VIJAY DEVJI WAGHELA
Associate Director - Sourcing
Mumbai
Summary
Dynamic Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Leader with over 20 years of experience in turnkey contracting, infrastructure projects, and modular furniture manufacturing. Proven success in strategic sourcing, vendor development, contract negotiation, and centralized procurement across India, managing procurement portfolios exceeding ₹150-200 Crore annually in contracting and ₹50 Crore in retail furniture operations. Expertise in cost optimization and supplier performance management, with a track record of establishing long-term rate contracts with national and international vendors, including those in China. Strong leadership capabilities in managing procurement and subcontract teams while ensuring adherence to ISO 9001 QMS standards and implementing ERP-driven procurement processes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Associate Director - Sourcing
Ensemble Infrastructure India Ltd.
12.2013 - Current
- Led centralized procurement for 20+ projects annually with project values exceeding ₹5 Crore each.
- Managed procurement budgets of ₹150–200 Crore annually across multiple infrastructure projects.
- Directed a team of 6 procurement professionals and 6 subcontract coordinators across India.
- Negotiated rate contracts with major suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers to reduce material costs.
- Developed alternative vendor sources to achieve significant cost savings without compromising quality.
- Implemented procurement systems aligned with ISO 9001 QMS documentation standards.
- Coordinated closely with project teams, stores, and finance to ensure uninterrupted material availability and timely vendor payments.
Assistant General Manager – Purchase & Logistics
Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Ltd.
12.2010 - 12.2013
- Managed procurement and logistics for large-scale infrastructure and interior contracting projects.
- Oversaw supplier selection, quotation analysis, and commercial negotiations.
- Implemented supply chain metrics to track vendor performance and delivery timelines.
- Coordinated procurement planning aligned with project schedules and cost targets.
Senior Purchase Officer
Ensemble Infrastructure India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2006 - 12.2010
- Managed procurement of raw materials, subcontract works, and project supplies.
- Conducted market analysis and vendor evaluation for competitive sourcing.
- Ensured compliance with procurement procedures and documentation standards.
Purchase Officer
Team One Architects India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2006 - 10.2006
- Managed procurement of project materials and coordinated with vendors for timely delivery.
Purchase Officer
Woodcraft
04.2003 - 03.2006
- Handled sourcing and procurement of materials for modular furniture production.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - B.Com
S.K. Somaiya Arts & Commerce College
Mumbai01-2003
Higher Secondary Certificate - HSC
S.K. Somaiya Vinay Mandir
Mumbai01-1999
Secondary School Certificate - SSC
Rajawadi Municipal School
Mumbai01-1997
Skills
Skilled in using MS Office tools
Oracle ERP implementation
Team collaboration and leadership
Strategic leadership
Process improvement
Resources allocation
Expense control
Strategic planning
Contract management
Negotiation and conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Achieved significant cost savings across projects by introducing equivalent materials and optimizing supplier negotiations.
- Managed centralized procurement operations across India for multiple simultaneous projects.
- Successfully handled annual procurement volumes exceeding ₹200 Crore.
- Built and maintained a strong national vendor network ensuring cost efficiency and supply reliability.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Procurement & Supply Chain
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Planning
- Contract Management & Rate Contracts
- Supply Chain Metrics & Vendor Performance
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control
- Vendor & Supplier Management
- Vendor Identification & Development
- Negotiation of Pricing & Commercial Terms
- Vendor Evaluation & Relationship Management
- Global Sourcing (India & China)
- Operations & Inventory
- Inventory Optimization & Stock Reconciliation
- Procurement Process Implementation
- Production & Finance Coordination
- Procurement Reporting for Management
- Systems
- Oracle ERP
- Tally ERP
- MS Office Suite
COMPENSATION DETAILS
- Current CTC: ₹29.40 LPA
- Expected CTC: ₹36 LPA
- Notice Period: 30 Days
Timeline
Associate Director - Sourcing
Ensemble Infrastructure India Ltd.
12.2013 - Current
Assistant General Manager – Purchase & Logistics
Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Ltd.
12.2010 - 12.2013
Senior Purchase Officer
Ensemble Infrastructure India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2006 - 12.2010
Purchase Officer
Team One Architects India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2006 - 10.2006
Purchase Officer
Woodcraft
04.2003 - 03.2006
Higher Secondary Certificate - HSC
S.K. Somaiya Vinay Mandir
Secondary School Certificate - SSC
Rajawadi Municipal School
Bachelor of Commerce - B.Com
S.K. Somaiya Arts & Commerce College