Sandip Dilip Gavai

I am a Procurement and Sourcing Leader with 22+ years of extensive experience driving strategic value across Capex Purchase, General Purchase, Indirect Procurement & Project Management in complex and cost-sensitive environments. My career reflects a strong ability to align procurement strategy with business objectives, deliver sustainable cost savings, and build resilient, high-performing supplier ecosystems. In leadership roles, I have successfully managed end-to-end procurement operations, including capital equipment sourcing, MRO, services, utilities, IT, logistics, and indirect categories. I bring deep expertise in strategic sourcing, commodity strategy development, supplier negotiations, and contract management, ensuring optimal total cost of ownership while maintaining quality, compliance, and continuity of supply. A key strength of my profile is the development and execution of commodity and category strategies based on market intelligence, demand forecasting, and risk assessment. I have led cross-functional teams to standardize specifications, rationalize supplier bases, and implement long-term sourcing models that improve transparency, leverage scale, and reduce dependency risks. These initiatives have consistently resulted in measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and enhanced operational efficiency. I have a proven track record in vendor optimization and supplier relationship management, including supplier consolidation, performance score-carding, capability assessments, and strategic partnerships. By balancing cost competitiveness with innovation, quality, and sustainability, I have enabled suppliers to become value-adding partners rather than transactional vendors. From a financial and governance perspective, I have delivered significant year-on-year cost reductions, productivity improvements, and working-capital optimization through structured negotiations, should-cost models, and contract re-engineering. I am highly experienced in procurement compliance, policy development, audit readiness, and stakeholder governance, ensuring alignment with corporate and regulatory standards. As a leader, I am known for building strong, capable teams, driving accountability, and fostering collaboration with engineering, finance, operations, and senior management. My leadership style emphasizes data-driven decision-making, ethical sourcing, and continuous improvement. I am confident that my experience in Capex, General, and Indirect Procurement leadership, combined with my strategic mindset and execution discipline, will allow me to deliver immediate and long-term value to your organization. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to your procurement transformation and business growth objectives.

• Received Various Appreciation Awards and Recognitions for completing the projects with exceeding expectations in almost every Company through FY 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021 & 2024.
• Certified Internal Auditor for EMS-14001-2015.

• A competent Professional with around 22+ years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing and Commodity Management.
• Currently working with Varroc Group as a Sr General Manager – Capex & Indirect Purchase
• A Strategic Planner with expertise in implementing JIT techniques to achieve reduction in terms of Inventory Costs and Downtime losses.
• Excellent Budget Management & Project Management skills with effective communication, influential and prioritization skills.
• Expert at undertaking initiatives for attaining significant Cost savings, securing discounts / Rebates and better Service from suppliers / contractors, known for best Negotiation skills.

• Project Management from Procurement point of view.
• Managing Capital Procurement [Tooling & Equipment, Machines, Assly Line, Electronics Items]
• Real Estate Management. (Re-sale, Purchase & Lease / Rent) to set a new plant.
• Facility Management, Administration Services & Travel Services.
• IT Procurement [Hardware & Software]
• RM & Consumables Procurement.
• Logistics Contracts including Domestic Transport & Warehouse Management.
• Packaging Solution Procurement.
• Best in-depth knowledge of services related to HR, Finance, Engineering and Facilities.
• Finalization and Preparation of Service Level Agreements with Contractors including ARC and AMC
• Key participant in implementation of various Software tools launched globally and locally.
• Identifying and developing potential vendors for achieving cost effective purchases of Materials & Services; achieving reduction in prices, better quality, and timely delivery.
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills. Skilled in persuading, inspiring, developing, and motivating people to interact both internally as well as externally.
• Proven ability to resolve problems quickly, creative problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Have Excellent Excel and PowerPoint data representation skills – can analyze large amounts of data and produce executive dashboards in Excel and Power BI for better Business Case Analysis.
• Skilled in Auditing, Budgeting, and Contract interpretation.
• Streamlining the system and procedures.

• Successfully handling Global Procurement & Tooling Management for APAC, NA & LATEM Regions.
• Successfully handled Procurement in various locations in India, including Pune, Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Pantnagar, Pithampur, Ahmadabad, Bangalore-Hosur, Chennai, Anantapur etc.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive indirect procurement strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Build and lead a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Develop and execute category management strategies for key indirect spend categories including MRO, Capex, and Re-occurring Services.
• Implement efficient procurement processes, including e-procurement, digitization.
• Identification and qualification of new suppliers to balance the business risk, or reduce price, or to fulfill new needs in term of specifications of products.
• Releasing Service Contracts (MSA / LSA) or Purchase Orders or Outline Agreements on best price after negotiation as per the scope of work & nature of business.
• Identifying Potential Suppliers in Order to meet the requirement in the form of TQRDC (Technology-Quality-Responsiveness- Delivery-Cost)
• Monitoring, Evaluating and Improving Supplier Performance; Sourcing most affordable Materials/Services for the Company’s Manufacturing Process along with accountable for Product Development.
• Negotiating Payment Terms in Order to Manage the Cash Flow for the Company.
• Analysis of Monthly Savings in both Opex & Capex Category to Control P & F of Controlling.
• Participating in Annual Budget Meetings, Flex Meetings, Sale Vs Production Planning Meetings.
• Checking Delivery Times to ensure they are on time, Delivering Cost Savings for the Company.
• Managing the Procurement Supplier relationships for the Company; providing help to source alternative items for Buyers and Customers.
• Developing Sourcing Strategies; Managing Commodity Cost Initiatives.
• Resolving disputes and claims with Suppliers, keeping all Supplier Programs current and accurate.
• Delegating Projects and Tasks to Team; Promoting best practice across the Company.
• Adhere strictly Discipline and follow all the Company Policies and Procedures.
• Ensuring Purchasing Policies as per Ethical & Legal Norms to Standardize the P2P flow.