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Vikas Nadgir

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Development Expert With 30 + Years Experience
DOMBIVLI,Maharashtra

Summary

Experience of handling various commodities like Castings, Forgings,Sheetmetal, Proprietary parts with over 30 years of rich experience in Automobile Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Dedicated Automobile Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Senior position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.


Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Dy.General Manager

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
Mumbai , Maharashtra
03.1998 - Current
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Supported gross profit goals by negotiating and controlling costs, lead times, freight terms and purchase quantity requirements.
  • Evaluated new supplier capabilities to significantly reduce risks, improve operational visibility and create greater value for products and services.
  • Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
  • Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Developed and implemented strategic purchasing procedures and control systems to reduce direct costs and carrying costs.
  • Delivered procurement impact savings .
  • Utilized and implemented cost-effective recruitment strategies to attract highly qualified and diverse candidates.
  • Conducted pre-screening phone and in-person interviews for qualified candidates.
  • Monitored labor markets and conducted market intelligence to optimize savings and run ra
  • Streamlined portfolio, negotiated payment terms and promoted spending transparency to support cross-disciplinary goals.
  • Managed and developed relationships with suppliers to attain maximum cost efficiency and leverage buying power.
  • Reviewed applicant information, employment applications and references to verify qualifications.
  • Collaborated with strategic partners to develop and manage key performance indicators and quality assurance processes.
  • Participated in critical /confidential business meetings to collect and relay sourcing assignment details.
  • Analyzed spend data to identify and execute cost-savings, cost-avoidance and value analysis opportunities.
  • Researched new vendors and partners to obtain most cost-effective pricing for goods, saving company Rs 30 crores in one year.
  • Maximized value from business processes to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce costs.
  • Maintained documentation for all purchases.
  • Facilitated supplier development programs to create productive partnerships that support production performance and quality objectives.
  • Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.
  • Developed sourcing strategies to improve procurement processes, supplier relationships and capability development to optimize supply chain.
  • Managed supply base to support corporate objectives in areas of cost, quality, delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized root cause analysis to address internal and external non-conformance issues and apply corrective action or intervention to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Managed cost reduction projects to meet budget and achieve healthier cost-base, while creating lasting competitive advantage.
  • Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits.
  • Collaborated with finance, procurement and operations leaders on global sourcing projects.

Officer Development

Pal - Peugeot Ltd
DOMBIVLI, Maharashtra
07.1995 - 03.1998
  • Supported gross profit goals by negotiating and controlling costs, lead times, freight terms and purchase quantity requirements.
  • Evaluated new supplier capabilities to significantly reduce risks, improve operational visibility and create greater value for products and services.
  • Developed long-term partnerships with key suppliers to improve performance across supply chain, generate greater cost efficiency and enable business to grow and develop.
  • Managed cost reduction projects to meet budget and achieve healthier cost-base, while creating lasting competitive advantage.
  • Maintained documentation for all purchases.
  • Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
  • Incorporated benchmarking to drive value creation, internal growth and cost savings throughout supply chain.
  • Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
  • Participated in cross-functional activities to spark innovation, break bureaucratic boundaries and reduce production cycle times.
  • Collaborated with finance, procurement and operations leaders on global sourcing projects.
  • Researched new vendors and partners to obtain most cost-effective pricing for goods, saving company 25.00 Lacs in one year.
  • Developed sourcing strategies to improve procurement processes, supplier relationships and capability development to optimize supply chain.
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
  • Developed productive relationships with key account holders.
  • Authorized purchase orders and consumables through SAP
  • Identified cost-effective vendors and set up favorable contracts, for Lacalisation of parts which has helped us to Localize 20% of Vehicle Content in a year
  • Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.

Jr. Assistant Engineer

MUKAND LTD
Thane , Maharashtra
09.1990 - 07.1995
  • Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
  • Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods.
  • Reduced product rollout time by 15% using effective multitasking on design, engineering and manufacturing.
  • Performed daily department Layered Process Audits to maintain proactive control over automobile manufacturing process.
  • Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.

Purchasing Officer

Industrial Marketing Agency
Mumbai , Maharashtra
05.1989 - 08.1990
  • Sourced and vetted new vendors to meet purchasing needs.
  • Located vendors of materials, equipment and supplies to determine product availability and terms of sales.
  • Evaluated supplier performance and worked with representatives to resolve issues.
  • Prepared and processed requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
  • Managed vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality and reliability.
  • Worked with production to understand and plan for materials needs.

Education

Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Engine Machinist

KHK Institute of Engineering
Dharwad
06.1986 - 07.1989

PGDBM - Operations Management

Pune University
Pune
08.2009 - 08.2011

Skills

    Managerial skills

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Interests

Travelling,

Cooking

Listening Music

Timeline

PGDBM - Operations Management

Pune University
08.2009 - 08.2011

Dy.General Manager

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
03.1998 - Current

Officer Development

Pal - Peugeot Ltd
07.1995 - 03.1998

Jr. Assistant Engineer

MUKAND LTD
09.1990 - 07.1995

Purchasing Officer

Industrial Marketing Agency
05.1989 - 08.1990

Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Engine Machinist

KHK Institute of Engineering
06.1986 - 07.1989

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