Tapas Joshi
New Delhi
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with expertise in industrial operations, process optimization, and plant maintenance. Currently in Purchase & Procurement as well as smelters operations too in India's first greenfield E-waste and secondary copper recycling project (7000 Crores investment) at Hindalco Industries. Skilled in cryogenic equipment, compressor systems, and large-scale plant shutdown management. Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and leadership in industrial manufacturing
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager - Procurement & Purchase
Hindalco Industries Limited
Gujrat
01.2025 - Current
- Managed procurement operations for India's first greenfield e-waste and copper recycling project, ensuring alignment with sustainability objectives.
- Spearheaded end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including RFQ/RFP creation, evaluation, and contract finalization for critical equipment.
- Monitored procurement schedules and mitigated supply chain risks to prevent project delays in high-value setup.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, project management, and finance teams to align material availability with milestones.
- Optimized procurement costs through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and bulk negotiation to enhance capex efficiency.
- Conducted market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve sourcing decisions.
- Strengthened supplier relationships through continuous engagement and performance reviews for enhanced collaboration.
- Supported localization initiatives by promoting domestic suppliers under Make in India and sustainability frameworks.
Assistant Manager - Process
Hindalco Industries Limited
Gujrat
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Completed the basic and detailed engineering for India’s first e-waste recycling and secondary copper project.
- Optimized processes, maintained plant operations, and ensured equipment reliability, supporting uninterrupted production.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale industrial projects on time.
- Led India's first E-waste and secondary copper recycling greenfield project, advancing sustainable metal recovery and circular economy efforts.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Aditya Birla Group
08.2023 - 08.2024
- 1 month training at MAHAN Aluminum, gaining expertise in large-scale aluminum production processes.
- 2 month training at Birla Copper, developing knowledge in copper refining and smelting operations.
- 9 month specialized training in Birla Copper Oxygen Plant, handling key responsibilities in plant maintenance and optimization.
- Led a team of 350+ personnel during the shutdown of a 960 TDP Oxygen Plant, ensuring high safety standards, smooth execution, and timely restart.
- Aditya Birla Group - Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) Graduate Engineer Trainee
Engineer
The Robbins Company India
Gurgaon
07.2022 - 07.2022
- I was 45 days over and learned all the technical aspects with that I also learned leadership skills with world class leaders.
- The Robbins Company is a USA based construction company where they manufacture, supply & service of TBM machine.
Junior Engineer
Bagga Link - Maruti Suzuki
Delhi
05.2018 - 06.2018
- I have done 45 days summer internship where I applied my mechanical engineering skills in real life, where I have learned all the automobiles parts with engine parts.
Education
B.tech - Mechanical Engineering
ISBM University
Raipur,Chhattisgarh12-2023
12th Class - Delhi
NIOS Senior Secondary
Delhi12-2020
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Rohine, Delhi
Guru nank Dev Institute of technology
Rohine, Delhi12-2019
10th Class -
Vivekanand International Senior Secondary School
Delhi03-2016
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Project Management
- Creative Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal Skills
- Decision Making
- Leadership Skills
- Creativity
- Time Management
- Fast Learner
- Computer Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Microsoft Office
- Communication Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Effective Time Management
Projects
- Water-Powered Engine, Delhi, Delhi, 11/01/18, 06/30/19, In my final year of Diploma, I developed the water-powered engine where we developed the system where hydrogen will release and will send in which engine in control system.
- Plastic to Crude Oil, Pilani, Rajasthan, 12/01/20, 12/31/23, During my B.Tech, I developed a team of technical professionals where we developed a process to convert plastic waste into heavy diesel category.
Hobbies and Interests
- GYM
- Cooking
- Reading
Websites
Certification
- Certified International Procurement Proffessional (CIPP)
- Certified International Procurement Manager (CIPM)
- Certified International Procurement Consultant (CIPM)
- Six Sigma Yellow belt
- 5S for operational Excellence
- SCOR Framework
- Six Sigma in Supply Chain
- Ethics in Procurement
- Supplychain Fundamentals
Timeline
Assistant Manager - Procurement & Purchase
Hindalco Industries Limited
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager - Process
Hindalco Industries Limited
08.2024 - 12.2024
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Aditya Birla Group
08.2023 - 08.2024
Engineer
The Robbins Company India
07.2022 - 07.2022
Junior Engineer
Bagga Link - Maruti Suzuki
05.2018 - 06.2018
B.tech - Mechanical Engineering
ISBM University
12th Class - Delhi
NIOS Senior Secondary
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Rohine, Delhi
Guru nank Dev Institute of technology
10th Class -
Vivekanand International Senior Secondary School