ASHWATI BAGADE
Gregory Hills,NSW
Summary
Detail-oriented Master of Supply Chain graduate with over 3 years of hands-on experience as a Purchasing Officer, combining practical procurement expertise with advanced theoretical knowledge. Seeking to capitalize on the academic insights and proven procurement skills in a dynamic and growth-oriented organization to optimize supply chain operations, streamline procedures, and create cost savings. Committed to delivering value through effective supplier management, process optimization, and strategic sourcing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Officer
NELSON GLOBAL PRODUCTS
07.2022 - Current
- Successfully acquired vendor pricing discounts, resulting in a $120,000 YTD savings for the business
- Streamlined the material replenishment plan (MRP) process reducing the order processing time
- Independently manage end-to-end procurement operations, negotiations, cost reductions, vendor relationships, and strategic sourcing, delivering overall departmental leadership and results
- Managed overseas supplier's orders and pricing to reduce inventory cost by $158,000 YTD
- Coordinated and negotiated with freight forwarders to plan import shipments resulting in savings in freight charges
- Implemented JIT inventory to manage inventory levels to ensure the materials were available as needed while keeping minimum excess stock.
- Enhanced supplier relationships by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
Material Buyer
INDIAN ENGINEERING COMPANY
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Analyzed supplier contracts with 8+ suppliers, resulting in 13% savings in total cost of souring materials
- Streamlined procurement process by assisting in implementing e-procurement system, reducing the time and cost of the procurement cycle
- Developed and executed a strategic purchasing plan for raw materials such as optic fibre cables, cameras etc. leading to reduction in spending by 24%.
Education
Master of Business - Supply Chain Management
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC12.2023
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science Engineering -
SRM University
Chennai, India01.2018
Skills
- ERP- Pronto
- Microsoft Excel
- Supply Chain Analytics
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Purchase Order (RFP/RFQ/RFI)
- Procurement
- Project Management
- Microsoft office
- Power Bi
- Import Sourcing & INCO terms
- WMS
- Inventory Management
- Data Analysis
- Sustainable practices
- Demand projection & Forecasting
- Strategic Sourcing
- Revenue Generation
Timeline
Purchasing Officer
NELSON GLOBAL PRODUCTS
07.2022 - Current
Material Buyer
INDIAN ENGINEERING COMPANY
01.2019 - 06.2020
Master of Business - Supply Chain Management
Monash University
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science Engineering -
SRM University
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