Ranjith Kumar C Email & Phone Number

Puducherry, India

Chennai Area, India

Strategic Sourcing Expertise with a Proven Track Record of Cost Reduction• Possess extensive experience in strategic sourcing, encompassing commodity analysis, supplier market analysis, product costing, product benchmarking, market intelligence, and cost-out activities.• Demonstrated success in generating substantial cost reductions through aggressive negotiation.• Spearheaded strategic sourcing initiatives for metallic and non-metallic commodities, achieving significant savings through cost-out projects, localization, RTC improvement, payment term Optimization, Inco Terms improvement, supplier relationship management, dual-source development, sole-source reduction, best-cost country migration, supplier optimization, on-time delivery and quality improvement, cross-functional project management, service productivity enhancement, and life cycle cost reduction through supply chain process optimization.• Contributed to new product development projects, including the 800KV GIS developmentKey Achievements in GIS Unit:• Successfully indigenized 500 parts for 800KV GIS, achieving an average cost reduction of 18-22% for metallic parts, machined parts, castings, and fasteners.• Achieved an average cost reduction of 51% for 150 rubber, plastic, spring, and bearing commodities, resulting in a net saving of Rs. 11 crores (annual basis).• Implemented sole-source reduction and supplier consolidation, reducing the number of GIS panel suppliers from 300 to 2010, accompanied by a 10% cost reduction.• Aggressively pursued cost reduction through value engineering and bundle buy initiatives, achieving 8-10% savings on selected commodities.• Implemented VMI to reduce 9MINR inventory for c-class material in GIS and AIS units by establishing a supplier consumable store in the GIS plant.• Simplified the supply chain process through single-vendor consolidation, combining plating, painting, and warehousing services with a single vendor, resulting in significant cost savings.

Chennai Area, India

• Identified new sources for both Direct and Indirect Commodities.• Managed assigned commodities, led total cost of ownership activities, and drove supplier development for best practices.• Prepared contracts and legal documents, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.• Met price and performance requirements, addressed negotiation issues, and managed contract reviews.• Oversaw changes, closures, and conducted audits to contracts and master agreements.• Identified mission-critical suppliers, pricing structures, and service level agreements.• Conducted QBR meetings, provided global forecast requirements, assessed vendor risk, and monitored supplier performance.• Developed and issued RFQs, negotiated prices and delivery, and ensured compliance with purchasing policies and processes.Project Handled in Construction & Service: Plant 2,4 & 5 Construction with steal structure, Electrical work Installation for below plant, chiller Installation with duct, Fire safety with Hydrant installation, 200KVA DG service handling, arranging loading & unloading, installation of Machine, arranging Packing supplier for Moulding Machine, arranging scarp supplier for reselling of used machine and materials & getting government related approval & certificate. Ex. DTPC & Safety related approval processes.

Puducherry Area, India

Strategic and Operational Leadership• Spearheaded organizational restructuring to optimize resource allocation and enhance operational efficiency.• Established clear performance objectives and implemented effective workload management strategies to drive goal attainment.• Championed continuous process improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and maximizing value delivery.Sourcing and Compliance Expertise• Proactively identified and implemented Sourcing Policy, cost-effective sourcing solutions, including new material localization and product development initiatives & Ensured rigorous adherence to relevant laws and regulations• Negotiated strategic pricing agreements with vendors, leveraging expertise in should-costing methodologies.• Established and maintained stable vendor relationships, fostering a culture of quality and cost-conscious delivery.• Prepared comprehensive price approval documents for both direct and indirect commodities.Team Management and Metrics-Driven Performance• Embraced a team-based management approach, fostering a collaborative environment that aligns individual efforts towards collective goals.• Effectively translated company vision into actionable quarterly business reviews, ensuring strategic alignment and progress tracking.• Consistently delivered measurable results against key performance indicators (KPIs) for quality, delivery, and cost of quality effectiveness.• Demonstrated a keen ability to identify and implement data-driven solutions to optimize operational performance.

Puducherry Area, India

• Executed and monitored routine purchasing duties, ensuring timely delivery of items. • Analyzed production capacity and implemented measures for immediate production ramp-up. • Prepared and processed purchase orders in compliance with company policies using SAP or other ERP. • Monitored and coordinated item deliveries between suppliers to ensure on-time receipt. • Supported corrective actions for rejected items at the supplier's end.

Pondicherry

Project Planning and Development• Design project plans with clear objectives and resources.• Develop proposals and budgets for funding.• Assess project risks and propose mitigation strategies.Implementation and Management• Oversee project execution within timelines and budgets.• Coordinate team and partner efforts for cohesive execution.• Adjust projects as needed for successful completion.Quality and Impact Evaluation• Implement evaluation frameworks to assess project impact.• Analyze data to measure success against objectives.• Use findings to improve future projects.Capacity Building• Identify and address training needs for staff and volunteers.• Conduct workshops to enhance stakeholder skills.Financial Management• Monitor expenditures and budget compliance.• Prepare financial reports for audits.Compliance and Reporting• Ensure project activities meet legal and ethical standards.• Submit project reports to funding agencies as required.Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Development• Engage with community and stakeholders for project alignment.• Maintain relationships with donors and partners.

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