Kapil Kamble

Results-driven Packaging & Procurement Engineer with 3+ years in packaging design, procurement, and supplier management for heavy and high-volume parts. Proven expertise in end-to-end P2P cycle, vendor development, cost optimization, and transit damage prevention. Strong in SAP MM, RFQ management, and cross-functional coordination with SCM, Quality, and Manufacturing.

Procurement Engineer at Perkins India Pvt. Ltd. (UDS) (2022-09 – 2026-02)

• Collaboration with clients engineering and design teams to understand new and modified part specifications, materials, and performance criteria.
• Maintain and manage P2P cycle for assigned components, items, and equipment.
• Identify potential suppliers capable of meeting technical and commercial requirements.
• Monitored order progress, coordinated pre-dispatch inspections, and ensured on-time delivery to avoid production/shipment delays.
• Implemented FIFO Inventory management systems.
• Managed PR to PO cycle for packaging materials and capex items, including corrugated boxes, foam sheets, wooden crates, and L-supports.
• Identified and qualified alternate vendors for packaging materials to reduce dependency and improve lead time.
• Negotiated with vendors to achieve 12-15% cost reduction while maintaining quality and delivery requirements.
• Prepared and maintained sourcing documentation, including RFQs, supplier datasheets, and compliance checklists for packaging materials.
• Handled parked/blocked invoices and resolved discrepancies with suppliers and the finance team.
• Managed Safety stock and reorder point planning.
• Developed and implemented customized packaging solutions for products and parts, providing detailed specifications and technical guidance to suppliers.
• Reduced over 500 Tons of Greenhouse gases by implementing stackable packaging solution and 2 million lbs by eliminating wood and passthrough packaging, driving cost savings, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
• Defined and implemented packaging solutions for 600+ aftermarket buyback parts, improving consistency, cost efficiency, and turnaround time across the parts portfolio.
• Acted as packaging analyst supporting for Stafford Facility in reviewing, validating, and signing off packaging solutions for inbound and outbound flows.
• Led complex NPI/NSI projects involving 400+ parts, including heavy components exceeding 1000 kg.
• Reviewed and approved packaging specifications in alignment with facility alignment with facility requirements and supplier signoff processes.
• Monitored and evaluated packaging quality and effectiveness, resolving transportation-related damage through root cause and corrective action (RCCA).
• Designed and executed outbound packaging solutions with internal stakeholders and external customers, ensuring timely approvals and implementation.
• Conducted detailed packaging cost analysis across complex supply chain scenarios involving multiple suppliers and receiving facilities.
• Performed loop size analysis to optimize returnable packaging systems and inventory flow.
• Identified and executed packaging cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Communicated NPI project status and risks to SCM and Purchase Managers.
• Drove continuous improvement through supplier follow-ups and implementation of enhanced packaging solutions.
• Recognized by Vice-President of Caterpillar Inc. for Eliminating 100% Wood for Outbound Shipment.
• Successfully reduced packaging costs through optimization and supplier negotiations ($200K per year).
• Improved packaging quality and reduced transit damage incidents via RCCA-driven solutions.
• Delivered multiple NPI projects on time by effectively managing scope, resources, and deadlines.

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering – Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded