I am a motivated, self guided and confident individual with very high positive attitude. I offer a unique blend of analytical and tactical expertise in the fields of Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain and Project Management. I also bring with me leadership & team working experience, strong knowledge management, analytical, and communication skills.

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supply Chain
• Logistics
• Project Management
• Manufacturing
• Process Optimization
• Strategic Management
• Spend Analysis
• Bid Analysis
• Data Modeling
• Self-Starter
• Streamline Operations

SUMMARY

• Four years of Procurement & Supply Chain experience including Spend Management, Manufacturing, Project Management and Strategic Management
• MBA from international business school, with a focus on Logistics & Supply Chain and Strategy
• Project Management certificate from Boston University. Preparing for APICS and PMP certifications

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

2009 Confidential, Skillman, NJ Strategic Sourcing Analyst:

Chemicals Sourcing:

• Performed spend analysis for more than $ 200 MM chemicals procured globally, by different commodities and different manufacturing sites (Internal & External), to identify cost savings. Worked with the team to identify opportunities and gaps in procurement policies and processes.
• Collected and collated quantitative and qualitative data to provide analytical support for the development of sourcing strategies and projects.
• Assisted in collecting and tracking purchasing and supplier performance data for management reporting and projects. Reached out suppliers with Material Information Requests (RFP's) and conducted worldwide supply market research (RFI's) for chemicals procurement.
• Worked with Category leads in reviewing proposals submitted from both incumbent and other pre-screened alternate suppliers. Worked with incumbent, alternate and qualified suppliers in the best interest of the participating stakeholders.
• Participated in the preparation of bid packages/ quotations (RFQ's) to suppliers in accordance with NA procurement guidelines. Performed bid analysis for various sourcing events. Participated in performing cost/ price analysis and other financial modeling in support of major sourcing and/ or buying decisions.
• Participated in the 2010 Business Plan (BP) process. Participated in the 2010 Business Award Process for a spend of $ 7.5 MM.
• Supported the formula costing function by working with external and internal business partners. Provided costs for over 100 formulas.

2008 Confidential, Boston, MA Project Analyst:

Strategic Sourcing Analysis:

• Provided analytical expertise in support of sourcing strategies. Supported the development and execution of sourcing strategies and project work plans.
• Performed supply market research by creating and analyzing RFP's. Performed sensitivity analysis to determine optimal sourcing options based on costs and lead times.
• Worked with Commodity Managers in evaluating various supply chain options and their impact on supply chain and inventory costs.

Process Optimization Analysis:

• Optimized flight arrival process to enhance customer experience, through a detailed study and observation of current process and information flow of flight arrivals.
• Measured and mapped current process flow through numerous data management tools. Analyzed the data collected to identify the gaps in the process thereby improving the turnaround times.
• Identified $1.25 MM in annual savings through study and analysis of arrival delay management. Worked with Continuous Improvement (C.I) team to optimize the cost savings.
• Presented project analysis and recommendations to the client executives.

2006 Confidential Consultant - Corporate Supply Chain: Framework to Analyze Core and Non Core Suppliers

• Evaluated BHEL's fragmented supplier base of 65 product groups. Identified low performing suppliers and potential suppliers of BHEL by applying different evaluation methods.
• Analyzed extensive supplier data from different businesses, regions and sectors. Identified and secured sourcing resources and related requirements.
• Created cost models to analyze core and non core suppliers for different businesses of BHEL.
• Developed, managed, and measured key supplier relationships. Arrived at the right mix of suppliers where BHEL could achieve strategic competitive advantage.

2002-2005 Confidential Production Plant - Operations:

Assistant Manager (2004 -2005)

• Implemented several methods that reduced production line workers by 20%, warehouse rental by 15%. Increased production rates by 30% and gross margin by 15%.
• Consistently executed supplier/ vendor contracts.
• Promoted the company products and brands in various industrial exhibitions.
• Ensured effective management across the plant and distribution system. Identified new and approved suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identified and executed numerous manufacturing outsourcing opportunities.
• Established strong work relationships with peers and clients.
• Improved relationships with poultry federation and other unions that created business opportunities.

Production Engineer (2002 - 2004)

• Assured proper direction and coordination of production functions in a large capacity plant.
• Initiated effective process flow to improve productivity levels. Reduced lead times, delays, waste and rework, while improving quality control and material procurements.
• Helped operations manager develop and strengthen the plant's product, quality and profitability.

EDUCATION Project Management Program

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Concentrations in Logistics & Supply Chain, International Business, and Strategic Management

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

COMPUTER AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

• M.S. Project
• Word
• Excel (Pivots, V Lookups etc)
• Access
• PowerPoint
• SAP (M.M.)
• SQL
• AutoCAD

RECOGNITIONS Awarded with AIT Fellowship for MBA program Selected for MBA Exchange program in Europe Awarded with BU Scholarship for Graduate Program in Project Management Rewarded for job Performance at American Airlines, Boston

SECURITY CLEARANCES Transportation Security Administration (TSA) FOREIGN LANGUAGES English, Hindi, French, German