Nishant
Expertise
I am a highly motivated and results-oriented Procurement and Supply Chain professional with over 17 years of experience in various industries, including Power Plant, Fertilizer, PVC Granules, and Cement Manufacturing. Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, MRO services, and project management. I am a Certified Procurement Professional (CPP™) and Google Certified Project Management Professional, and I am currently leveraging my expertise as a Supply Chain Manager at Global Pharmatek, managing the end-to-end supply chain of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with others. As an instructor, I can offer practical and academic insights into various CIPS, CPP, CSCP, CIPM, and other supply chain-related subjects. What I can offer? In-depth knowledge of various procurement and supply chain topics Practical insights gained from real-world experience
Strategic Sourcing of Coal
Reduced coal cost by 15% through competitive bidding and negotiation. Achieved 20% savings on limestone and petcoke through strategic sourcing initiatives. Secured 10% cost reduction on urea bags through volume discounts and vendor consolidation.
Power Plant Expansion Project:
Successfully sourced materials and managed procurement for a 141 MW power plant expansion, ensuring project completion within budget and timeline. Negotiated contracts with key vendors, resulting in cost savings of 8% compared to initial estimates.
Supplier Consolidation
Built and maintained strong relationships with over 120 vendors, achieving a 98% on-time delivery rate. Negotiated favorable pricing terms, leading to an average 5% reduction in overall procurement costs.
Raw Material Procurement:
Optimized procurement of raw materials for cement and carbide plants, achieving annual cost savings of ₹3.8 Crore. Negotiated long-term contracts with key suppliers, securing stable pricing and supply.
P2P Process Mapping
Developed and implemented process maps during SAP to SAP S4 Hana upgrade, ensuring smooth transition and data integrity. ReviseD existing process documentation to reflect the "To-Be" state in SAP S4 Hana. Developed new documentation wherever necessary. Defined strategies for data migration, considering historical data, cleansing needs, and potential data model changes.
Strategic Sourcing of Coal
Reduced coal cost by 15% through competitive bidding and negotiation. Achieved 20% savings on limestone and petcoke through strategic sourcing initiatives. Secured 10% cost reduction on urea bags through volume discounts and vendor consolidation.
Power Plant Expansion Project:
Successfully sourced materials and managed procurement for a 141 MW power plant expansion, ensuring project completion within budget and timeline. Negotiated contracts with key vendors, resulting in cost savings of 8% compared to initial estimates
Raw Material Procurement:
Reduced coal cost by 15% through competitive bidding and negotiation. Achieved 20% savings on limestone and petcoke through strategic sourcing initiatives. Secured 10% cost reduction on urea bags through volume discounts and vendor consolidation.
P2P Process Mapping
Developed and implemented process maps during SAP to SAP S4 Hana upgrade, ensuring smooth transition and data integrity. Designed the "To-Be" state of processes in SAP S4 Hana, considering: New functionalities and data models. Streamlined workflows and automation opportunities. Integration with other systems and applications.
