Tejas Vikhe

Mechanical Engineer with a Master’s in Engineering Management (RMIT University, Melbourne), combining technical expertise with procurement and project delivery experience. Skilled in RFQs, vendor negotiation, supplier onboarding, and CAPEX procurement, with strong exposure to ERP tools (SAP/Ariba). Proven ability to support cross-functional teams in project delivery, cost optimization, and manufacturing process improvement. Passionate about contributing to global infrastructure and sustainable mobility projects through strategic sourcing and supplier performance management.

Professional with proven track record in project support, skilled in coordinating tasks, managing schedules, and ensuring project milestones are met. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently reliable. Expertise in project management software, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. Known for problem-solving abilities and keen eye for detail, driving projects to successful completion.

• Reduced procurement costs by 12% through vendor negotiations, alternative sourcing, and optimizing purchase orders while maintaining quality standards.
• Improved on-time delivery rate from 78% to 95% by coordinating with suppliers, monitoring lead times, and introducing a structured stock control process.
• Implemented standardized BOMs and ERP documentation that reduced errors in production scheduling and improved traceability for audits.
• Streamlined coating process cycle time by 15% by aligning supply planning with operations, ensuring high-risk components were always available.