I am a Manager of commodity Sourcing at Tata Consumer Products, a leading global company in the food and beverage industry. With an MBA in Retail Management and a Diploma in Agriculture, I have a strong background and knowledge of the commodity market and supply chain dynamics. I have over 19 years of experience in sourcing and procurement across various organisations and industries, such as food, beverage, hospitality, and catering.My core competencies include leading end-to-end sourcing, releasing RFI/RFP, negotiating contracts, and managing suppliers and warranties per the organisation's policies and governance framework. I also establish excellent coordination with all involved divisions, including strategic procurement, purchase planning, and materials management. I work towards taking the process and initiative to improve cost, quality, delivery, and service criteria and foster long-term collaborative relationships with the vendors. I am a self-starter, a relationship builder, a problem solver, and a results-driven professional with a globally immersive experience and a passion for creating value and delivering excellence.