Anup Kawthekar

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ABOUT ANUP KAWTHEKAR

Strategic Procurement Leader | EPC & Supply Chain Management | Cost Optimization & Vendor Development.A results-driven procurement professional with 16+ years of experience in the engineering and EPC industry, specializing in strategic sourcing, vendor negotiations, and supply chain optimization. I lead and mentor a high-performing team of buyers, ensuring the procurement of mechanical and electrical bought-out items while aligning sourcing strategies with business objectives. Key Expertise & Leadership Strengths: Project Procurement & Sourcing – Extensive experience in direct procurement of critical bought-out items such as valves, pumps, motors, industrial fans, ESPs, bag filters, soot blowers, silencers, cooling towers, EOT cranes, cables, and instrumentation from domestic and global suppliers. Material & Supply Chain Management– Skilled in procurement planning, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, cost reduction, inventory management, and supplier relationship management to enhance operational efficiency. Leadership & Knowledge Sharing – Passionate about team building, mentoring, and technical training, ensuring continuous knowledge enhancement to drive excellence in procurement. Global Procurement & Compliance– Well-versed in import procedures, Incoterms, international taxation, and regulatory compliance to facilitate smooth global transactions. Strategic Cost Optimization – Focused on driving cost savings, process improvement, and risk mitigation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to create a value-driven supply chain. Always striving to transform procurement into a strategic value-creation function that drives efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and business growth.Reach me at a••••••••@yahoo.com or connect with me here on LinkedIn. Currently pursuing an Executive MBA at IIM Kozhikode, sharpening my strategic lens and preparing for leadership roles with broader business responsibility.