Open To Work
Sowmya M
Bengaluru
Work Preference
Summary
Accomplished Supply Chain Professional experienced in direct and indirect procurement within aviation and e-commerce sectors. Achieved cost reductions and optimized supply chain operations through strategic sourcing, vendor development, and contract negotiation. Focused on enhancing supplier performance and driving continuous improvement while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business Process Team Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
Bengaluru
09.2023 - Current
- Oversee Boeing's Factory & Production and IT & DA Procurement & Supply Chain operations across multiple US manufacturing sites, driving efficiency and compliance.
- Managed IT software and services contracts, evaluating project scopes, timelines, and deliverables to align with business objectives.
- Collaborated with business units and finance to secure approvals and align contract terms with organizational goals and compliance standards.
- Negotiate pricing, discounts, and terms with suppliers, conducting thorough risk assessments to optimize cost savings and supplier performance.
- Partner with stakeholders to finalize contractual clauses, guaranteeing adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Deliver on performance targets by executing contracts efficiently and contributing to key strategic initiatives, resulting in a [X]% improvement in procurement cycle times.
- Lead and mentor a team by delegating tasks, monitoring performance metrics, and compiling detailed reports for senior management to support informed decision-making.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows and boost productivity.
Senior Procurement Analyst
Flipkart Internet Private Limited
03.2019 - 06.2023
- Managed RFIs, RFQs, and purchase orders with suppliers to align material procurement with production requirements, ensuring timely availability.
- Negotiated with suppliers to optimize and reduce lead times for A-class parts, achieving a [X]% decrease in delivery time.
- Coordinated with planning teams to sell excess inventory and procure demand-driven items globally, enhancing inventory turnover by [Y]%.
- Oversaw end-to-end procurement of production, non-production, and raw materials, ensuring cost-effective supply chain management.
- Executed cost reduction initiatives by identifying and qualifying alternative suppliers and materials, resulting in [X]% cost savings.
- Analyzed procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities across categories.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements.
- Developed procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and market trends.
Supply Chain Analyst
WyzMindz Solutions Private Limited
05.2013 - 04.2019
- Achieved a 15% reduction in procurement costs through effective strategic vendor negotiations.
- Minimized excess inventory by 10% by implementing Just-In-Time (JIT) and inventory optimization techniques.
- Enhanced supplier on-time delivery rates by establishing rigorous performance monitoring systems.
- Improved supplier on-time delivery rates through establishment of rigorous performance monitoring systems.
- Collaborated with production teams to forecast material requirements and optimize supply planning, ensuring alignment with production schedules.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product availability.
- Monitored supplier performance for compliance with service level agreements, addressing issues proactively to maintain supply chain integrity.
Education
12th - English
North East Frontier Technical University
Arunachal Pradesh , India 06.2013 - 09.2017
B.Com - Commerce
north east frontier technical university
10th - English
KarnatakaSkills
- Procurement Management
- Procurement Planning
- Strategic Sourcing
- Category Management
- Spend Analysis
- Vendor Assessment
- Vendor relationship management
- Material Procurement
- Supply Chain Operations
- S2P
- Coupa
- Workflow Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk management
- Analytical
- Microsoft Office
- Risk management
Projects
Indirect Procurement Optimization, 700 Days, Streamlined procurement processes for indirect materials and services, driving cost reduction and operational efficiency., Led project initiatives as Project Lead, overseeing end-to-end implementation of process improvements., Analyzed existing procurement workflows to identify bottlenecks and areas for enhancement., Implemented a new e-procurement system, decreasing processing time by 30% and boosting productivity., Trained procurement staff to optimize adoption and effective utilization of the new system., Delivered a 15% reduction in procurement costs within the first year, contributing to significant bottom-line savings.
Profile
Indirect Procurement Optimization, 700 Days, Streamlined procurement processes for indirect materials and services, driving cost reduction and operational efficiency., Led project initiatives as Project Lead, overseeing end-to-end implementation of process improvements., Analyzed existing procurement workflows to identify bottlenecks and areas for enhancement., Implemented a new e-procurement system, decreasing processing time by 30% and boosting productivity., Trained procurement staff to optimize adoption and effective utilization of the new system., Delivered a 15% reduction in procurement costs within the first year, contributing to significant bottom-line savings.
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Business Process Team Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
09.2023 - Current
Senior Procurement Analyst
Flipkart Internet Private Limited
03.2019 - 06.2023
12th - English
North East Frontier Technical University
06.2013 - 09.2017
Supply Chain Analyst
WyzMindz Solutions Private Limited
05.2013 - 04.2019
B.Com - Commerce
north east frontier technical university