Saurabh Sable
Pune
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement. Proven expertise in demand forecasting, planning and inventory management, leading to significant improvements in supplier collaboration and performance metrics. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency through strategic initiatives and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Analyst
Jaguar Land Rover
Pune
05.2024 - Current
- Executed end-to-end material planning and coordinated international supply for uninterrupted overseas production support.
- Facilitated daily communication with overseas production teams, regional suppliers, and 3PL partners to ensure timely parts delivery.
- Ensured part availability for engineering changes and new model programs through proactive supply plan execution.
- Planned and monitored parts flow from regional suppliers to Indian CFS through structured schedule tracking.
- Minimized obsolescence risk by collaborating with import engineering change control and materials handling teams.
- Analyzed KPIs and supplier performance metrics to identify trends and drive improvement opportunities.
- Executed containment actions and collaborated with cross-functional teams, including STA, to resolve root causes.
- Managed escalation matrix for production-critical supply issues to prevent line stoppages.
Sourcing Analyst
Eaton Technolgies Pvt. Ltd, India, Pune
Pune
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed sourcing projects across EMEA, APAC, SA, and NA regions for direct materials in vehicle, aerospace, and electrical sectors, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Aligned with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project transitions, achieving $80 million in cost savings.
- Created sourcing events in SAP Ariba for each project, driving accurate execution of sourcing strategies.
- Supported global category managers with e-RFQ and e-auctions via SAP Ariba, optimizing supplier engagement.
- Developed negotiation fact pacts to strengthen supplier negotiations, securing favorable terms that supported project objectives.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with suppliers to address technical issues and maintain project timelines.
Assistant Manager (Buying - Procurement, SCM)
Mahindra and Mahindra ltd., India, Pune
Pune
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored materials planning to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Reviewed and enhanced supply chain systems and procedures to increase efficiency.
- Planned supplier capacity regarding material requirements and escalated issues promptly.
- Cultivated strong relationships with local suppliers to improve customer service outcomes.
- Managed vendor relations with warehouse personnel to achieve inventory control objectives.
- Placed and tracked orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
- Maintained product stock levels and resolved discrepancies efficiently.
- Uncovered cost-saving opportunities in packaging, materials, and logistics to optimize expenditures.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
ROBERTSHAW CONTROLS PVT. LTD., India, Pune
Pune
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Executed complete p2p cycle for direct and indirect material purchases, ensuring timely availability of materials.
- Calculated material shortages based on five-shift plan requirements.
- Scheduled monthly deliveries to suppliers according to MRP and build plan.
- Coordinated dispatch schedules with suppliers and monitored material follow-ups to align deliveries with production needs.
- Resolved incoming quality issues to prevent production delays and ensure consistent workflow.
- Created purchase orders for direct and indirect materials, including blanket order releases.
- Conducted supplier visits to assess raw material inventory and scheduling concerns.
- Managed new vendor registrations in compliance with company guidelines.
Graduate Apprentice Trainee
Mahindra and Mahindra ltd.
Igatpuri
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Performed quality audits on assembly, functional dock, Z stage, control plan, SOP, system, and outgoing quality to uphold quality standards.
- Analyzed monthly cut sections of engine blocks and heads to maintain compliance with quality standards.
- Executed monthly oil pressure distribution mapping during engine testing for performance evaluation.
- Facilitated zero mis initiatives as supplier at Igatpuri, Z Bad, Haridwar, and Nashik to enhance supplier quality assurance.
- Conducted PQ MRM sessions (monthly review) and DWM (daily metrics) consistently.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Supply Chain Management
Welingkar Institute of Management D&R
Mumbai10-2021
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Gokhale Education Society's R H Sapat COE
Nashik08-2018
Skills
- Supply chain optimization
- Procurement strategy
- Inventory management
- Supplier collaboration
- Demand forecasting
- Data analysis
- Supplier evaluation
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Native
Native
Certification
- Certified Professional in Sourcing Excellence
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Accomplishments
- Exceptional Creator Award (Team) for Q3(2025): Growth & Impact -JLR
- Exceptional Creator (Team) Award for Customer Love;Unity;Impact (2026) - JLR
Timeline
Supply Chain Analyst
Jaguar Land Rover
05.2024 - Current
Sourcing Analyst
Eaton Technolgies Pvt. Ltd, India, Pune
10.2022 - 05.2024
Assistant Manager (Buying - Procurement, SCM)
Mahindra and Mahindra ltd., India, Pune
05.2022 - 10.2022
Graduate Engineer Trainee
ROBERTSHAW CONTROLS PVT. LTD., India, Pune
09.2020 - 05.2022
Graduate Apprentice Trainee
Mahindra and Mahindra ltd.
09.2018 - 09.2019
Post Graduation Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Supply Chain Management
Welingkar Institute of Management D&R
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Gokhale Education Society's R H Sapat COE