A dynamic professional with expertise in developing and implementing sourcing strategies for direct and indirect categories and programs, driving exceptional outcomes for organizations; targeting a leadership role in Supply Chain Management/ Procurement/ Strategic Sourcing, preferably in the Banking/ Captive/ Product-based industry; committed to driving cost reduction strategies and standardizing procurement processes using electronic procurement tools; open to opportunities in Pune/ Overseas.
Decisive, strategic, & performance-driven professional with over 23 years of experience in end-to-end Supply Chain, Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, Logistics, Strategic Partnership, and Team & People Management. Notables success in implementing a systematic cost-cutting program, leveraging data analytics to identify and eliminate non-essential expenses. Demonstrated success in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and encouraged cross-functional collaboration to identify and capitalize on market trends and technological advancements. Significant experience in embedding sustainability practices and ethical considerations into business operations, aligning corporate values with broader societal and environmental goals. Insightful experience in managing risks, reducing costs, and increasing revenue through sustainable sourcing practices; strong background in assessing procurement risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them. Proficient in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis to estimate the financial impact of sourcing decisions. Track record of successfully executing key projects & initiatives, including setting up greenfield projects, cost savings initiatives, and ERP implementations. Track record in RFx, negotiation, contracts, and transition to BAU functions; skilled in conducting spend analysis & supplier assessments to improve supply chain efficiency; experienced in driving technological & non-technological assignments in coordination with global teams. Skilled in developing Supply Chain Strategy with a focus on transforming the function into a value-creation group by working in collaboration with business stakeholders, cross-functional partners & strategic supplier alliances to generate year-over-year productivity. People engagement specialist, excels at leading & realigning work groups & roles to foster an environment of collective leadership; insightful cross-cultural exposure while working with geographically diversified & multi-functional teams. Utilized process mapping & automation technologies to streamline operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing time-to-market. Insightful experience in cascading organizational objectives to individual KPIs, fostering a cohesive workforce focused on achieving strategic goals. Wealth of expertise in cultivating a proactive mindset, encouraging employees to leverage digital tools & technologies to drive innovation and efficiency and ensuring adaptability in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
