Purchase Manager - Sankalp Recreation Pvt. Ltd. (Sankalp Group) - Mehsana, Gujarat
(2023-04)
- Manage end-to-end procurement for hotel, restaurant, and frozen food manufacturing units.
- Source raw materials, packaging materials, machinery, electronics, and engineering products across India.
- Develop and manage vendors nationwide while ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and continuity of supply.
- Conduct market visits to mandis and supplier hubs for vegetables, spices, dairy products, pulses, dry fruits, and food ingredients.
- Negotiate contracts for optimal pricing, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
- Lead annual procurement planning and long-term price agreements.
- Analyze market trends and crop availability to forecast prices and advise management.
- Coordinate logistics, transportation, shipping, and warehousing activities.
- Drive development of innovative packaging solutions (corrugated boxes, mono cartons, LDPE/HDPE/LLDPE, PP/HIPS containers, paper-based packaging).
- Support factory automation initiatives through supplier coordination and process improvement suggestions.
- Represent the organization at major industry exhibitions (Aahar, Indus Food, Khadya Khorak, World Food, SIAL, Gulfood).
Procurement Manager & Export Marketing - Aavance Eximm LLP - Ahmedabad
(2022-04 - 2023-01)
- Led sourcing and procurement of groceries, grains, pulses, ready-to-eat foods, pickles, and staples.
- Developed vendors across India and ensured supplier compliance through audits.
- Identified and onboarded international clients to expand export business.
- Participated in B2B meetings in Oman and Bahrain, establishing relationships with new importers.
- Managed end-to-end supply chain from order placement to final delivery.
- Coordinated with finance teams on budgeting, forecasting, and payment cycles.
Consulting Assignments (International Trade) - Consultant
(2021-08 - 2021-08)
- Salt Procurement & Export – Mauritius (Consultant) - Established sourcing and export channels from Gandhidham for private-label salt. - Coordinated with major salt manufacturers and ensured compliance with physical and chemical quality parameters.
- Coconut Milk Import – Thailand (Consultant) - Set up procurement and import channels for coconut milk from Thailand to India.
Commercial Manager - Grain Span Nutrients Pvt. Ltd. - Ahmedabad
(2021-01 - 2021-05)
- Managed raw material sourcing, vendor development, and supplier payments.
- Negotiated contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Built strong client relationships to support new business opportunities.
Purchase Manager - Ramdev Foods Products Pvt. Ltd. - Ahmedabad
(2016-12 - 2021-01)
- Led procurement for spices, agro-commodities, and packaging materials for FMCG products.
- Established direct farmer sourcing to reduce costs and improve quality.
- Planned annual spice procurement and cold storage strategies.
- Managed vendor negotiations, logistics coordination, and inventory optimization.
- Implemented procurement efficiency improvements and risk mitigation strategies.
- Developed and mentored high-performing procurement teams.
- Supported sustainability initiatives and compliance for export-oriented operations.
Purchase Manager - Sachchade Foods Pvt. Ltd. - Gujarat
(2016-02 - 2016-11)
- Managed procurement of commodity products and basic spices.
- Conducted seasonal procurement planning and market intelligence activities.
- Oversaw sourcing of packaging materials and specialty supplies.
Purchase Head - Urmin Products Pvt. Ltd. (Bansiram Namkeen) - Gujarat
(2015-08 - 2015-11)
- Led procurement operations for the newly launched namkeen business.
- Developed new vendors and sourced specialty products domestically and internationally.
- Ensured procurement documentation compliance for export standards.
Purchase Head - Deepkiran Foods Pvt. Ltd. (Deep Foods Inc.)
(2013-03 - 2015-07)
100% Export Oriented Unit
- Formulated and implemented procurement policies to ensure low-cost and timely sourcing.
- Conducted market analysis and seasonal sourcing strategies.
- Negotiated contracts and managed supplier performance.
- Established direct farmer and manufacturer relationships.
Senior Executive – Purchase Department - Havmor Ice Cream Ltd. - Gujarat
(2004-09 - 2013-02)
- Procured raw materials, packaging, kitchen equipment, and electrical items for ice cream and restaurant divisions.
- Negotiated high-value vendor contracts resulting in significant cost savings.
- Coordinated supply requirements across multiple outlets nationwide.
- Contributed to R&D initiatives for new menu items and product trials.
- Represented the company at Gulfood Festival, Dubai.
Group Parlor Coordinator - Mother Dairy (GCMMF – AMUL) - Gandhinagar
(2002-05 - 2004-08)
- Managed daily sales, inventory, and ordering operations.
- Trained new staff and coordinated with multiple dairy parlors.
