Procurement & Sourcing Specialist (Global)

Suresh Patel

Fort, Mumbai *************@*****.*** +91-981*******

Procurement & Sourcing Specialist with experience in industrial, marine automation, energy, and cooking devices. Skilled in global sourcing, R&D procurement, vendor management, and cost optimization. Proven ability to manage 5+ projects concurrently, ensure BOM-accurate, compliant deliveries, and drive process improvements supporting new product development and supply chain efficiency, end-to-end procurement operations.

SKILLS

Detail-oriented professional with strong purchasing, vendor management, and inventory control expertise. Proven ability to streamline procurement processes, negotiate contracts effectively, and ensure timely delivery of goods. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM Experienced in project coordination, cost control, and managing sales pipelines to drive revenue growth. EXPERIENCE

ON2COOK INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED AHMEDABAD, INDIA

Sourcing Specialist Oct 2025 to Present

• Lead global procurement operations for a premier manufacturer of the world’s fastest cooking devices and industrial automation equipment.

• Manage sourcing for 5+ concurrent projects, working closely with R&D teams on new product development for USA and Dubai markets.

• Ensure all materials, components, and parts strictly adhere to product designs, technical drawings, BOMs, and quality standards at every development stage.

• Act as the key liaison between R&D, vendors, quality, and internal teams to ensure technical feasibility, compliance, and timely delivery of materials.

• Lead Purchase and Stores teams to streamline sourcing, inventory management, and production support aligned with aggressive project timelines.

• Source, evaluate, and onboard new vendors domestically and internationally (primarily from China, India, USA, and Malaysia), leveraging China’s reliability and on-time delivery strengths.

• Conduct detailed technical discussions with suppliers to clarify specifications, materials, tolerances, and certifications critical for export-quality cooking devices.

• Oversee end-to-end purchase order processing, including order placement, delivery tracking, and supplier follow-up to ensure uninterrupted production flow.

• Drive cost optimization and develop alternate sourcing strategies to enhance profitability without compromising product performance or compliance.

• Monitor supplier performance, proactively resolving technical, quality, or supply challenges through effective vendor collaboration.

AELIYA MARINE TECH PVT.LTD. AHMEDABAD, INDIA

Sr. Purchase Executive Nov 2024 to Present

• Lead global procurement operations for a premier supplier of Industrial & Marine Automation Equipment, Parts, and Components.

• Strategically sourced and negotiated high-value purchases from 250+ renowned global brands—such as Siemens, Honeywell, Mitsubishi, Eaton, Emerson, Danfoss, Panasonic, Rolls- Royce, Kongsberg, and Analog Devices, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery.

• Issued and managed complex RFQs to a diversified vendor base, including OEMs, authorized distributors, international traders, and e-commerce platforms like eBay and Amazon.

• Conducted rigorous cost-benefit analysis and multi-criteria evaluation (price, delivery lead time, warranty, technical compatibility) to secure optimal procurement deals, reducing costs by up to 12% on key components.

• Oversaw end-to-end order fulfilment, including purchase confirmation, dispatch tracking, logistics coordination, and final delivery to clients, resulting in improved on-time delivery rates and enhanced customer satisfaction.

• Acted as the primary point of contact for vendors, shippers, and suppliers, addressing inquiries regarding payment status, Statements of Account (SOA), discrepancies, and resolving any issues on time.

• Built a streamlined supplier database and implemented vendor performance metrics to improve reliability and responsiveness.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, logistics, and finance teams to ensure alignment of procurement activities with business goals and inventory forecasts, driving overall operational efficiency.

• Contributed to process improvements by identifying opportunities and working with cross- functional teams to implement best practices, enhancing procurement processes, and reducing inefficiencies.

• Contributed to digital transformation by leveraging procurement automation tools to reduce manual processing time and errors, boosting operational efficiency. NSEG PVT.LTD. AHMEDABAD, INDIA

Purchase Executive in LUXCO ENERGY Dec 2022 to Oct 2024

• Identified electrical requirements and sized solar PV capacity for projects while reviewing RFQs/RFPs to ensure alignment with specifications.

• Reviewed RFQs/RFPs to identify electrical requirements and size solar PV systems per project specifications.

• Managed end-to-end procurement, generated POs, negotiated vendor contracts, and coordinated with 40+ suppliers to ensure timely, high-quality deliveries.

• Oversaw $4–5M in monthly orders, contributing to a 10% annual sales increase (totalling over

$53M), while supporting invoicing and profit margin analysis with Finance.

• Handled 50+ daily customer orders; maintained a 24-hour turnaround for order acknowledgments and delivered 80+ accurate quotes daily using Xero.

• Achieved 30% sales growth within 3 months through pricing strategies and promotions; drove a 9% increase in inverter, battery, and electrical part sales (Dec 2022–May 2023).

• Listed and optimized 120+ products across eBay, Amazon, Google, and MyDeal using WooCommerce; upheld a 99% seller rating through excellent customer service.

• Reduced out-of-stock incidents by 20% by implementing a streamlined inventory management system and applying SEO strategies to enhance product visibility. ECOLECTRIC MOBILITY TECH MUMBAI, INDIA

Sales and marketing manager (Bolt Earth and BGauss) Apr 2021 to Nov 2022

• Sold 18 BGauss e-vehicles in the first month and maintained over 15 - 25 monthly sales, thereafter, expanding market reach across South Mumbai.

• Facilitated monthly installation and sale of 10+ Bolt electric vehicle charging devices, fostering partnerships with renowned clients like Lodha Group and MIDC.

• Collaborated with Bolt Earth marketing team to promote EVs, Charging, Energy Storage, & Government Initiatives through the campaign at the EV INTERNATIONAL Auto Expo 2022. CARFIXO MUMBAI, INDIA

Service Executive May 2018 to Mar 2021

• Managed 14 workshops across Mumbai, ensuring availability of spares and timely completion of 15+ daily vehicle services.

• Conducted inspections, advised on repairs and parts replacement, and optimized service timelines.

• Handled insurance claims and built strong customer relationships through guidance on warranties, trade-ins, and cost-saving options.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) – Automobile ANAND, INDIA A. D. Patel Institute of Technology, Gujarat Technology University 2015 to 2018 CGPA – 7.14

Diploma in Automobile Engineering Gandhinagar, INDIA Polytechnic, Gujarat Technological University 2012 to 2015 CGPA – 8

LANGUAGES- English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi

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