About Me
Dedicated to driving business success through strategic procurement and product development, I bring over 9 years of comprehensive experience spanning retail & ecommerce, real estate, interior design, textile, and home furnishings. Currently serving as a Manager at Sobha Limited, I specialize in orchestrating direct & indirect sourcing strategies, achieving notable success in both B2B and B2C realms, and spearheading robust organizational growth.
My expertise extends to leading end-to-end product lifecycle management, from concept to market, with a keen focus on design management, issue resolution, cost management, and release management. In the realm of procurement, I have led strategic initiatives that have optimized operations, reduced costs, and enhanced overall efficiency. With a strong foundation in global sourcing, supplier development, and supply chain transformation, I consistently deliver results that align with organizational objectives.
Core Competencies
Strategic Visionary
95%
Efficient Project Leader
85%
Innovative Development
90%
Dynamic Supply Chain Expert
90%
Data-Driven Decision-Maker
95%
Compliance and Quality Champion
85%
Experiences
Manager - Procurement & Supply Chain
Sobha Limited | Feb’22-Present
Leading a dynamic team in Sourcing and Product Development, I drive strategic initiatives and provide escalation support. Engaging with clients and management, I shape strategic vision and implement emerging technologies for enhanced performance. Managing multiple portfolios, I ensure compliance, optimize value chains, and drive new product development. My achievements include INR 46 Lakhs cost savings and maintaining consistency in On-Time Delivery.
Key Account Manager (Sourcing & Quality)
Indian Designs Exports (P) Ltd. | Jun’20 – Jan’22
As a key contact for Customer & Management, I designed a dashboard to optimize inventory and drive sales forecast. Leveraging technology, I streamlined procurement and monitored suppliers' performance. Collaborating with IKEA, I finalized new products following quality requirements. Leading procurement, I implemented stakeholder management strategies and a customer-centric validation strategy. Additionally, I fostered positive relationships with logistics customers and vendors, led process improvement and lean operations, and performed business forecast analysis.
Asst. Quality Assurance Manager
Zen Linen International Pvt. Ltd. | Feb’18 – May’20
Ensured smooth QA operations, maintained safety and efficiency, and controlled costs to achieve budget goals. Developed and implemented a preventative maintenance program, overseeing PP & QA activities. Prepared internal audits to meet customer standards and analyzed KPIs for improvement. Implemented process improvement tools like SIPOC, DMAIC, and Poke Yoke, focusing on quality and productivity. Led initiatives in OEE, Kaizen, 7 QC Tool, and Lean manufacturing. Brainstormed CAPA using fishbone and 5Y analysis for customer complaints and QMS effectiveness. Experienced in Risk Assessment, Aspect Impact Study, ISO standards, and product legal compliance
Sr. Quality Assurance Officer (NQA)
Asian Fabricx Pvt. Ltd. | May’14-Dec’17
Final Inspector for IKEA articles, overseeing product documentation and supplier portal. Improved test report uptime and reduced costs through preventive/predictive maintenance of Lab equipment. Enhanced failure KPI analysis and conducted training programs on 5S, TPM, and Lab equipment. Ensured smooth QA operations by calibrating and validating Lab equipment. Prepared documents for third-party audits and coordinated internal and Sub-supplier audits as per IKEA requirements. Implemented continuous process improvement projects with analytical data tracking
Trainings
DEMOTEX Turkey
Participating in DEMOTEX Turkey, the largest international fair for carpets and rugs, provided me with invaluable insights and networking opportunities in the industry.
Product Souring Trade Show
Attending the world's largest Product Sourcing Trade Show in Frankfurt, Germany, provided me with an extensive overview of products in Kitchen and Household, Gifts, Home Décor, and Furniture.
Heimtextil
Participating in Heimtextil, the largest International Trade Fair for home, technical textile, and contract textiles in Frankfurt, Germany, must have provided you with valuable insights into the textile industry.
Quality development Canton Fair
Participating in the Product R&D and Quality Development Canton Fair in Shanghai, China, in May 2017, must have been a valuable experience for you to learn about the latest trends and developments in product research and quality.
Education
Master in Personnel Management and Industrial Relation
Utkal University
Achieving a Master's degree in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from Utkal University with a score of 73% demonstrates my commitment to excellence in HR and labor relations.
B.Sc. (Chemistry)
FM University
Obtaining a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Chemistry from FM University, Odisha, laid the foundation for my understanding of chemical principles.
Contact Me
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