Kamal Sood

Operations Associate

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India6 yrs 11 mos experience

Key Highlights

Proven track record in cost optimization and supply continuity.
Expert in end-to-end procurement execution and strategic sourcing.
Strong data-driven approach to operational efficiency.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Supply Chain and Procurement expert with a focus on operational efficiency in manufacturing.

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Skills

Core Skills

ProcurementStrategic SourcingCost ReductionOperational ExcellenceVendor ManagementProduct ManagementSupply Chain Management

Other Skills

Supplier identificationRFX executionNegotiationsOnboardingTransition managementOperational analysisSKU rationalizationInventory optimizationMicrosoft ExcelBusiness AnalyticsSupply PlanningConsultingManufacturing Process ImprovementPresentationsStrategy Consulting

About

Driving procurement and strategic sourcing programs that translate strategy into execution. Procurement and strategic sourcing leader with experience delivering sourcing and supply chain programs across global consulting, manufacturing, and infrastructure environments. I lead end-to-end procurement execution, from supplier strategy and RFXs to negotiations, contracting support, and performance management, working closely with senior stakeholders. My approach is data-driven and execution-focused, translating sourcing strategy into cost optimization, supply continuity, and operational readiness. Currently exploring Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, and Supply Chain leadership roles in complex organizations.

Experience

6 yrs 11 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 11 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr

Current Experience

Ey-parthenon

Assistant Manager

Apr 2025 – Present · 1 yr · Noida · Hybrid

Worked on multiple supply chain engagements across strategic sourcing, procurement execution, and manufacturing cost reduction for large, complex clients.
Engagement: Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
Strategic sourcing and procurement execution for a European manufacturing client across critical supply categories
Owned the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, including supplier identification, RFX execution, negotiations, onboarding, and transition management
Developed should-cost and cost breakdown models to support supplier negotiations and sourcing decisions
Partnered closely with procurement, planning, NPI, and suppliers to ensure supply continuity and implementation readiness
Supported supplier performance management and risk mitigation during sourcing implementation
Engagement: Manufacturing Cost Reduction & Operational Efficiency
Drove manufacturing cost reduction initiatives through production consolidation, capacity optimization, and operational analysis
Worked with operations and planning teams to improve manufacturing efficiency, throughput, and downtime reduction
Supported SKU rationalization and inventory optimization, aligning supply plans with operational constraints
Applied data-driven analysis to identify and execute sustainable cost and efficiency levers across manufacturing operations

Cost ReductionSupply Chain ManagementProcurementStrategic Sourcing

Kpmg india

Consultant

Dec 2022 – Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Gurugram · On-site

Operations and sourcing execution for large infrastructure and airport programs involving multiple vendors and service partners.
Led RFXs, vendor evaluation, and sourcing execution across multiple operational categories
Managed supplier performance, SLAs, and issue resolution in live operational environments
Partnered with legal and procurement teams on contract execution and vendor onboarding
Supported commercial and sourcing decisions through benchmarking and cost scenarios
Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders to ensure operational readiness and service continuity

Microsoft ExcelCost ReductionProcurementVendor Management

Ibm

Product Owner

Jun 2022 – Dec 2022 · 6 mos · Bengaluru

Partnered with supply chain and operations teams to align digital product features with sourcing and fulfillment capabilities
Improved visibility into demand and service requirements to support planning and procurement decisions
Worked cross-functionally with engineering and operations to enable scalable service execution

Microsoft ExcelBusiness AnalyticsProduct ManagementSupply Chain Management

Deepak nitrite limited

Supply Chain Specialist

Jun 2017 – Jul 2020 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Gujarat

Led production planning, demand alignment, and supply execution across manufacturing operations
Coordinated closely with procurement, vendors, and logistics partners to ensure OTIF delivery
Improved process efficiency and waste reduction through root-cause analysis and cross-functional initiatives
Managed vendor sourcing and onboarding for logistics and packaging partners
Worked with commercial and operations teams to meet demand commitments without service disruptions

Microsoft ExcelSupply PlanningSupply Chain ManagementProcurement