ROHIT VAJE
Procurement & Supply Chain Engineer
Mumbai, IN.Summary
Highly effective Procurement Engineer with 3 years of experience in SAP S/4HANA-based supply chain operations within the industrial valve sector. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration, consistently driving significant cost optimization and operational efficiency. Seeking a senior or lead role to leverage extensive experience in procurement excellence and high-value project execution for a forward-thinking organization.
Skills
Cost Optimization & Operations
Cost Reduction, Negotiation Strategies, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Engineering, Quality, Planning, Data Analysis, Reporting, Advanced MS Excel, Audit Support, Documentation, API 6D, API 609, ISO.
Procurement & Sourcing
Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, RFQ Management, Purchase Requisition (PR) Processing, Purchase Order (PO) Processing, Industrial Valves Procurement, Castings, Forgings, Actuators, Automation Accessories, SAP S/4HANA (MM Module), Procurement, Inventory Management.
Work
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Summary
Led end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations for an industrial valve manufacturer with ₹180 Cr turnover, optimizing vendor performance and achieving significant cost savings.
Highlights
Spearheaded the end-to-end procurement cycle, initiating RFQs based on CRS/BOM reviews and converting Purchase Requisitions (PRs) to Purchase Orders (POs) within SAP S/4HANA (MM module), ensuring timely order placement.
Achieved and sustained over 90% in Delivery Rating (DR) and Quality Rating (QR) by implementing rigorous vendor performance tracking and proactive follow-up strategies.
Negotiated strategic contracts and identified alternate vendors, securing targeted annual cost savings through competitive benchmarking and optimized sourcing strategies.
Reduced procurement lead times by implementing a customized tracking system, which significantly streamlined communication and enhanced coordination across planning and production.
Collaborated cross-functionally with Design, Quality, and Planning teams to validate technical specifications, facilitate inspection clearance, and optimize production scheduling.
Managed the procurement of critical industrial valve components, including castings, forgings, trims, actuators, and fasteners, ensuring strict adherence to API & EIL industry standards.
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Summary
Managed production planning and process control for over 40+ CVD machines, optimizing machine utilization and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality artificial diamonds.
Highlights
Managed production planning and comprehensive process control for over 40+ Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) machines, optimizing machine utilization and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality artificial diamonds.
Coordinated effectively with cross-functional teams (Maintenance, Quality, R&D) to troubleshoot process deviations, implement continuous improvements, and significantly enhance overall production efficiency.
Monitored and analyzed key production metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives, successfully reducing downtime and ensuring full regulatory compliance.
Education
Rajiv Gandhi institute of technology
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Bachelor of Engineering (BE) - Mechanical Engineering
Grade: 7 CGPA
D.G.Ruparel
HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate)
Grade: 74.30%
Rameshwar Vidya Mandir
SSC (Secondary School Certificate)
Grade: 88.79%