Soni G. Sontakke
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in procurement, supply chain management, and production planning. Skilled in optimizing processes, improving supply chain efficiency, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. Proven track record of reducing turnaround times, ensuring timely deliveries, and supporting cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals. Committed to continuous improvement, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchase Manager Cum SCM
SHOOLIN GENERAL TRADING LLC.
Abu Dhabi
11.2023 - Current
- Oversee procurement operations to ensure high-quality, cost-efficient purchases.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers, and negotiate favorable contracts.
- Implement inventory control systems to minimize overstock, and prevent stockouts.
- Develop and execute strategies for logistics, warehousing, and distribution to meet customer needs.
- Monitor supplier performance, and enforce corrective actions to maintain quality standards.
- Prepare regular reports on procurement, inventory, and supply chain metrics for senior management.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by 19% and reduced resupply turnaround time by 25% through strategic vendor collaboration and process optimization.
Senior Purchase Officer Cum Store Manager
MCWANE GULF LLC.
Abu Dhabi
11.2017 - 02.2023
- Verified requisitions and ensured accurate alignment of purchasing requirements with organizational needs.
- Conducted comprehensive supplier research, negotiated favorable contracts, and evaluated proposals to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement.
- Coordinated imports and ensured compliance with relevant regulations to maintain smooth and efficient supply chain operations.
- Established and enforced quality control standards, ensuring product consistency and adherence to organizational specifications.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships, provided constructive feedback, and monitored performance to resolve issues promptly, and maintain service excellence.
- Reduced inventory costs by 20% through effective stock management and streamlined purchasing processes, while maintaining 99% inventory accuracy.
Purchase Officer
NSSL Limited
Nagpur
07.2013 - 08.2017
- Received and reviewed department supply requisitions, placing orders based on necessity and available funds.
- Developed and maintained an up-to-date supplier database, including product details, prices, and vendor contact information.
- Researched and identified potential vendors to meet evolving purchasing needs and ensure product availability.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to guarantee the timely delivery of purchased items and minimize supply chain disruptions.
- Monitored and forecasted demand trends to optimize inventory levels and initiated action plans to improve material delivery efficiency.
- Increased procurement efficiency by 20% through streamlined order processing and vendor negotiations, reducing costs, and improving delivery timelines.
Sales Coordinator
Steelstrong Valves Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
06.2010 - 01.2013
- Reviewed RFQs and technical details to prepare competitive quotations, negotiated deals, and addressed client complaints to ensure satisfaction, and successful sales outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of sales activities, generated reports for management review, and supported the sales team to drive business growth and enhance performance.
- Managed client relationships by promptly responding to inquiries, coordinating sales activities, and processing orders within timelines to ensure timely delivery, and alignment with customer needs.
Senior Assistant in Production Planning and Coordination Department
NSSL Ltd.
Nagpur
09.2006 - 06.2010
- Assisted in creating and monitoring production schedules, addressing bottlenecks, and ensuring deadlines were consistently met.
- Collaborated with procurement, quality control, and vendors to ensure resource availability and resolve quality or delivery issues.
- Maintained accurate production records, generated reports, and analyzed data to suggest operational improvements.
- Supported lean manufacturing initiatives and optimized production workflows to enhance efficiency.
- Achieved a 15% reduction in production delays by optimizing schedules, resolving bottlenecks, and improving resource coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Computer Science
Bangalore, India04-2009
Diploma - Computers
Computer Technology
Nagpur, India09-2006
Skills
- Good understanding of the manufacturing environment
- Ability to work in a team
- Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with SAP (Procurement and Inventory Management)
- Microsoft AX
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Global sourcing
- Procurement planning
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the information contained in this resume is in accordance with facts or truths to my knowledge. I take full responsibility for the correctness of the said information.
Languages
- Marathi
- Hindi
- English
Personal Information
- Passport Number: R1966067
- Date of Birth: 11/17/84
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
Purchase Manager Cum SCM
SHOOLIN GENERAL TRADING LLC.
11.2023 - Current
Senior Purchase Officer Cum Store Manager
MCWANE GULF LLC.
11.2017 - 02.2023
Purchase Officer
NSSL Limited
07.2013 - 08.2017
Sales Coordinator
Steelstrong Valves Pvt. Ltd.
06.2010 - 01.2013
Senior Assistant in Production Planning and Coordination Department
NSSL Ltd.
09.2006 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Computer Science
Diploma - Computers
Computer Technology
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