Dec 2020 – Jan 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India

• Delivered 10–20% cost savings through supplier negotiations, inventory optimization, and long-term contracts.
• Managed procurement spends of INR 2000 Crores and over 1000 suppliers, ensuring cost-efficient sourcing.
• Oversaw large-scale logistics operations for heavy machinery, achieving significant freight savings.
• Streamlined procurement to support rapid expansion across India.
• Enhanced supplier performance by aligning leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

Mar 2012 – Mar 2020 · 8 yrs · Hospet Region, Karnataka

• Achieved 20–40% cost savings across power sourcing, mining, and manufacturing operations.
• Increased equipment availability to 90% and windmill uptime by 3% through vendor performance management.
• Negotiated strategic asset acquisitions and optimized vendor contracts for large-scale mining projects.
• Reduced logistics costs by 15% annually through dedicated fleet partnerships.
• Managed annual procurement spend of INR 800 Crores across mining, energy, shipping, and aviation.

Sep 2009 – Mar 2012 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Thane, Mumbai

• Recovered INR 150 Crores in retention money by closing 46 projects.
• Restored profitability in a loss-making unit with INR 300 Crores annual spend through operational reforms.
• Reduced procurement costs by 10% through outsourcing and supplier agreements.

Aug 2007 – Aug 2009 · 2 yrs · Mumbai

• Led strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple categories, optimizing costs while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Developed and implemented vendor evaluation and performance management systems, strengthening supplier partnerships.
• Negotiated key contracts and long-term supply agreements, contributing to significant savings and operational efficiency.
• Streamlined procurement processes, introducing data-driven decision-making to support enterprise objectives.

Jan 2004 – Jul 2007 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Kota, Rajasthan

• Managed end-to-end materials management for glass manufacturing operations, ensuring uninterrupted production.
• Introduced category-based procurement strategies, improving cost efficiency and supplier performance.
• Implemented inventory optimization practices, reducing waste and enhancing working capital management.
• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to align procurement with business priorities and growth plans.

Apr 2000 – Dec 2003 · 3 yrs 8 mos · Hisar Area, India

• Supported procurement and supply chain operations for stainless steel production, handling vendor negotiations and contract management.
• Assisted in developing sourcing strategies that balanced cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinated with internal teams to improve procurement planning, logistics, and inventory management.
• Contributed to process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced operational bottlenecks.

Apr 1996 – Mar 2000 · 3 yrs 11 mos · Allahabad Area, India

Jan 1991 – Mar 1996 · 5 yrs 2 mos · Bhubaneshwar Area, India