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Saraswati Choudhary

Procurement Manager @ Continental Tyres

New Delhi saras0789@gmail.com 9811512784

Current CTC

28.5 LPA

Expected CTC

35.5 LPA

Notice Period

90 Days

Experience

16.6 Years

Profile Summary

Seasoned SCM leader with over 15 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, supplier
negotiations, and digital procurement transformation across diverse industry sectors including automotive, consumer durables, and
manufacturing. Seeking a leadership position in procurement where extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management,
and cost optimization can be utilized to drive operational eﬃciency, enhance supplier partnerships, and contribute to the overall
growth and proﬁtability of the organization.

Work Experience

2023 – Present

Procurement Manager

Continental Tyres

Strategic Sourcing Initiatives: Developing and implementing sourcing strategies for non-production materials and services to align procurement eﬀorts with business objectives and enhance value delivery.
Spend Data Analysis and Insight Generation: Analyzing procurement spend patterns to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize sourcing decisions, and provide data-driven insights to stakeholders.
Contract Negotiation and Vendor Agreement Management: Managing supplier contracts, negotiating improved terms, and ensuring favorable pricing structures while reducing organizational risk and enhancing supplier accountability.
Market Research and Opportunity Identiﬁcation: Conducting in-depth market research and benchmarking to identify new sourcing opportunities, assess supplier competitiveness, and drive continuous process improvement.
Cross-Functional Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborating with internal teams to understand procurement needs, develop customized sourcing solutions, and support operational eﬃciency and alignment.
Supplier Relationship and Risk Management: Monitoring supplier performance, addressing risk areas, and maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent service quality and reliability.

2015 – 2023

Deputy Purchase Manager

Orient Electric

End-to-End Procurement Oversight: Managed both direct and indirect procurement functions across all divisions, ensuring seamless sourcing operations aligned with business requirements and organizational objectives.
E-Procurement Process Management: Oversaw SAP Ariba implementation and utilization to streamline procurement workﬂows, improve transparency, and enhance approval eﬃciency throughout the purchase cycle.
Multi-Category Spend Management: Handled high-value procurement across diverse categories, including raw materials, packaging, IT, administration, marketing, and service contracts, while ensuring cost-eﬀectiveness and timely fulﬁllment.
Strategic Spend Control and Optimization: Led initiatives to optimize procurement strategy and spending, leveraging data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration to achieve consistent savings and supplier performance improvements.

2014 – 2015

Assistant Purchase Manager

Alcome Perfumes & Cosmetics

Proposal and Tender Documentation: Developed and issued Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Qualiﬁcations (RFQ), and Requests for Information (RFI), evaluated vendor submissions, and provided informed award recommendations based on technical and commercial criteria.
Procurement Activity Reporting: Generated comprehensive procurement reports to track sourcing activities, highlight key metrics, and support internal audit and decision-making processes.
Competitive Bidding Management: Conducted transparent and eﬃcient bidding processes to ensure competitive pricing, vendor accountability, and alignment with company procurement policies.
Regulatory and Policy Compliance: Ensured full compliance with procurement regulations, contract awards, addendums, and notiﬁcation procedures to maintain integrity and minimize operational risk.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborated with internal departments to deﬁne speciﬁcations, align procurement needs, and streamline sourcing timelines for various project requirements.

2012 – 2014

Purchase Oﬃcer

Amity University

Daily Procurement Operations: Managed the end-to-end procurement cycle for routine materials and supplies, ensuring timely availability and adherence to institutional requirements and quality standards.
Vendor Negotiation and Price Finalization: Negotiated with suppliers to secure the most favorable pricing, payment terms, and service agreements, contributing to consistent cost savings and reliable delivery schedules.
Supplier Identiﬁcation and Development: Conducted regular market research to identify potential vendors, assess supplier capabilities, and expand the supplier base to enhance procurement ﬂexibility and competitiveness.
Market Trend Monitoring and Analysis: Tracked industry trends and pricing ﬂuctuations to make informed purchasing decisions and maintain cost-eﬀectiveness in procurement strategies.

2010 – 2011

Purchase Oﬃcer

Varun Beverages Limited

Procurement Operations Management: Managed end-to-end purchasing activities to ensure timely procurement of materials in line with production requirements.
Store and Inventory Oversight: Oversaw store operations and inventory levels to maintain stock accuracy and avoid material shortages.
Vendor Coordination and Delivery Tracking: Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolved any logistical delays or discrepancies.
Cost Eﬃciency and Process Improvement: Implemented cost-saving measures by negotiating better rates and streamlining procurement processes.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintained accurate procurement records and ensured compliance with internal policies and audit standards.

Education

Faculty Of Management Studies (Du)

MBA/PGDM in Operations

2019 - 2021

Sikkim Manipal University

B.B.A/ B.M.S in Management

N/A - 2010

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