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Poojan Jain

Poojan Jain

Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic procurement professional with a strong track record at Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd, consistently delivering 11%+ annual cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier development, and techno-commercial expertise. Specialized in import procurement and global logistics coordination, with a keen focus on optimizing operations, managing high-value portfolios, and enhancing supplier performance. Recognized for strong communication and cross-functional collaboration that drive efficiency and value across complex supply chain ecosystems.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd
Mumbai
08.2022 - Current
  • Led end-to-end import procurement operations, managing an annual portfolio worth INR 100–125 Cr, and consistently delivering 11%+ cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier development, and high-impact negotiations.
  • Negotiated favorable credit terms, maintaining a Working Average Credit Days (WACD) of 90+ days across the majority of supplier accounts, significantly improving cash flow.
  • Streamlined import logistics by coordinating with freight forwarders and customs agents to ensure on-time shipment clearance and delivery, reducing delays, and demurrage costs.
  • Oversaw the complete supply chain cycle, from purchase planning and scheduling to post-delivery issue resolution, driving operational efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Championed risk management strategies, identifying and mitigating supply chain and procurement risks to maintain business continuity through alternate supplier developments in international, as well as local, markets.
  • Pioneered supplier and product innovations to align procurement outputs with evolving business and quality requirements.
  • Additionally, managed procurement and leasing of executive vehicles, conducting cost-benefit analyses to determine optimal leasing vs. Purchase strategies, enhancing financial efficiency, and aligning with corporate accounting goals.

Trainee Engineer

Himgiri Cooling Towers
Mumbai
05.2018 - 06.2018
  • Fundamentals to Advanced Theory: Explored the principles of heat exchange, evaporative cooling, and airflow dynamics, central to the working of cooling towers.
  • Design Analysis: Conducted performance and structural analysis of various cooling tower types, focusing on thermal design, capacity planning, and efficiency optimization.
  • Fabrication Process: Gained practical exposure to materials, manufacturing techniques, and assembly procedures involved in the construction of cooling towers.
  • Electrical & Electronic Systems: Studied the essential control systems, sensors, motors, and electronic components critical to automation and safe operation.
  • Piping and Nozzle Arrangement: Understood the layout of piping systems, water circulation dynamics, nozzle distribution patterns, and infill structures designed to maximize cooling efficiency and system performance.

Education

BE - Mechanical Engineering

Dwarkadas Sanghavi College Of Engineering
Mumbai
06.2022

Post-SSC Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Thakur Polytechnic
Mumbai
05.2019

ICSE Board -

St. John's Universal School
Mumbai
05-2016

Skills

  • Strategic Sourcing and Global Procurement
  • Techno-Commercial Analysis and Cost Negotiation
  • Supplier development and relationship management
  • Import Operations and Logistics Coordination
  • Procurement Operations and Supply Chain Optimization
  • Credit Terms Management and Cost Analysis
  • ERP and MS Excel proficiency
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Accomplishments

Recognized with a Certificate of Excellence at Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd. for independently managing the Refrigeration Components procurement portfolio, showcasing strong ownership, strategic execution, and alignment with organizational values in a high-responsibility role.

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Gujarati
Advanced (C1)
C1
Marathi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd
08.2022 - Current

Trainee Engineer

Himgiri Cooling Towers
05.2018 - 06.2018

BE - Mechanical Engineering

Dwarkadas Sanghavi College Of Engineering

Post-SSC Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Thakur Polytechnic

ICSE Board -

St. John's Universal School

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