Manas Kulkarni

Procurement Manager @Fc Tecnrgy

Gurugram, IN

Overseeing procurement and logistics for high-value projects across Smart City infrastructure, Solar Energy, and Defense sectors. Ensure strategic alignment with project goals, compliance standards, and organizational cost-saving initiatives. Lead cross-functional coordination between engineering, finance, legal, and field execution teams.Core Responsibilities:Develop and execute sourcing strategies for capital-intensive Smart City, Solar, and Defense projectsManage vendor development, global sourcing, and long-term supplier agreementsLead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with technical, commercial, and regulatory frameworksStreamline logistics, inventory planning, and dispatch coordination across multiple sitesUtilize tools like ERP, Tally, and Excel for procurement planning, tracking, and reportingCollaborate with internal stakeholders for seamless integration of procurement, finance, and project management workflowsKey Achievements:Delivered end-to-end procurement for multimillion-dollar Smart City and Solar installations, meeting stringent timelines and budgetsImplemented supplier performance programs and supply risk mitigation strategies, improving delivery reliability by 25%Drove cost optimization initiatives, resulting in measurable savings in transportation and material sourcingSuccessfully integrated procurement operations across legal, finance, and technical teams, enhancing process transparency and control

Barkatullah University, Bhopal

B.Com

Mumbai Business School Pvt. Ltd.

Master of Business Administration - MBA