Tina Chaudhari

• Coordinated development and rollout of purchasing strategies and policies to align procurement with organizational goals.
• Managed contract terms, ensured compliance during execution, and optimized supplier databases and purchase records.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess business needs and effectively source goods and services from approved suppliers.
• Prepared cost estimates from collected proposals to support procurement decisions.

Checked procured items against quality standards and specifications.

• Negotiation with Suppliers on cost proposal (IT and Indirect procurement)
• Executed supplier identification, shortlisting, and evaluation based on established criteria to ensure alignment with organizational procurement goals.
• End-to-end contract management with periodic PAN India supplier reviews. Tracking and monitoring of agreement validity and terms and condition of PAN India core suppliers (Tyre, battery, relief car, RSA etc).
• Maintained SLA tracker and conducted periodic reviews with field operations team and internal stakeholders to support timely renewal of agreements.
• Validate the SLA received from Field ops team and propose for further sign-off by HOD post receipt & archiving hard copies for future correspondence.
• Identified cost-saving opportunities through alternate sourcing and value engineering, enhancing procurement strategy.
• Spend Analysis, MIS and Reporting.
• Documented key accomplishments to highlight project successes.
• Standardized the process for Request for Quotations (RFQs) to streamline procurement operations and improve efficiency.
• Led the digitization of Purchase Orders (POs), enhancing accuracy and reducing processing time.
• Implemented procedures for electronic signatures (e-sign) of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), ensuring faster and more secure contract execution.

• Manage procurement activities for Plant and Project Capex & packages, Opex, services, and Bias Plant for CEAT Nagpur (MH) in close coordination with plant stakeholders, ensuring high levels of internal customer satisfaction in cost, delivery, and quality.
• Lead procurement activities for projects and plant operations, collaborating with Project/Plant Management teams.
• Lead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with the scope provided by Project/Plant teams.
• Negotiate costs, terms, and conditions with suppliers and subcontractors, adhering to CEAT standards and collaborating with Project/Plant Management and Legal teams.
• Prepare and authorize purchase orders for commodities, services, MRO, and IT-related purchases, optimizing CAPEX & OPEX costs in cooperation with the Project/Plant.
• Receive and review requisitions, ensuring correctness and verifying budget availability in coordination with Project Controlling and necessary authorities.
• Review quotations, analyze commercial terms, and prepare recommendations for negotiation strategies.
• Prepare quotation overviews and necessary documentation for clients when required.
• Expedite purchase order execution, ensuring timely delivery and supporting logistics activities.
• Develop and maintain the Note for Approval (NFA) document, including cost comparisons for bid packages in line with CEAT standards and Project/Plant requirements.
• Document and report project-related purchasing activities to the Executive Director of Finance and Project Management.
• Participate in procurement and project-related meetings to maintain effective communication.
• Maintain the Project Procurement Plan and collaborate with Engineering and Project Management on required purchases.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct supplier evaluations, maintaining communication with suppliers to identify opportunities for process, product, and service improvements.
• Achievements:
• Awarded Champion of the Year 2022 and 2023 Quarterly Awards for outstanding performance and contributions.
• Successfully managed the BROWNFIELD project for the Ambernath plant, ensuring its timely and efficient execution.
• Negotiated long-term supplier contracts, securing more favorable terms and achieving a 10% reduction in annual procurement expenses.
• Negotiated a 5% reduction in procurement costs, resulting in significant savings while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Mentored and guided new team members, facilitating their quick adaptation to procurement processes and enhancing overall team productivity.

• Initiate the purchasing process and request quotations in compliance with company guidelines and processes.
• Follow up with vendors to ensure timely procurement of materials.
• Maintain and organize all purchase-related documents and filing systems.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) in SAP system.
• Ensure proper supply of tools and gauges to prevent machine downtime due to material shortages.
• Collect and review quotations from various vendors based on purchase requisitions.
• Conduct a detailed comparison of received quotations for rate, quality, and other criteria to assist in finalizing procurement decisions.
• Supplied data and support to management for decision-making and reporting.
• Coordinate with the Stores department for inventory management and stock control.

• Identify and assess business requirements for goods, materials, and services.
• Source and establish relationships with reliable suppliers to meet business needs.
• Negotiate pricing, quality standards, and delivery terms with suppliers.
• Set order quantities and issue bid requests for supply contracts.
• Coordinate delivery schedules and manage storage operations.
• Oversee quality control processes and conduct product testing to ensure standards are met.