Manoj Shakya Kumar
SAP & Strategic Sourcing Lead @Bunge
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WORK HISTORY
SAP & Strategic Sourcing Lead @Bunge
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Led strategic sourcing initiatives for corrugated, flexible, and rigid plastic packaging, achieving $200K+ annual savings through supplier consolidation, competitive bidding (RFQ/RFP), and contract renegotiation. Managed SAP Materials Management (MM) module, streamlining procurement-to-pay (P2P) workflows, reducing PO processing time by 20% through automation and master data cleanup. Implemented SAP-MM dashboards for real-time spend analytics, improving procurement decision-making accuracy by 30%. Developed regional procurement strategies for sustainable packaging materials, enhancing cost efficiency while maintaining 100% quality compliance. Drove supplier diversification to mitigate supply chain risks, reducing single-source dependency by 40%. Partnered with suppliers to introduce PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) materials, achieving 15% reduction in virgin plastic consumption. Leveraged e-procurement tools (Coupa, Ariba) to enhance transparency, reducing maverick spend by 18%. Established supplier scorecards (OTIF, quality audits), improving on-time delivery from 85% to 97%.
EDUCATION
Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation - University
Bachelor of Computer Scince, Computer Science
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) Navi Mumbai
PGDSCM, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
ABOUT MANOJ SHAKYA KUMAR
As a highly accomplished procurement professional, I bring over 14+ years of global experience across FMCG, manufacturing, and coatings, excelling in full sourcing lifecycle management—from strategy formulation and tender execution to negotiations, contract finalization, and supplier compliance.I’m passionate about delivering strategic value and operational excellence, with a demonstrated history of: Driving significant cost savings (including a $200K+ contract negotiation win). Enhancing process efficiency by 60%+ through optimization of procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, iDoc, EPIC, Cat360). Ensuring supply continuity through proactive contract calendars and risk-mitigated sourcing strategies. Leading category and market intelligence initiatives to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership. Advising cross-functional stakeholders with clarity and confidence, backed by strong commercial acumen and analytical rigor.Core Strengths: Full Sourcing Cycle & Contract Lifecycle Management Procurement Digitalization & Systems Adoption Category Strategy & Market Insight Stakeholder Collaboration & Strategic Advising Risk Mitigation & Compliance Negotiation Excellence & Supplier DevelopmentCareer Highlights: Currently as Sourcing Lead (Buyer) at Walter Rau Lebensmittelwerke GmbH (Bunge Company), I lead high-impact sourcing projects and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring optimal sourcing outcomes and procurement compliance. At Bunge India, I spearheaded SAP/SRM process improvements achieving a 60% efficiency boost and centralized procurement, increasing productivity by 28%. At Axalta and TVS Electronics, I delivered on category management, supplier optimization, and strategic supply chain planning.Recognition & Continuous Learning: Awarded the BBS Star Award (2021) and Employee of the Month (2019) for procurement excellence. Proud holder of Lean Six Sigma and Digital Operations Excellence certifications and currently advancing my expertise through CIPS/MCIPS certification.
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