SAGAR BIRANJE
Mumbai
Summary
Results-driven and detail-oriented Supply Chain and Procurement Professional with 8+ years of progressive experience across purchase operations, vendor management, import logistics, and production planning. Proven expertise in handling procurement portfolios exceeding ₹150 Cr, optimizing supply chain performance, and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. Adept at sourcing raw materials, coordinating with cross-functional teams including R&D, finance, and manufacturing, and leveraging ERP systems like SAP MM, SAP FI, Power BI, and MDG to drive data-backed decisions. Holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Management and certified in multiple industry-relevant tools including Excel, Power BI, and piping design. Demonstrates a strong grasp of international trade mechanisms including Incoterms, freight management, and import license coordination (RODTEP/ROSCTL/DFIA). Known for analytical thinking, process optimization, and a commitment to continuous learning across mechanical engineering, e-commerce, and emerging tech like AI and data analytics.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Executive-Purchase
Asian Paints PPG PVT LTD
Mumbai
08.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Asian Paints PPG Pvt. Ltd. is a leading player in the field of Protective, Performance & Powder Coating. This Company is a 50:50 joint venture between Asian Paints Ltd and PPG Industries Inc.
- Float RFQ'S, Negotiations with Vendors and prepare cost comparison for various RM's and
- Prepare Purchase Orders (POs) and Sales Orders/Stock transfer orders by Verifying stock levels at warehouse levels in SAP.
- Handling Local and Import procurement of various chemicals and raw materials (Resins/Solvents/Packaging Material/ Additives/ Finish Goods) purchase for all units.
- Involved in preparation of Monthly MIS, plan compliance and Spend Analysis sheets and presentations. Reviewing supplier performance and providing feedback.
- Handling Vendor Managing activities like (RM's negotiations, material planning and Bill clearance, Keeping track of market prices of raw materials and Open Po's. Taking forward covers if identified saving opportunities. Handling 150 Cr buying portfolio of purchase department.
- Managed production levels of Outsourcing units & identified material shortages and monitored inventory levels to meet order delivery commitments.
- Prepare Cost Evaluations and Cost Estimation sheets for various products (Industrial paints).
- Prepare quarterly ECA (Estimated Cost Analysis), LCA (Latest Consumption Average) for all Outsourcing units Keep track of savings achieved against the KPI's.
- Co-ordination with R&D team and involved in trials taken for cost reduction of existing paints products.
- Hands on MS Excel, MS Office and SAP-MM, SAP-FI, ERP, Success factor, MDG and Power BI.
- Devised and implemented short-term and long-term plans, optimizing supply chain Activities and improving value related to annual expenditure.
- Take Ocean Freight quotations from forwarders for importing material and identify cost saving opportunities. Keep track of import documentation related to import PO's.
- Co-ordinate with vendors for taking Import License scripts (RODTEP/ROSCTL/DFIA) for BOE bookings, Co-ordinating with Solvent vendors for getting period end discounts on annually/quarterly bought qty.
- Handling production bill reconciliation, processing and clearance activity, maintaining records of Statuary compliance documents of OPC's, Involve in preparation of Legal contract/agreements for OPC's and New vendor onboarding.
- Involved in custom bill clearance, BOE bookings, GL account clearance, and responsible for maintaining financial hygiene of entire purchase department.
Executive SCM
Kumar Metal Industries PVT LTD
Mumbai
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: Kumar Metal is a globally established engineering and manufacturing organization with special expertise in Oil Mills, Solvent Extraction and Edible Oil Refining Plants.
- Project required material procurement and logistics management.
- Coordination with Proposal, Design, Development, Process and Engineering departments in order to complete project.
- Conduct project initiation in professional manner by team, Kick-off meeting, Agenda, Scope.
- Planning and execution of project from Engineering, Purchase, Production and Dispatch function.
- Approve Purchase Requisitions (PRs) by Verifying Inventory from Stores.
- Taking Material reviews with Purcahse team and involve in Purchase Management Activities.
- Vendor Development and their Performance Evaluation, Providing feedbacks on vendor services.
- Managed production levels, identified material shortages and monitored inventory levels to meet order delivery requirements.
- Coordination with manufacturing department for achieving project delivery dates.
- Project completion planning and scheduling activities with use of Microsoft excel, Microsoft Project and ERP (Entrepreneur Resource Planning) software.
- Devised and implemented short-term and long-term plans, optimizing supply chain management and improving value relating to annual expenditures.
- Established inventory targets, stock level and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Project costing and fabrication bill verification related work.
- Having knowledge of Grades and Types of Structural material, Pipes, Fittings, Flanges, Gaskets, Hardware and Casting items.
- Established relationships with key partners and vendors to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Organized and facilitated regular meetings with senior management teams.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver high quality results within tight timelines.
Product Manager
Top Syringe Mfg. PVT. LTD.
Mumbai
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Company Overview: Top Syringe Mfg. PVT. LTD. is a leading manufacturer of glass syringes and glass tube engineering products form1964. Top syringe is a Manufacturer of core product like Glass Syringes which are used for various applications like in Laboratory, Medical, Industrial, Veterinary, etc.
- Project Management type of activities.
- Product Development and Quality Management related activities.
- Vendor Development and costing and procurement.
- Involve in R&D, Design and Development related activities for setting product flow chart and setup production route.
- Worked on CAD software's like AutoCAD 2010 and Solid Works 2013.
- Created processes and procedures that ensure high quality products are delivered on time.
- Prioritized features in order to maximize impact while meeting budget constraints.
- Managed cross-functional teams across departments, including engineering, marketing, and sales.
- Provided technical guidance during troubleshooting efforts when needed.
Production Engineer
Permanent Magnets Limited
Mumbai
11.2016 - 12.2017
- Company Overview: Permanent Magnets Limited is engaged in manufacturing of alnico cast magnets and yoke assemblies, and parts and accessories of electricity meters. Its products include magnetic cores and shields, shunts, magnetic lifters, magnetic separators, electro magnets, retrieving magnets, magnets, current transformers, annealing services, relays and holding lifters.
- Production planning and control related activities.
- Preventive maintenance, Personnel management, Implementation of action plans to reduce rejection level.
- Participate in internal Quality Audits.
- Maintaining Production related documentation and records for ISO 9001:2008 (Quality Management System), ISO 14001:2004 (Environment Management System), AS9100C (Quality Management System for the Aerospace Industry), ISO/TS 16949:2009 & IATF 16949:2016 (Automotive Quality Management System).
- Worked on CAD software's like Project cad 2013, Draft sight 2013, Autocad2010 and Solid works 2013.
- Provided technical support to internal departments such as Quality Assurance, Research and Development.
- Prepared technical documents including user manuals, installation guides, test protocols.
- Implemented lean manufacturing techniques such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, to reduce waste and improve productivity.
- Performed root cause analysis on production issues, developed corrective actions, and monitored results.
- Designed jigs, fixtures, tools, gauges and other equipment needed for the efficient manufacture of products.
- Participated in cross-functional teams with manufacturing, quality, marketing, and procurement departments.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma in Management - Operations Management
NMIMS Global Access School for Continuing Education (NGA-SCE)
Delhi06-2021
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Vidyavardhini's college of engineering and technology
Mumbai06-2016
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic Mumbai
Kherwadi, Bandra (East)06-2013
S.S.C. -
Namdar Gopal Krishna Gokhale Highschool
Borivali, West06-2010
Skills
- IT packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP MDG, SAP, ERP software)
- SAP MM (Materials Management) Consultant
- Data Processing Specialist
- Supply Chain Operation Management
- Microsoft Power BI
- Procurement Management
- Negotiations & Risk Management
- Production Planning & Control
- Piping Design and Engineering
- 5s System, Kanban, Kaizen
- Root cause analysis,8D Reports,Fish Bone Diagrams,Why-Why analysis
- Project Management
- Product Development
- Inventory Management
- Research and Design
- Contract Negotiations
- Demand forecasting
- Spend analysis
- Value engineering
Certifications
- Supply Chain Fundamentals: Risk and Resilience, Project Management Institute
- Microsoft Excel Formulas
- SAP MM (Materials Management) from LinkedIn learning.
- Data Processing Specialist, Aspiring Minds.
- Piping Components used in Oil and Gas Industry
- Piping Design and Engineering
- Pursuing SAP MM consultant training from ISUN TECHNOVA SAP Training institute.
- Microsoft Power BI, Office masters
Internship
- Intership in Larsen and Toubro Limited
- Category : Project/Industrial Training
- Duration : 22nd June, 2015 to 13th May, 2016
- Place of Training : Heavy Engineering – Powai
- Department : Defense & Aerospace – Flight System BU
- Project On : Production Improvement Related Assignment of Satellite
- Mechanism.
Languages
Marathi
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing Cricket
- Solving Puzzles
- Internet Surfing
- Reading Books
- Swimming
Timeline
Senior Executive-Purchase
Asian Paints PPG PVT LTD
08.2021 - Current
Executive SCM
Kumar Metal Industries PVT LTD
09.2018 - 07.2021
Product Manager
Top Syringe Mfg. PVT. LTD.
01.2018 - 08.2018
Production Engineer
Permanent Magnets Limited
11.2016 - 12.2017
Post Graduation Diploma in Management - Operations Management
NMIMS Global Access School for Continuing Education (NGA-SCE)
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Vidyavardhini's college of engineering and technology
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic Mumbai
S.S.C. -
Namdar Gopal Krishna Gokhale Highschool