Saurabh Bhagwat
PUNE
Summary
Organized Purchasing Manager offers inventory management, budget development and procurement expertise paired with outstanding multitasking and time management abilities. Systematic and logical professional with 14 years of experience in logistics and distribution. Strong planner and communicator proficient in MS Office and various purchasing software programs. Quality-focused Purchasing Manager familiar with vendor sourcing and vetting, contract negotiation. Strong understanding of financial processes and requirements for accurate and thorough recordkeeping.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Purchasing Manager
Accuweigh Automation & Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
03.2009 - Current
- Evaluated existing procurement policies and procedures and proposed modifications as needed.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies regarding ethical business practices in the procurement process.
- Reviewed requisitions for accuracy and completeness prior to issuing purchase orders or entering into contracts.
- Collaborated with other departments such as operations, finance and logistics to coordinate activities related to purchasing functions.
- Created new processes for streamlining the sourcing cycle times while reducing costs.
- Performed detailed cost and benefit analysis before making decisions on major purchases.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure that all requirements are met within budget constraints.
- Advised team members on best practices for negotiating prices with suppliers.
- Provided guidance and training to junior team members on purchasing procedures.
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to company and customers.
- Cultivated new vendor relationships using dynamic communication and negotiation skills.
- Evaluated current vendors and sourced out new vendors for bidding requests.
- Formulated and implemented annual purchasing plans and contracts, covering OEM, import, ingredients, materials and equipment.
- Represented companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
Education
B.Com - Finance
Indira College Of Commerce
Pune, India03.2005
Skills
- Bid Process Management
- Distribution Experience
- Price Negotiation
- Resourcefulness
- Cost Controls Familiarity
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Cost Reduction
- Logistics Coordination
- Project Management
- Professional Communication Skills
- Policy Improvements
- Budget Management
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Supplier Relations
- Vendor Sourcing
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Purchasing Manager
Accuweigh Automation & Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
03.2009 - Current
B.Com - Finance
Indira College Of Commerce
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