NITESH MALIK
Procurement Manager
Faridabad
Summary
Results-oriented Buyer with extensive experience in managing procurement processes and supplier relationships. Delivered successful purchasing decisions through thorough supplier research, bid analysis, and effective purchase order documentation. Focused on team collaboration and operational efficiency, driving measurable outcomes and enhancing process improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Rehlko Energy India Private Limited (Formerly Known as Kohler Power)
12.2024 - Current
- Managed indirect procurement for the India region, overseeing three plants, and collaborating with a team of two members.
- Primary focus areas include capital expenditures, maintenance, repair, and operations, operational expenditures, contracts, transportation, packaging, and branding.
- Executed process enhancements to streamline procedures and facilitate company growth.
- Managed vendor and supplier relationships to achieve cost, delivery, schedule, and quality objectives.
- Negotiated pricing to determine the best deal, save approximately 3-4% annually, and adhere to procurement policies.
- Evaluated and negotiated existing agreements to enhance commercial terms, achieving 40 lakhs in savings last year as an individual contributor.
- Evaluated and negotiated agreements to improve commercial terms, resulting in 40 lakhs in savings.
- Executed process enhancement to transform organizational culture, streamline procedures for increased efficiency, and facilitate company evolution and growth.
Deputy Manager
Knorr Bremse India Private Ltd
06.2022 - 12.2024
- CAPEX: Domestic and imported machines, office equipment, furniture, IT equipment and software, vehicles, etc.
- MRO: Domestic and imported machine's spares, installations, service, consumables, tools, measuring equipment, etc.
- AMC: Annual maintenance contract for different machines and utilities, such as AC, lift, air compressor, CCTV camera, etc.
- Coordinated annual events, including functions, competitions, and festivals, to enhance team engagement.
- Sent RFQs, received quotations, and organized technical approvals from department heads to streamline procurement process.
- Prepared techno-commercial comparisons and benchmarked suppliers while negotiating lead time, cost, and quality to optimize supplier selection.
- Executed import of shipments from Japan, China, Germany, Singapore, the USA, and Italy using sea and air transport.
- Saved a total of 1.2 Cr in FY22-23 by identifying scope in wooden and corrugated packaging, and for MRO items that were previously imported.
- Saved a total of 30 lakh by developing alternate suppliers for soft boards and PP sheets, respectively, by negotiating with existing vendors and adding new vendors.
Assistant Manager
APTIV Components India Pvt Ltd
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Expertise in handling the purchasing responsibility of the wiring harness business.
- Purchased commodities such as plastic parts and catalog products while establishing and negotiating contract terms and conditions.
- Sourcing components globally to get the best cost and quality in products.
- Organize and execute the strategic sourcing strategies of the operating supplies category created by management.
- Identify new sources for better pricing and other beneficial terms, and negotiate with vendors on contract price.
- Identified new sources for improved pricing and favorable terms, negotiating contract prices with vendors.
- Achieved cost savings through productivity enhancements, value engineering, resourcing, and localization efforts.
- Possess good leadership, communication, analytical, planning, and execution skills to adapt to the constantly changing priorities.
- Supported the development of team members through mentoring sessions. to enhance professional development, and accountability in the workplace.
Purchase Assistant Manager
Motherson Sumi Systems Limited
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Negotiated pricing for materials and supplies from vendors to secure the best value for buying all consumables required for production and plant needs.
- Specialized in MRO and CAPEX buying.
- Conducted supplier facility tours to strengthen supplier relationships and assess product quality.
- Specialist in MRO and CAPEX buying, as per company needs.
- I took tours of supplier facilities to establish lasting supplier relationship management and see products in person.
- Managed annual maintenance contracts with suppliers to ensure consistent service delivery.
- Achieving annual savings of INR 23 lakhs consumables (packaging).
- Negotiated contract terms with vendors to align cash flow management with potential price savings, incorporating input from stakeholders.
- Reviewed and renegotiated agreements to enhance commercial terms and drive value.
Purchase Engineer
Motherson Sumi Systems Limited
06.2015 - 09.2018
- Negotiated pricing structures and delivery schedules to optimize contract terms.
- Evaluated supplier performance and collaborated with representatives to address and resolve issues.
- Performed competitor benchmarking analysis and identified savings opportunities and potential product enhancements.
- Evaluated supplier performance, and worked with representatives to resolve issues.
- Worked with production to understand and plan for materials.
- Supported purchasing initiatives and negotiated favorable payment terms and contract conditions to uphold company integrity.
- Negotiated pricing structures, delivery schedules, and other contract parameters.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Motherson Sumi Systems Limited
04.2014 - 05.2015
- Researched suppliers based on availability, quality, selection, and price.
- Researched suppliers based on availability, quality, selection, and price to identify optimal purchasing options.
- Monitored shipments to ensure that goods were delivered on time and in good condition.
- Monitored shipments to verify timely delivery and good condition of goods received.
- Maintain and review computerized records of items purchased and costs associated with purchases.
Education
MBA - International Business
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Lucknow, India08-2015
B-TECH - Electronics & Communication
Mahamaya Technical University
Lucknow, India06-2013
12th (Senior Secondary School) Science Education -
Kendriya Vidyalaya, CBSE BOARD
New Delhi, INDIA03-2009
High School Diploma -
Kendriya Vidyalaya, CBSE BOARD
New Delhi, INDIA03-2007
Skills
Supply Chain Management
Logistics Coordination
Vendor management
Purchase requisition management
CAPEX & OPEX
MRO Items
ERP systems
Digital Transformation
Negotiation
Decision-making
Accomplishments
Certified International Procurement Manager( CIPM) from IPSCMI, USA.
Certified International Commercial Contract Manager( CICCM) from IPSCMI, USA.
Timeline
Manager
Rehlko Energy India Private Limited (Formerly Known as Kohler Power)
12.2024 - Current
Deputy Manager
Knorr Bremse India Private Ltd
06.2022 - 12.2024
Assistant Manager
APTIV Components India Pvt Ltd
05.2020 - 06.2022
Purchase Assistant Manager
Motherson Sumi Systems Limited
10.2018 - 04.2020
Purchase Engineer
Motherson Sumi Systems Limited
06.2015 - 09.2018
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Motherson Sumi Systems Limited
04.2014 - 05.2015
MBA - International Business
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
B-TECH - Electronics & Communication
Mahamaya Technical University
12th (Senior Secondary School) Science Education -
Kendriya Vidyalaya, CBSE BOARD
High School Diploma -
Kendriya Vidyalaya, CBSE BOARD