Amit Bal
Supply Chain & Strategic Sourcing Leader | Contract Manufacturing- External Supply | Transformation Programs | Team Build | Driving Operational Excellence | Risk Management |Ex- Haleon| Ex-Godrej | IIM-I Alumni
- Role
- Head of External Supply -cmo at GSK
- Location
- Mumbai, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Amit Bal
I am passionate about transforming supply chains into strategic growth drivers. With over a two decade of expertise in strategic sourcing ( Direct + Indirect), Contract Manufacturing - External supply, logistics, and digital transformation across Regional & Global scale. I specialize in creating resilient, strategic sourcing, future-ready operation and Team and consistently delivering measurable impact in cost savings, supplier innovation, and supply chain resilience. I excel at aligning strategies with business objectives, enabling organizations to unlock efficiencies, manage risks, and build competitive advantage.Throughout my journey, I have led high-impact initiatives that blend strategic sourcing, transformation programs, and supply chain optimization. From Negotiating multimillion Pounds contracts, Building network strategy and consolidating vendor networks to digitizing workflows and implementing enterprise ERP, I have consistently delivered measurable results reduced costs, OTIF And Quality compliance, and improved performance- Delivered 5.5% YoY Productivity pipeline through advanced negotiation levers- Improved Gross margin by 4% via supplier/CMO innovation, VE & NPI- Enhanced supply resilience with 90% dual sourcing strategy- Achieved 10%+ working capital improvements via VMI and consignment stock models- Successfully led ERP transformation, cutting manual workload by 12%- Strengthened supply resilience and compliance across global markets- Team development and future ready succession plansI bring a strategic yet pragmatic mindset, balancing innovation with execution. As a leader, I focus on empowering teams, fostering supplier and CMO collaboration, and driving continuous improvement through digital tools and data insights.
Experience
Head of External Supply -cmo
Mar 2026 — Present · IN
Education
Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISCM)
Certified Supply Chain Leader ( CSCL), Strategic Supply Chain design, Business Strategy, P&L
Govt College Washim
Diploma in Engineering, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Dr. Moonje Institute of Management & Computer Studies
Master's Degree, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
2005 — 2007
Indian Institute of Management, Indore
Executive Program in Strategy & Leadership for Senior Professional, Strategy & Leadership
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
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