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UDAY TAMBAKUWALA

UDAY TAMBAKUWALA

Manager - Purchase (Stores)
Kolkata

Summary

Talented Purchasing Manager 30+ years of experience managing and improving procurement operations. Successfully forging strong vendor contracts, sourcing quality products and reducing costs.

Skilled in Stores Purchase with history of taking on challenging projects while reducing costs and logistics operations. Coordinates effectively with vendors and build highly productive teams focused on business success.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Purchase Manager

Budge Budge Jute Mill
11.2019 - Current
  • Conducted re-negotiations with vendors on rejections, disposition and adjustment of purchased materials not meeting specifications.
  • Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
  • Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
  • Implemented sustainability initiatives within procurement processes to minimize environmental impact.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Facilitated continuous improvement within purchasing department by regularly reviewing processes and practices for potential enhancements.
  • Assisted in preparation of annual budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting of procurement costs.
  • Identified and targeted critical procurement issues, saving over Rs 10 lakh per month.

Purchase Officer - Procurement

Ladlow Jute Mill
08.2009 - 10.2019
  • Developed detailed purchase specifications for complex technical items, reducing errors and misunderstandings during the ordering process.
  • Improved visibility into end-to-end supply chain operations through diligent tracking of purchased materials from order placement to receipt.
  • Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
  • Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
  • Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.

Assistant Manager, Purchase

Agarpara Jute Mill
12.1998 - 06.2007
  • Analyzed spend data across different categories to identify areas for potential consolidation of vendors or negotiation leverage points.
  • Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key vendors, resulting in improved service levels and cost savings for the organization.
  • Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
  • Conducted regular market research to identify trends and opportunities for cost reduction or product improvements.

Assistant Stores Officer

Kankaria Group
03.1993 - 11.1998
  • Developed and executed plans for coaching, training, evaluating and scheduling store associates.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Promoted teamwork among staff members, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to collaboration and productivity.
  • Adhered to industry regulations regarding product storage, handling hazardous materials safely and efficiently when necessary.

Education

BBA -

Calcutta University
Kolkata
04.2001 -

Skills

MS Office

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Software

Well versed in ERP

Timeline

Purchase Manager

Budge Budge Jute Mill
11.2019 - Current

Purchase Officer - Procurement

Ladlow Jute Mill
08.2009 - 10.2019

BBA -

Calcutta University
04.2001 -

Assistant Manager, Purchase

Agarpara Jute Mill
12.1998 - 06.2007

Assistant Stores Officer

Kankaria Group
03.1993 - 11.1998
UDAY TAMBAKUWALAManager - Purchase (Stores)