Gaurav Patil
Senior Project Manager-Procurement & sourcing
Pune
Summary
Results-driven Procurement & Sourcing Professional with 12+ years of experience in packaging machinery projects, specializing in secondary packaging solutions, vendor development, and new product initiatives. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and cross-functional project management from concept to execution. Adept at vendor negotiations, risk mitigation, and process improvement, with a strong track record of supporting organizational growth through timely project delivery and cost-effective procurement strategies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Project Manager – Procurement & Sourcing
Nichrome India Ltd.
12.2013 - Current
- Led packaging system integration projects including high-speed pouch handling and bottle-filling lines.
- Developed and qualified new vendors, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost efficiency.
- Negotiated contracts and finalized POs and payment terms, achieving cost savings and timely deliveries.
- Implemented project tracking & procurement strategies, reducing lead time and improving on-time completion.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration with design, supply chain, and project execution teams.
- Project Lead – New Product Development (Dec 2013 – Jun 2019)
12.2013 - 06.2019
- Directed end-to-end new product development, from concept design to production.
- Implemented an error-log system that reduced repetitive project mistakes by 80%.
- Coordinated with supply chain, design, and manufacturing to meet project timelines.
- Maintained comprehensive project documentation and risk mitigation plans.
- Earlier Engineering Roles (2004 – 2013)
Application Engineer
Everest Kanto Cylinders
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Designed high-pressure cylinder components, developed fixtures, and conducted technical & commercial comparisons.
Application Engineer
FJB Engineering
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Managed manufacturing projects, CNC programming, and quality inspections for defense and medical components.
Design Engineer
Whirlpool GTEC & Anand Machine Tools
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Designed SPM fixtures, performed GD&T, 3D modeling, and process improvement for manufacturing projects.
Education
M.S. - Industrial Engineering
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NYB.E. - Production Engineering
College of Engineering
Skills
- Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Development & Negotiation
- Project Planning & Execution
- Packaging Machinery Projects
Websites
Timeline
Senior Project Manager – Procurement & Sourcing
Nichrome India Ltd.
12.2013 - Current
12.2013 - 06.2019
Application Engineer
Everest Kanto Cylinders
01.2004 - 01.2013
Application Engineer
FJB Engineering
01.2004 - 01.2013
Design Engineer
Whirlpool GTEC & Anand Machine Tools
01.2004 - 01.2013
B.E. - Production Engineering
College of Engineering
M.S. - Industrial Engineering
University at Buffalo
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