Vijay Gambhire
Operation & Purchase Manager
Pune,MH
Summary
Purchasing professional with proven track record in procurement strategy and vendor management. Known for improving cost-efficiency and streamlining purchasing operations. Valued team player committed to collaborative problem-solving and delivering results under changing conditions. Expertise in negotiation and supply chain optimization.
Overview
3
3
Languages
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation and Purchase Manager
Mass Harness Private Limited.
02.2023 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and obtain competitive quotations.
- Reduced order lead times by collaborating with suppliers to expedite shipments.
- Recorded price histories, vendor relationship issues, and purchasing document terms using NetworX technology software.
- Coordinated logistics activities related to transportation, shipping, and warehousing of purchased goods.
- Conducted re-negotiations with vendors on rejections, disposition and adjustment of purchased materials not meeting specifications.
- Streamlined vendor payment process by collaborating with finance department on invoice reconciliation efforts.
- Optimized supply chain operations by identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies to protect against potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Developed strong vendor partnerships to enhance supply chain effectiveness, and reduce costs.
- Managed documentation processes by organizing paperwork and updating spreadsheets to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Developed expertise by moving through multiple positions within purchasing, warehousing, and leadership.
Quality Associate
Redi India Quality Service Pvt. Ltd.
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Actively participated in cross-functional problem-solving sessions, leveraging expertise in quality principles as well as strong analytical skills.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Supported the development of a positive quality culture within the organization through continuous education and communication efforts.
- Reduced quality check and packaging downtime by identifying potential issues early, and working with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.
Education
MBA - Operations And Supply Chain Management
Sinhgad Institute of Management & Computer Application
Pune 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science -
Pramila Devi Patil Arts College
Beed 04.2001 -
HSC - Science
Balbheem College
Beed 04.2001 -
SSC -
Gramin Madhyamik Vidyalaya
Neknoor 04.2001 -
Skills
Supply chain optimization
Operations management
Global sourcing
Contract negotiation
Supplier management
Logistics coordination
Inventory management
Cost controls
Process development
Timeline
Operation and Purchase Manager
Mass Harness Private Limited.
02.2023 - Current
Quality Associate
Redi India Quality Service Pvt. Ltd.
05.2022 - 08.2022
MBA - Operations And Supply Chain Management
Sinhgad Institute of Management & Computer Application
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science -
Pramila Devi Patil Arts College
04.2001 -
HSC - Science
Balbheem College
04.2001 -
SSC -
Gramin Madhyamik Vidyalaya
04.2001 -