Material Procured: Electronic & magnetic components, cable material , engineering items and instrumentation In my current role, I have essayed a pivotal role in establishing and strengthening the Supply Chain Team for India Operations to achieve defined operational & financial objectives. Craft strategies, define roadmaps and orchestrate resources to ensure cost efficiency and timeliness in material procured. Implement several initiatives including lean material management, 3CQL methodology for procurement etc to optimize cost and inventory utilization.Recognized for my ability to nurture a pool of suppliers after rigorous techno-commercial evaluation and negotiation, to reduce lead time, enhance quality and service levels. Partnered with suppliers to help them grow their business thereby negotiating profitable terms of trade with them. Institutionalized metrics to evaluated supplier performance on key parameters including on time delivery, quality, zero damage, line stoppage and smooth flow of material. Ability to collaborate with group companies for effective functioning of IPO & BLP for kitting, optimizing 3M (man, material & machine) utilization, enhancing productivity and achieving zero obsolescence. Sound inventory management skills, ability to implement concepts like JIT and FIFO and demonstrated abilities in maintaining a VMI, BIM & lean warehouse have enabled me to optimize inventory levels and minimize wastage & pilferage. I am also proficient in monitoring freight forwarders from pre-shipment to delivery to factory while minimizing freight costs. Coach and mentor a high performing team and nurture a cohesive work environmentHighlights- Best Employee Award, 2010- Dedicated Long Service Award- Recognized by MD, CEO and VP-Materials for recording significant cost reduction.- Appreciated for optimizing inventory utilization by depleting obsolete inventory - Appreciated for working towards lean inventory to enhance profitability.

I started my career with the UTL Group where I gained hands on experience in cost effective & timely procurement of electronic components. Analyzed customers BOMs to understand requirements; prepare quotes and source material. Honed my planning and executing skills to ensure availability of material to fulfil customer orders. Nurtured collaborative relations with suppliers to schedule material availability and shipping thereby minimizing losses due to stock outs and over stocking. My ability to optimize cots by scouting for alternate components and alternate sources won me many accolades.