Sameer Chavan PMP®

Experience

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  TDK

  Sept 2009 - May 2012

  Executive Purchase

  - Purchase Order Management: Managed the release of purchase orders and delivery schedules, andconducted materials follow-up to align with the production plan.- Inventory Analysis and Adjustment: Analyzed inventory variances and implemented corrective actions,including readjusting safety stock levels to optimize inventory management.- Techno-Commercial Negotiation: Conducted techno-commercial negotiations with vendors to securefavorable prices, delivery terms, and payment terms.- Price Agreement Preparation: Prepared price agreements for electrical items, including LT/HTswitchgear and APFC panel costing.- New Source Development: Identified and developed new or alternate sources in collaboration withengineering and quality teams to achieve cost savings. Show less

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  Atlas Copco

  May 2012 - Nov 2017

  - Import Raw Material Planning and Procurement: Oversaw the planning and procurement of rawmaterials, ensuring accurate forecasting via MRP and timely execution of purchase orders. Maintainedglobal supplier relationships to ensure on-time deliveries from regions including Sweden, Italy, Finland,Belgium, and Japan- Inventory Management: Developed tools and techniques to proactively manage material shortages,including safety stocks, KANBAN, and digitalization. Conducted quarterly inventory aging analysis toidentify non-moving, slow-moving, and obsolete parts, implemented action plans, and followed up withbuyers to track progress- Internal Control follow-up : Established control methodology on Sourcing related parameters like PPV,resolving invoice discrepancy & timely payments to supplier, claim handling etc. Show less - Technology Transfer Projects : Played a pivotal role in the seamless transfer of machines from Swedento India; drafted technical reports during the critical phase of part localization- Localization and NPD : Managed the localization and new product development (NPD) throughcollaboration with R&D for the Powertrain & Electrics category, achieving average PK reduction of 25%while maintaining KPI targets for Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD). Parts including Electric Motors,Frequency Inverters, Control Panels, Harnesses, Cables, Headlights, Junction Boxes, Engines, Axles,Transmissions, Gear Boxes, Radiators, Compressors, Tires, and Rims Show less

  • Assistant Sourcing Manager

    Dec 2016 - Nov 2017

  • Team Leader - Sourcing

    Aug 2014 - Nov 2016

  • Sourcing Engineer

    May 2012 - Aug 2014
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  Epiroc

  Dec 2017 - now

  - Sourcing Council Representation: Actively represented the Sourcing department on the Epiroc Group Sourcing Council, serving as a key ambassador and liaison between the council and 25+ production sites globally- Global Collaboration and Support: Facilitated collaboration by developing a virtual network and provided support to production sites in Europe, USA, Asia, Africa & Australia; enhancing their sourcing activities and ensuring alignment with group strategies- Training and Awareness: Conducted training sessions and created awareness programs to educate global teams on sourcing strategies, policies, and best practices- Process Improvement: Proposed and implemented new processes and optimized existing ones to align with Epiroc Group Sourcing strategy, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness across the sourcing function- Implementation Planning: Developed and executed detailed plans for the introduction of new applications, business processes and reports, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to operations- KPI Development and Monitoring: Created, implemented, and monitored common Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track progress and drive continuous improvement in sourcing performance Show less - Leadership, KPI Reporting & Sustainability : Worked in a Matrix organization; hired, inspired & leda team of 9 responsible for planning, procurement, and strategic sourcing, achieving over 250% businessgrowth in 3 years. Prepared monthly MIS reports covering Inventory, Savings, Delivery Precision, QualityPPM, and Payment Terms. Worked towards achieving the group's target of a 50% CO2 reduction by theend of 2030- Business Review Representation : Represented sourcing in bi-annual Business Review forums with theDivisional Management team, including the President, Vice President, General Manager, BusinessController, and Functional Heads- Strategic Supplier Development : Established supplier selection by initiating Non-DisclosureAgreements and Code of Conduct, managing RFQs, conducting supplier audits in line with ISO 9001,14001, & 45001 standards; negotiating/re-negotiating prices based on market trends and material indices & preparing Frame agreement/contracts; overseeing the initial sample (PPAP) process, managed supplier relationship by being the key point of contact, driving Supplier performance reviews, intervene in case of major supplier issues & claims; monitor & maintain Preferred supplier list- People Management : Acquired talents, inspired them to achieve Organizational goal throughconnection, motivation, training, competence development & feedback- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborated closely with Marketing, Assembly & Supply chain to aligndelivery priorities, manage demand fluctuations, import consignment tracking and address supply chaindisruptions effectively & proactively Show less

  • Global Sourcing Process Manager

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Deputy Manager - Strategic Sourcing Divisional Co-ordinator Underground Division

    Aug 2019 - Jan 2023

  • Assistant Sourcing Manager

    Dec 2017 - Jul 2019