Strategic Procurement & Sourcing Specialist

Ujwal Hemantkumar Shinde

Contact No: - 976-***-**** / 810-***-****

Email ID: - ******.*****.**@*****.***

Address: - Thane, Maharashtra - 400605.

LinkedIn: - linkedin.com/in/ujwal-shinde

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Procurement & Purchase professional with 7+ years of progressive industry experience, including 4+ years of specialized expertise in strategic sourcing and end-to-end procurement operations within renewable energy and industrial environments. Demonstrated success in managing the complete procurement lifecycle—from RFQ generation to contract finalization and payment closure—while ensuring budget control, timely project execution, and strong supplier partnerships. Skilled in techno-commercial evaluation, vendor negotiation, cost optimization, and cross-functional stakeholder coordination. Committed to driving strategic sourcing excellence, strengthening supplier performance, and enhancing operational efficiency within the Procurement function of a progressive organization. CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Sourcing End-to-End Procurement Management Vendor Development Techno-Commercial Evaluation Contract Negotiation Cost Optimization Budget Monitoring RFQ/RFP Management Procurement Planning Vendor Performance Monitoring Supply Risk Mitigation Cross-Functional Coordination Logistics Coordination Procurement MIS & Dashboard Reporting.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1) Mash Energy India Private Limited (Mash Makes), Navi Mumbai

(Danish cleantech SME headquartered in Copenhagen, focused on transforming waste resources into sustainable high- value commodities through thermochemical technologies) Procurement & Purchase Engineer

April 2022 – March 2026

• Led end-to-end procurement operations for Project, R&D, and administrative requirements across multiple functions, managing multi-crore annual procurement spend.

• Managed the complete sourcing lifecycle: RFQ preparation, market floatation, vendor evaluation, techno-commercial comparison, negotiation, PO issuance, delivery follow-up, and payment closure, improving procurement cycle efficiency by streamlining internal coordination.

• Conducted detailed techno-commercial analysis to ensure cost efficiency and 100% technical compliance with engineering specifications and project budgets.

• Negotiated pricing, delivery timelines, and payment terms, achieving consistent cost optimization across major material categories and improving commercial value realization.

• Strengthened vendor relationships through continuous engagement, performance monitoring, and structured vendor management practices, improving on-time delivery performance to above 95%.

• Developed and onboarded new vendors through technical evaluation and market research to enhance supply competitiveness and reduce dependency on single suppliers.

• Maintained vendor performance dashboards covering delivery timelines, quality compliance, and commercial terms to support data-driven sourcing decisions.

• Monitored market trends and material rate fluctuations to support strategic purchasing decisions and mitigate price escalation risks.

• Ensured adherence to internal SOPs, procurement policies, and audit requirements, maintaining zero major audit observations.

• Collaborated closely with Engineering & Design teams to procure materials as per RFQ and approved drawings/specifications, ensuring timely availability for project execution.

• Coordinated with Finance & Accounts department for invoice verification, GRN validation, and timely payment processing, reducing payment delays and improving vendor satisfaction.

• Managed logistics coordination including order tracking, dispatch planning, and ensuring on-time material delivery, minimizing project disruption risks.

• Maintained procurement MIS reports, expense tracking sheets, and procurement dashboards for management review to support performance monitoring and budgeting control.

• Identified supply risks and proactively implemented alternate sourcing strategies to avoid project delays and ensure continuity of supply.

• Contributed to process improvements aimed at reducing procurement cycle time and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

2) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL Mumbai Refinery), Mumbai Mechanical Engineer Trainee (Maintenance)

March 2021 – March 2022

• Organized and supported maintenance shutdowns and startups of refinery operations.

• Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of compressors, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, towers, and reactor equipment.

• Created preventive maintenance schedules and coordinated execution to ensure equipment reliability.

• Managed inventory tools and spare parts planning to support uninterrupted maintenance activities.

• Performed data analysis and maintenance tracking using MAXIMO system.

• Ensured compliance with corporate safety policies and government regulations within refinery operations.

• Prepared maintenance reports and documentation to support audits and operational review.

• Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings. 3) Nitrogenium Innovations and Filteration India Private Ltd., Thane Sales and Service Engineer

February 2020 – February 2021

• Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with managers.

• Managed technical integration, systems engineering program management, customer support and program management.

• Provided technical troubleshooting and problem solving for clients with installed equipment or system issues.

• Oversaw detailed program rollout from initiation to production and sustainment.

• Analyzed market trends, competitor performance and product strengths.

• Reviewed customer inquiries to understand project scope while managing internal delivery mechanisms. 4) City Life Line Travels Private Ltd. (Thane Municipal Transport), Thane Maintenance Supervisor

February 2019 – February 2020

• Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning and balancing new equipment for work.

• Provided guidance to management regarding work bids for onsite improvements.

• Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.

• Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.

• Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.

• Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.

• Implemented scheduled maintenance, retooling production status sheets and driving tasks to achieve scheduling effectiveness.

• Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.

• Supervised employees and scheduled shifts.

• Managed efficient teams of employees.

E DUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical Engineering

University of Mumbai

Datta Meghe College of Engineering, Airoli 2018

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

University of Mumbai

K. J. Somaiya Polytechnic, Vidyavihar 2013

CERTIFICATIONS

Diploma in Product Design and Analysis

CADD Centre 2018

Software Exposure: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS Workbench SKILLS

• Strategic Sourcing

• Vendor Negotiation

• Techno-Commercial Evaluation

• Procurement Lifecycle Management `

• Cost Control

• Vendor Development

• Contract Coordination

• Budget Monitoring

• Supply Risk Mitigation

• Procurement MIS & Reporting

• Cross-Functional Coordination with Stakeholders. SOFTWARE

• Procurement Systems – Tally & SAP

• MAXIMO

• AutoCAD

• Solid Works

• ANSYS Workbench

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Microsoft Excel (Advanced, Pivot Tables, Data Analysis) ACHIEVEMENTS

• Gold Medalist in inter- college cricket (Zonal Event).

• Leading Participant and Winner in various Drawing and Design Competition

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