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Gurugram, Hr, In

Leading a team of 10 professionals, managing an annual spend of over $1 Bn across Engineering (IT - Hardware, Software and Services) and Devices (CPE and SIM Cards) categories with 200+ suppliers.

Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Leading a procurement team of 3 professionals and overseeing an annual expenditure surpassing $300 million across 50+ Stock Keeping Units (SKUs), including Modem/Routers, Security Cameras, SIM cards, Access Points, Router UPS, and more, sourced from over 30 global suppliers.• Championing sustainability initiatives to promote the extensive use of recycled plastics, aiming to significantly reduce carbon footprints within our operations.• Driving the localization efforts of devices and various components in collaboration with Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) companies, ensuring a streamlined and efficient production process.

Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Managed procurement and material management operations, overseeing an annual portfolio valued at $200 million, encompassing items such as Broadband Modem/Routers and SIM cards.• Directed a team of 2 professionals responsible for supplier negotiations, demand forecasting, and supply planning across 23 warehouses nationwide, ensuring efficient operations on a PAN India scale.

Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Spearheaded the supply chain, navigating through acute chipset shortages caused by the pandemic without any business disruptions.• Strategically diversified the geographical supplier base during the pandemic, minimizing the impact of lockdowns on the supply chain.• Successfully mitigated chipset shortages by diversifying components and suppliers, while also forging strategic partnerships.• Oversaw the category sourcing of Direct-to-Home (DTH) components, including set-top boxes and antennas, totaling $100 million in value.

Gurgaon, India

• Led the sourcing of network equipment, including servers, and negotiated annual maintenance contract services.

Gurgaon, India

• Managed the procurement of sheet metal components valued at $10 million, including body panels, brackets, and levers.• Ensured Just In Time (JIT) delivery of components for 10+ Maruti Suzuki car models, conducted capacity planning, and negotiated terms to optimize supply chain efficiency.

Mumbai Area, India

• Facilitated Kaizen initiatives and fostered innovation across multiple business functions, while concurrently managing the AFS Excellence Model (AFSEM) project.• Conducted in-depth analysis of potential threats posed by cab operators such as Ola and Uber, proposing strategic actions to preempt disruption.

Leadership Development Programme, Executive Education

Bachelor Of Technology - Btech, Mechanical Engineering, 9.14/10