Amit Kumar
Strategic Sourcing|Category Head-Perishable | Digital Supply Chain | PGDBM in Agri-Business Management | IIM-V | VAMNICOM |
- Role
- Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing at Swiggy
- Location
- Mumbai, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Amit Kumar
Results-oriented professional with over a decade of expertise in Merchandising, Purchase, Trader Management, Operations, and Sales Team Management. Currently serving as the senior manager -strategic sourcing at Swiggy Instamart.I have played a pivotal role in developing and implementing comprehensive category strategies for perishable foods on a PAN India scale.As a leader, I have spearheaded the procurement process for a diverse range of raw materials, encompassing Fruits & Vegetables, Poultry, Dairy, Bakery, Ready-to-eat, Eggs, Mutton, and Frozen foods. Notably, I successfully executed the supply chain for Dominos outlets in Ghana, ensuring global sourcing and implementing an efficient inventory planning schedule for the project.My role also involves managing strategic sourcing initiatives for the food category, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effectiveness. I\'ve taken charge of supply chain management at the group level, overseeing specified categories of items and directing supply chain operations for franchisee Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) like KFC and Subway.In addition, I\'ve demonstrated adeptness in handling the opening of new projects in Bangalore, Goa, Vizag, Kolkata, and Chennai, managing supply chain logistics and operational stocks. My expertise extends to designing and implementing cold supply chain processes for temperature-controlled food products, ensuring timely and efficient delivery while optimizing costs. My track record showcases a commitment to excellence in perishable category management and supply chain optimization.
Experience
Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing
Apr 2025 — Present · Bengaluru, IN
Education
Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam
Digital supply chain and logistic management
2023 — 2024
University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Agriculture Biotechnology
2008 — 2012
Smt.Bhuchni Devi High school
S. S. C
2005
VAMNICOM
Post Graduate Diploma, Management; Agri - Business Management
2012 — 2014
Govt. boys senior secondary school
H. S. C, General Studies,Physics,chemistry.Maths,English,Biology
2005 — 2007
Find verified contacts for anyone on LinkedIn
Unifers gives sales teams verified emails and direct dials, enriched profiles, and outreach that lands in the inbox.
Free plan included · No credit card required
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.