Rajendra Dhande
Results-oriented Procurement Manager | Category Management | Strategic Supply Chain Management | Vendor Development | Localization Expert | Driving Cost Reduction & Sustainability
- Role
- Supplier Manager- Category Management at Tetra Pak
- Location
- Pune, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rajendra Dhande
Achievement-driven professional with over 15 years of experience in Strategic Supply Chain Management, Category Management, Vendor Development, and Localization. Proven track record in driving procurement initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and achieving significant cost reductions. Skilled in navigating local regulations and global best practices, with a strong focus on sustainability and risk management. Committed to delivering exceptional performance and aligning procurement strategies with organizational goals.
Experience
Supplier Manager- Category Management
Jul 2017 — Present · IN
Category Strategy Management: Led the strategy for machining components and automation & electrical instruments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market trends while sourcing from emerging countries. • Cost Reduction: Achieved year-over-year cost reduction targets through strategic sourcing and negotiation, securing critical components during crises without affecting customer orders.• Supplier Performance: Implemented supplier performance measurement tools using Excel and Power BI, performing monthly evaluations to drive continuous improvement.• Cross-Category Projects: Managed projects across multiple categories, enhancing the quality, delivery, and cost performance of the supplier base.• Procurement Strategy: Developed and executed regional procurement strategies that align stakeholder interests and involve close collaboration with business streams on strategic roadmaps.• Risk Management: Proactively managed opportunities, risks, and market volatility, refining goals and strategies, including financial targets and risk mitigation measures.• Responsible Sourcing: Ensured best practices in sourcing while considering food, people, and the planet.
Education
Government college of engineering, Jalgaon
BE Mechanical, English
2007 — 2010
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Operations Management
Skills
- Fmea
- Supply Chain Management
- Automotive
- Logistics
- Materials
- Ppap
- Dfmea
- Materials Management
- Negotiation
- Apqp
- Spc
- Manufacturing Operations
- Global Sourcing
- Supplier Quality
- Purchasing
- Process Improvement
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