Chirag Shrimal

Results-driven Procurement and Materials Management professional with 12+ years of progressive experience in managing end-to-end procurement operations across manufacturing environments. Seeking a challenging role in a reputed organization to leverage expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor development, and supply chain optimization to drive operational excellence and cost efficiency.

Asst. Manager – Capex (Import & Domestic) - Hindalco Industries Ltd. (Aditya Birla Group)

(2022-03)

• Manage end-to-end CAPEX procurement for plant, machinery, infrastructure, and project-related requirements.
• Coordinate with projects, engineering, maintenance, safety, finance, and users to finalize technical and commercial requirements.
• Float RFQs, evaluate technical & commercial bids, prepare comparative statements, and support vendor finalization.
• Lead commercial negotiations ensuring optimal cost, delivery, payment terms, and risk mitigation.
• Finalize PO/WO issuance in ERP and ensure compliance with approval matrices and internal controls.
• Track order execution, delivery schedules, GRN closure, invoice processing, and payment follow-ups.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, safety standards, audit requirements, and MSME norms.
• Develop and manage strategic vendor relationships, including vendor registration and performance reviews.
• Support cost-saving initiatives, value engineering, and process improvements (digitization).
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and internal reviews.

Sr. Officer - Grasim Industries Ltd. (Unit – Aditya Birla Insulators)

(2018-02 - 2022-02)

• Handled fully computerized purchase order preparation and management on Oracle ERP.
• Screened and processed requisitions across multiple material categories (Civil, Mechanical, Packing, General).
• Maintained minimum/maximum stock levels for critical and fast-moving inventory items.
• Placed and managed Work Orders for Manpower Supply, AMC Services, Job Contracts, and Canteen Services.
• Maintained comprehensive procurement documentation and ensured statutory compliance.

Procurement Executive - Luna Chemical Industries Pvt. Ltd. (RLG Group of Industries)

(2015-04 - 2018-01)

• Prepared and managed computerized purchase orders; handled vendor communications and PO releases.
• Screened purchase requisitions and coordinated with Procurement In-charge for approvals.
• Conducted physical inspection of received materials; ensured stacking as per safety norms.
• Maintained minimum/maximum stock levels for critical items; managed all procurement records.

Procurement Assistant - Sebacic India Ltd.

(2013-04 - 2015-03)

• Assisted in preparation of fully computerized purchase orders and vendor correspondence.
• Screened purchase requisitions before forwarding for management approval.
• Performed physical inspection of incoming materials and ensured accurate documentation.
• Maintained all procurement records in compliance with company policies.

Post Graduate Diploma - Import & Export - Indian Institute of Import & Export

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce - The Maharaja Sayajirao University, Vadodara

Higher Secondary - Vidhya Kunj High School, Baroda, Gujarat