Rohit Sourabh

As a Supply Chain Management Leader with 28 years of experience across Telecom and Automobile domains, I have led end-to-end supply chain and delivery of national-scale network projects. In the last 3 years, I increased profitability by 40% in the Indian Army's Project Hawkeye, achieved 9% cost savings on the Navy's MPLS network rollout, and ensured on-time, compliant delivery for NHAI's OFC project. My strength lies in sourcing, procurement, contract governance and project execution.

Project Director – NHAI Project at STERLITE TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (2023-07 – Present)

• Increased project profitability and revenue by 0.5% through strategic vendor negotiations and cost management during execution phases.
• Achieved on-time delivery with 10% less manpower by redefining workforce deployment and task allocation, improving productivity and reducing operating overheads.
• Ensured 100% safety and environmental compliance by enforcing robust monitoring systems and reinforcing organizational reputation for quality execution.

Project Head – Hawkeye Project at STERLITE TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (2021-09 – 2023-07)

• Increased project profitability by 40% and revenue by 9% through alternate sourcing strategies, improving cost efficiency and customer value realization.
• Delivered 100% customer satisfaction, resulting in national recognition during Republic Day 2024, reinforcing brand credibility and government partnership confidence.
• Resolved import delays for military-grade software by engaging Indian Army and consular officials in Germany, ensuring seamless project continuity and compliance.

SCM Head – Navy Project at STERLITE TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (2018-02 – 2021-09)

• Achieved a 9% reduction in material spend through innovative negotiation techniques, directly improving profitability and cost-to-delivery ratios.
• Maintained zero inventory mismatch while managing USD 122 million inventory, ensuring financial accuracy and uninterrupted project supply.
• Ensured 99.9% OTIF performance through synchronized logistics networks, improving service reliability and operational readiness for defense installations.

SCM Head – Telecom Cables Business at STERLITE TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (2012-08 – 2018-01)

• Secured 10% CAPEX savings on USD 11 million spent through strategic negotiations and value engineering, improving cost efficiency and freeing capital for reinvestment.
• Delivered 11% savings on USD 90 Million procurement by sourcing from alternate global suppliers, optimizing margins and diversifying suppliers.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing the latest consignment tracking systems, achieving 99.5% OTIF and driving stronger client retention.

Supply Chain Operations Leader at Tata Motors, New Holland Fiat, Bharti Infratel, TVS Interconnect (1997 – 2012)

Led supply chain operations with Tata Motors, New Holland Fiat, Bharti Infratel, and TVS Interconnect, achieving 23% global cost benefits, USD 1.5 Million savings, and 99.9% OTIF performance through value engineering, vendor optimization, and lean procurement initiatives.

Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering Technology – BITS, Pilani (2001-07 – 2004-05)

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering in Mechanical Engineering – Dayalbagh Educational Institute, DEI University (1994-08 – 1997-05)