Pratikkumar Sachani
Summary
I've honed my skills in negotiating favorable deals, managing inventory control, and ensuring timely access to essential hardware by software such as MS Office and SAP. Leveraging continuous learning, I adapt to market trends, communicate effectively across departments, and drive continuous improvement in our procurement processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer
Guelph Manufacturing Group
12.2022 - Current
- Working in an automotive parts manufacturing industry and responsible for procurement of supplies for the Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Tool Room and Quality department
- Analyze and evaluate supplier performance, implementing strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supplier relationships
- Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for automotive commodities, raw materials, and maintenance consumables, ensuring a robust and cost-effective supply chain
- Monitoring market trends, conducting supplier assessments, and also recommend sourcing strategies to meet organizational objectives
- Experience in Press Repairs and Parts, Pneumatic items, Office Supplies, Maintenance and Production Consumables, Press Die Operational Supplies, Commodities, gauge supplies, etc
- Procured a diverse range of mechanical components including sensors, electrodes, bearings, and production supplies, as well as electrical components like circuit breakers, enclosures, and safety valves for optimal manufacturing operations
- Prepare RFQ bid packages for commodities, including different types of steel, Aluminum extrusions negotiate agreements, and managed the contracts
- Review, manage and to communicate change requests from customers, Operations, and suppliers, making appropriate changes to the production schedule
- Implement cost-saving initiatives, contributing to significant reductions in overall procurement expenses
- Supply monthly consolidated report in the agreed upon format to Senior Purchaser that tracks KPIs for Procurement
- Provide crucial support for the successful launch of new products or projects
- Taken steps to prevent material shortages from disrupting production schedules, keeping operations running smoothly
- Actively participated and executed strategic sourcing plans to align product directions with business objectives, ensuring quality, availability, and profitability.
Junior Buyer
Bhaktinandan Fabrication Co. LTD
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Worked for the Sheet Metal Fabrication company and managed procurement of machines and supplies for Stamping Press and Welding Robots
- Planned and scheduled purchase orders in accordance with the production requirements as shown in the SAP ERP system
- Procurement experience involved in Consumables of Press Brake, Laser Cutting, Automatic Welding Robots and Hydraulic Presses
- Experience sourcing commodities, along with an understanding of various manufacturing processes, including machining and fabrication
- Created, issued Purchase Orders and managed the change orders with suppliers and operations
- Analyzed monthly sales to uncover seasonal trends and variations across current and past years
- Calculated year-to-date sales and inventory turnover rates to identify and address purchasing and distribution challenges effectively
- Worked with suppliers to expedite, re-schedule or cancel open orders as required by product demand
- Collaborated with Accounts Payable to meticulously review, approve, and resolve invoice matters
- Monitored stock levels by maintaining min max consumables every week at the tool crib and storeroom.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma - Business Management
Conestoga College
Guelph, ON-CA12.2022
Bachelor Automobile Engineering - Automotive Engineering
UKA TARSADIA University
India06.2017
Skills
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Purchase Order Management
- Bid Coordination
- Contract Management
- Strong communication skills
- Procurement and Supplier Management
- Planning and Inventory Management
- Reporting Knowledge
- Proficient in ERP System – SAP
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word)
- Solidworks and AutoCAD drawing Interpretation
- APICS CPIM Certified
Certification
- Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) - By APICS
- Solidworks Professional Mechanical Design Drawing Certificate - By Dassault
- Solidworks Professional Sheet Metal Drawing Certificate - By Dassault Systemes
Timeline
Buyer
Guelph Manufacturing Group
12.2022 - Current
Junior Buyer
Bhaktinandan Fabrication Co. LTD
10.2017 - 08.2020
Post Graduation Diploma - Business Management
Conestoga College
Bachelor Automobile Engineering - Automotive Engineering
UKA TARSADIA University
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