Sourcing Specialist | Project Management
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Results-driven sourcing and procurement specialist with experience in managing the end-to-end purchasing lifecycle, supplier evaluation, cost optimization, and stakeholder management across retail, food, and consulting sectors. Demonstrated ability to manage high-impact sourcing programs negotiate pricing, analyze supplier performance, and ensure on-time delivery of goods and services. Adept at cross-functional coordination, procurement reporting, and continuous process improvement, with certifications in Lean Six Sigma and Project Management.
I'm a driven and results-oriented professional with a solid background in sourcing, operations, and project management across industries like retail, food services, and healthcare. Currently, I work as a Sourcing Specialist at J.C.
India, where I manage over 580 programs and a spend of $13.2M. I’ve achieved a 27% cost saving through initiatives like consolidated sourcing programs and streamlined reporting processes. My role spans the entire sourcing cycle—from understanding stakeholder needs to evaluating vendors and issuing purchase orders. My contributions here have been recognized with two Competency Awards in 2023 and 2024.
Before this, I was with Tummy Tucker Lite Foods as a Senior Associate in Operations and Sourcing. I led end-to-end operations, including vendor sourcing, inventory control, and customer delivery. I played a key role in launching new units, optimizing processes, and improving procurement strategies, all of which helped reduce costs and drive growth.
Earlier in my career, I worked at the International Society of Quality and Safety in Healthcare as a Junior Project Manager. There, I focused on lab audits, developed SOPs, and introduced a KPI-driven approach to decision-making. I also led a “Train the Trainer” initiative to equip team leads with Six Sigma and project management skills.
My journey started with an internship at Toyota Kirloskar, where I designed and implemented a hands-on solution for a real-time problem on the shop floor.
I hold an MBA and a Bachelor's in Engineering, along with certifications in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt), Generative AI for Project Managers, and I'm currently pursuing Google’s Project Management certificate. I’m passionate about data, optimization, and creating impact through efficient processes and stakeholder collaboration.
I hold an MBA and a Bachelor's in Engineering, along with certifications in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt), Generative AI for Project Managers, and I'm currently pursuing Google’s Project Management certificate. I’m passionate about data, optimization, and creating impact through efficient processes and stakeholder collaboration.
