Arun Waskar
Proactive leader expert in Direct/ Indirect Procurement, SCM Operations, Strategic Planning, Global Purchase, Budget Estimation, Logistics, Vendor Management, Inventory Management, Demand/Supply planning.
- Role
- Head Capital Purchase at Pidilite Industries Limited
- Location
- Mumbai, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Arun Waskar
I am a strategic Supply Chain & Procurement leader with 23+ years of experience…
Experience
Head Capital Purchase
Sep 2020 — Present · Mumbai, IN
KEY HIGHLIGHTSIn my role as Head of Capital Purchase at Pidilite Industries, I led the Capital Procurement Department and streamlined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with a team of five people. My focus on alternate source development, people development, and import purchases, cost estimation & Direct/Indirect material procurement support, drove substantial improvements across the department.I achieved the fastest procurement SLA timelines, ensuring the delivery of quality materials and services on time. This enabled projects to be executed on schedule, with commercial production commencing ahead of time. I effectively addressed all audit queries, ensuring clearances from finance were received without delay.By developing packaging line, Mould vendors, I facilitated smooth, defect-free operations while achieving cost savings. My expertise in vendor development extends to PPRCT piping, flush bottom valves, infrared dryers, and plough shear mixers for critical applications.I streamlined the PR-to-payment process by establishing clear Service Level Agreements (SLAs). My focus on digitization included implementing e-procurement, Ariba auction, and dashboard tools to enhance efficiency.My use of market intelligence and price tracking, supported by cost masters, validated costing estimation processes. I also developed and implemented standardized import purchase processes and terms and conditions to ease operations.My commitment to people development and continuous learning fosters a collaborative and productive work environment. I\'m dedicated to driving innovation and operational excellence within the Capital Procurement Department. Specialties: Supply Chain Management -Strategic planning, Purchase & Vendor Management/ Sourcing-Domestic/Global Logistics, Inventory Management System, Demand Forecasting & Planning, Risk / Quality Management/ Order Processing & Negotiations, Team Building & Leadership, Continuous Process Improvement, Reporting.
Education
United Business Institutes
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Micromaster
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