Sonali Dalavi

Results-driven Purchase Engineer with 3 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, and supply chain coordination within manufacturing environments. Proven expertise in SAP/ERP-based purchase operations including PR/PO lifecycle management, vendor negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration. Adept at cost optimization, material planning, and ensuring on-time delivery to support production targets.

Seeking to leverage technical engineering background and procurement expertise in a dynamic purchasing role.

Process Engineer – Purchase & Procurement - Minda Corporation Limited (Wiring & Harness Division)

(2023-01 - 2025-01)

• Managed end-to-end procurement activities using SAP MM, including creation of Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase Orders (PO), and GRN processing for raw materials and components.
• Conducted RFQ processes, prepared comparative statements, and negotiated pricing with suppliers, achieving measurable cost reductions on recurring material categories.
• Coordinated with 20+ vendors for quotation follow-up, delivery scheduling, and resolution of supply-related issues to maintain uninterrupted production.
• Generated procurement MIS reports using Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) to support inventory tracking and management decisions.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, and Stores to ensure timely availability of materials aligned with production schedules.
• Maintained vendor master data, purchase documentation, and compliance records in SAP/ERP in accordance with company audit standards.

Junior Engineer – R&D - Smart I System Electronic Pvt. Ltd.

(2025-01)

• Sourced and procured electronic components and materials for internal R&D department requirements, coordinating with vendors on availability, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Raised material indent requests and maintained records of components procured for R&D use, ensuring readiness for each project phase.
• Tracked project timelines across Development, Testing, and Hardware teams to ensure required materials were available at each stage.
• Monitored product development and release schedules, following up proactively to avoid delays in project completion.
• Supported pre-sales activities by preparing product quotations and proposals for prospective clients, coordinating with internal teams to ensure accurate pricing and technical specifications.
• Prepared project status reports and maintained documentation to support team reviews and management updates.

B.E.

• Electronics Engineering - Shivajirao S.

Jondhle

College of Engineering & Technology, Asangaon (Mumbai University) (2023-01)

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - New English School & Jr. College, Murbad (Maharashtra State Board) (2018-01)

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Nhave Sasane Vibhag High School (Maharashtra State Board) (2016-01)