
- Demand Forecasting
- Inventory Management
- Production planning
- Risk Mitigation
- Process Optimisation
- ERP operation
- Project Management
- Team management
- Vendor inspection
- Customer management
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Marathi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
General Manger (Procurement & Supply Chain)
DEVIDAYAL SOLAR SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD.
08.2015 - 05.2026
Supply Chain Manager
GREENLIGHT PLANET INDIA PVT LTD.
05.2012 - 08.2015
Logistical Officer
SAPA BUILDING SYSTEM PVT. LTD
05.2011 - 04.2012
Head Logistics (Arch. Glass Div.)
ASAHI INDIA GLASS LTD
01.2010 - 05.2011
Asst. Manager Logistics
INDAGE VINTNERS LTD.
02.2008 - 07.2009
Asst Manager Warehouse
UT Worldwide India Pvt Ltd
05.2005 - 01.2008
Asst. Manager Warehousing & Logistics
Kochi Logistics Services Pvt Ltd
08.2004 - 05.2005
Certified Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager, CPSCM -
University of Houston
Production Planning and Control -
IAct Global- TUV Certification.
Post Graduate Diploma In Supply Chain Management -
Welingkar Institute of Management Dev. & Research
Diploma in Import-Export Management -
Welingkar Institute of Management Dev. & Research
Diploma in Materials Management -
Welingkar Institute of Management Dev. & Research
Bachelor's in Commerce, Management Specialization -
Mumbai University