With more than 20 years of experience in managing strategic and global sourcing, procurement, product development, and category management for various consumer products, I am a highly experienced techno-commercial professional who leads the ODM/OEM business expansion and innovation at Panasonic Life Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. As the Assistant General Manager of global sourcing and category management, I oversee the product development planning and execution for the home appliances, air conditioning, kitchen appliances, and beauty care categories for the ISAMEA region (India, South Asia, Middle East, and Africa).My core competencies include vendor development, cost innovation, techno-commercial negotiations, contract negotiations, product development and expansion, P/L management, regulatory compliance management, supply chain management, quality assurance system and audit, data analysis and improvement, and quality improvement activity. I am also a certified Six Sigma Black Belt, with expertise in applying the methodology for process and business excellence. My mission is to leverage my technical know-how, market insights, and customer orientation to deliver value-added and competitive products that meet the diverse needs and preferences of the ISAMEA consumers.