Sagar Gujarathi
Assistant Manager @Bridgestone India
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WORK HISTORY
Assistant Manager @Bridgestone India
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Led procurement and sustainability initiatives supporting global operations, delivering measurable cost and efficiency improvements• Developed and utilized Power BI dashboards to monitor budgets, risks, and delivery timelines in real time, enabling data-driven decision-making• Enhanced cross-functional collaboration with business units, improving stakeholder satisfaction by 25% through transparent communication and alignment• Implemented governance frameworks that reduced project scope changes by 20%, strengthening delivery discipline and accountability
EDUCATION
Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies
Supply Chain Management and Operations
Savitribai Phule Pune University
BE - Bachelor of Engineering
ABOUT SAGAR GUJARATHI
I am a procurement and project management professional with 9 years of global experience driving strategic sourcing, cost optimization, IT project delivery, and sustainability initiatives across industries. Over my career, I have successfully managed $200M in direct procurement and $10M in indirect procurement, achieving measurable savings, governance improvements, and stronger stakeholder engagement.At Bridgestone India, I’ve led cross-functional procurement and sustainability projects, implementing governance frameworks, data-driven dashboards, and supplier development strategies that improved stakeholder satisfaction by 25% and reduced project scope creep by 20%. My expertise spans Source-to-Pay (S2P), supplier negotiations, vendor lifecycle management, contract governance, and trade compliance (AEO Tier T2 & T3, FEMA, J-SOX).Key highlights include:• Achieved ₹800Mn (~$9.5M) savings through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations• Implemented Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models, improving cost governance and efficiency• Advanced proficiency in SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, Power BI, Tableau, Power Automate, Power Apps, Jira, and Contractzy• Led sustainability initiatives covering Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions, ISCC+ certification, renewable/recycled materials adoption, and ESG reporting frameworks• Certified PMP, Agile, and Scrum leader, experienced in managing global teams of 8+ membersI bring strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills, leveraging AI-driven forecasting, predictive analytics, and automation to optimize procurement and IT project delivery. Passionate about building resilient supply chains, embedding sustainability in business strategy, and driving long-term value creation, I aim to continue making an impact at the intersection of procurement, technology, and ESG. Open to global leadership roles in procurement, project management, and sustainability strategy.
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