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•Successfully managed the comprehensive domestic traded sourcing portfolio of Godrej Interio, overseeing the entire supply chain for B2C traded items.•Handled the sourcing of 304 Stock Keeping Units(SKUs), totaling INR 194 Cr in value, during the fiscal year 2022-2023.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully introduce more than 15 new Godrej Interio itemsinto the Indian market.•Managed the end-to-end process, including Request for Quotations(RFQs), cost validation, and timely sampleapprovals(98% acceptance rate). Coordinated with raw materialsuppliersto ensure 100% on-time delivery ofNew Product Introduction (NPI) items.•Managed relationships with more than 25 supplierslocated acrossIndia, ensuring punctual deliveries andmeeting businessrequirements.•Tracked purchase ordersto ensure fulfillment of business needs.•Identified opportunitiesfor costsavings and implemented initiativesto enhance the company'sfinancialperformance.•Utilized LN-Infor ERP system to drive efficiency and optimize costsin the procure-to-pay transaction process.•Implemented a digital initiative by initiating the online publication of the TOC Buffer Penetration Report for allValue for Design (B2C) Home suppliers, covering over 500 Norm Items(SKUs) through the WBPS Portal.•Implemented Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) to streamline task completion.

Executed negotiations and placed orders for various complex sourcingprojects aimed at cost savings for various commodities like mild steel, SS,kraft paper, wood and chemicals.•Spearheaded Digitization Project by implementing Advanced Shipping Note,QR code processes across 60 vendors.•Utilized LN - Infor system effectively to enhance efficiency and optimizecosts throughout the procure-to-pay process.•Engaged in negotiations with local business units to ensure contractsdelivered desired benefits and aligned with vendor specifications and qualitymanagement requirements while upholding legal and ethical standards.•Followed up with vendors for timely delivery of materials.•Supplier performance validation : monitored and evaluated supplierperformance to ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs)and contractual obligations.•Collaborated seamlessly with the payment team to address vendor-relatedpayment inquiries and concerns.•Resolved purchase order and invoice issues by identifying root causes andimplementing effective resolutions.