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James Julian Thomas
Senior Manager-commodity Sourcing & Management @Tata Consumer Products
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager-commodity Sourcing & Management @Tata Consumer Products
Kolkata, IN
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and category management for tea and related commodities, directing market analysis, supplier negotiations, and contract management to ensure optimal cost, quality, and availability. Develop and implement innovative procurement strategies that drive sustainable value creation while mitigating supply chain risks across global markets. Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing initiatives with business objectives and support new product development through effective supplier relationship management- Reduced procurement costs by 18% across key tea commodities through strategic supplier consolidation and innovative contract structuring, delivering $3.2M in annual savings for FY 2023- Developed and launched blends for leading brands like Starbucks, Tata tea 1868 and gifting for Davos World Economic Forum generating revenue of $1 Mn- Optimized inventory management by decreasing holding costs by 22% while improving supply continuity metrics from 87% to 99.3%, across manufacturing facilities.
EDUCATION
ICFAI University
Diploma in Management, Business Administration and Management
St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Kolkata
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Marketing
ABOUT JAMES JULIAN THOMAS
Results-driven Supply Chain Executive with 13 years of proven expertise in end-to-end category management and strategic sourcing. Orchestrating procurement excellence at Tata Consumer Products by spearheading commodity sourcing initiatives that drive sustainable value creation and operational efficiency.Core Competencies:Strategic Sourcing & Category ManagementSupplier Relationship Management & NegotiationProcurement Transformation & Digital EnablementCost Optimization & Value EngineeringDemand Planning & Inventory OptimizationCross-functional Stakeholder EngagementValue Creation: Pioneered data-driven commodity procurement strategies, delivering significant cost savings while maintaining superior quality standards Led high-impact sourcing initiatives for tea and diverse commodity portfolios, optimizing spend visibility and supplier performance Implemented innovative forecasting models for blend pricing, enhancing budget accuracy and financial planning Streamlined new product development processes through strategic supplier partnerships and agile procurement methodologies Championed sustainable sourcing practices aligned with corporate ESG objectivesPassionate about leveraging procurement as a strategic business enabler to drive organizational growth and competitive advantage. Adept at navigating complex global supply chains and transforming procurement functions from transactional to strategic value centers.\"Transforming procurement challenges into business opportunities through strategic vision and execution excellence.\"
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