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Gaurav Kadam

Gaurav Kadam

Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic procurement professional with extensive experience at Reliance Industries Limited, excelling in strategic sourcing and vendor negotiation management. Proven track record of achieving $2.5 million in cost savings through effective supplier relationship management and process optimization. Strong leadership skills complemented by expertise in SAP MM and financial analysis, driving efficiency and value in procurement operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Procurement Manager

Worley Services India Private Limited
09.2023 - Current
  • Projects Undertaken : LNG Terminal of 20 MTPA capacity at Louisiana.
  • Assisted in Identification of Potential Bidders by Material Categories & provided support on pre-qualification of potential bidders, TRACE Compliance of proposed vendors & project NDA compliance of approved Vendors
  • Coordinated procurement activities (P2P), maintaining accurate documentation and records for audit compliance.
  • Liaised with cross-functional teams to facilitate timely delivery of materials and services.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in procurement workflows and reduce lead times.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms to maximize cost savings.
  • Arrange Pre-Bid meeting for critical packages.
  • Negotiated savings/cost avoidance of $2.5 Million achieved on CP2 program; Appreciation received from Venture Global Virginia Team.
  • Optimized order fulfillment processes by closely monitoring lead times and adjusting orders as needed for timely deliveries.
  • Award of Piping Bulk & Specialty Items to Indian vendors resulting in cost saving on material, logistics/handling, project schedule. Average order value reduced by 25% from Indian pipe mills against Korean & Germany manufacturers which resulted in saving of $1.65 Million on initial order quantity.
  • Evaluated bid proposals from potential suppliers, taking into account both price and quality factors to make well-informed decisions for the company''s best interests.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives, maximizing efficiency and cost savings.

Senior Procurement Manager

Reliance Industries Limited, RIL
05.2022 - 09.2023
  • Key responsibility: Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Development, Global Sourcing, Market Research, Material Costing, Negotiation, Supplier performance management E-Procurement, online tendering and establishing Annual Rate Contract (ARC) with strategic suppliers etc.
  • Overseeing Revenue Spares Procurement Category for 7 O2C Manufacturing Plants. Negotiated with 50+ vendors (domestic & overseas), handled procurement of imported and indigenous mechanical rotary spares for Steady
    State (SEZ+DTA) and reported to the General Manager.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders with timely meetings to Ensure procurement goals were met for Shutdowns & Regular PR's.
  • Assisting ARC team for Identification & Negotiations during formation & Modification of Rate Contract with global suppliers.
  • Review of purchase requisitions (PRs), Identify probable vendors, RFQ floating, Prepare internal cost estimates (ICE), Evaluate offers on techno-commercial aspects, Negotiation, Prepare CBA & approval note, PO creation in SAP MM, Delivery expediting and Ensure timely payment to the vendor (Entire P2P cycle)

Senior Purchase Officer

Aegis Logistics Group
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Implemented new procurement processes in Logistics resulting in a decrease in Lead Time and Faster Order Fulfilment.
  • Handled all Major Capex & Opex Procurement categories for EPC - Oil Storage Tanks Terminals & LPG Gas Bottling Projects
  • Played a key role in:
    o Issuing LOI/ Purchase Order in SAP MMmodule
    o Evaluating prices and approving invoices on purchase orders, scheduling delivery dates, following up on delayed deliveries.
    o Sustaining proper layout of all material according to model & aggregates specification for easy tractability in yard for reducing the delivery time of our job.
  • Floating RFQ's to & Formulating commercial & technical comparison for material and negotiated both terms for maximum profits of company & for entire satisfaction of vendor for long-term relation/ business.



Purchase Officer

NCC Ltd, Nagarjuna Construction Company
11.2019 - 01.2021

Significantly achieved reduced the lead time, for Consumption categories by initiating Annual Rate Contracts with OEM Suppliers for Fixed Purchase & structuring the inventory policy.

  • Negotiating and agreeing contracts and monitoring their progress - checking the quality of service provided, developing an organization’s purchasing strategy, Material Planning , liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers,identifying potential suppliers,
    visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships.
  • Managed supplier relationships and negotiated favorable terms.
  • Procurement of raw material from national and international market, Development of alternative local sources for imported raw materials which helps in cost saving, purchasing machines with improved technology to increase production.
  • Consolidated supplier base by 30% through the elimination of subpar suppliers while improving total cost and efficiencies

Purchase Executive

Raro Group
05.2017 - 11.2019

• Handled Entire Procurement Operations for Infrastructure and Land Development Projects.
• Initiated Requests for Proposals (RFPs), reviewed and evaluated proposals, negotiated pricing and terms and conditions.
• Assisted the business units in troubleshooting, researching and resolving any issues pertaining to their requirements.
• Ensured on time delivery and improved purchasing quality by setting up the quality check procedures for the suppliers and personal onsite checking.
• Maintained clean and organized records to ensure that all reports/invoices are filed and stored properly in the database

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Saraswati College of Engineering Kharghar
Navi Mumbai
08-2017

Diploma Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Datta Meghe College of Engineering
Navi Mumbai
06-2012

Skills

  • Procurement SAP MM
  • Vendor Negotiation Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Project Purchase Operations
  • Inventory Management
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Capex & Opex Procurement
  • Financial Analysis
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Cost analysis
  • Category management

Accomplishments

    Supplier Relationship Management

  • Established a supplier relationship management program resulting in 50% reduction in supplier-related issues.
  • Vendor Development

  • Associating & Extending Relationships with new vendors to achieve competitive bidding and increasing saving for procurements.
  • Cost Optimization

  • Developed and implemented Logistics Strategies resulting in 30% reduction in Delivery Costs & Time.
  • Inventory Optimization

  • Structuring the inventory policy and fixed Max /Min., reorder points, EOQ and safety stock level for each item

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Assistant Procurement Manager

Worley Services India Private Limited
09.2023 - Current

Senior Procurement Manager

Reliance Industries Limited, RIL
05.2022 - 09.2023

Senior Purchase Officer

Aegis Logistics Group
11.2019 - 01.2021

Purchase Officer

NCC Ltd, Nagarjuna Construction Company
11.2019 - 01.2021

Purchase Executive

Raro Group
05.2017 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Saraswati College of Engineering Kharghar

Diploma Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Datta Meghe College of Engineering
Gaurav Kadam