Utkarsh Thube

Procurement & Project Management professional with 2+ years of experience in CAPEX and project procurement across EPC environments, managing end-to-end sourcing from strategy development to execution and delivery. Skilled in RFx management, contract negotiation, vendor development, and logistics coordination including imports. Proven track record of driving ₹10 Cr+ savings, improving procurement cycle time by ~15%, and ensuring on-time project execution through strong stakeholder alignment.

Experienced in SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, and cross-functional collaboration

Assistant Manager, Procurement & Project Management at JSW Steel Ltd. (2023-09 – Present)

Leading end-to-end procurement execution for CAPEX packages in a 5 MTPA expansion project. Managing RFx events, vendor negotiations, PO execution, delivery tracking, import coordination, and compliance management.

• Owned end-to-end procurement execution for 100+ CAPEX packages for 5 MTPA expansion; ensured cost, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Ran RFx events in SAP Ariba; evaluated bids and negotiated price, delivery, LDs, warranty, and payment milestones to maximize value and reduce risk.
• Supported PR-to-PO execution by coordinating approvals and maintaining accurate commercial terms and supporting documentation for downstream processing.
• Tracked vendor deliveries and open POs; drove timely follow-ups with suppliers/internal stakeholders to prevent delays and improve cycle time (~15%).
• Managed open PO actions including amendments/closures support to maintain clean records and compliance discipline.
• Coordinated invoice processing support with Finance: ensured PO/GRN/invoice alignment, resolved vendor queries, and supported timely booking/payment.
• Coordinated transportation/dispatch updates with logistics/customs partners; tracked shipment milestones and ensured documentation completeness for smooth material movement, improved on-time delivery.
• Supported Zero Harm EHS compliance by ensuring vendor/site safety documentation adherence during material movement.
• Onboarded and managed 50+ vendors; ensured compliance alignment and clear communication across order execution and documentation requirements.
• Executed import procurement coordination: LC opening and trade documents (EPCG/Advance License, BOE, BL, COO, Incoterms) with customs/logistics partners.
• Maintained audit-ready procurement files (RFx, approvals, commercials, shipment documents) and prepared MIS reports for procurement status and vendor performance.

Procurement Intern at Sunplast Industries (2023-01 – 2023-08)

Supported procurement operations for mechanical spares and consumables with focus on vendor coordination and documentation.

• Supported procurement of mechanical spares/consumables; coordinated vendor follow-ups, documentation support, and delivery tracking.

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering – Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology (2019 – 2023)