Sarita Potdar

About Sarita Potdar

With over 14 years of diverse experience across Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Engineering, & Sustainability Development, I have cultivated a reputation for delivering impactful solutions that drive organizational success.Core Expertise: Regions-Americas, EMEA, APAC1) Global Supply Chain Solutions: Developing robust category strategies & leading global-level procurement initiatives.2) Negotiation & Contract Management: Strong negotiation skill. Proficient in LTSAs, PPAs, contract agreements, & AMC settlements.3) Process Excellence & Cost Optimization: Spearheading initiatives that enhance performance, streamline processes, & achieve cost savings.4) NPI Project Management: Leading supplier evaluations & development processes from ideation to launch.5) Technological Proficiency: Leveraging SAP & hands on systems for operational efficiency.6) Stakeholder Collaboration & Risk Management: Effectively managing internal & external stakeholders, mitigating risks, & ensuring seamless project execution.Key Career Highlights:Global Procurement Leadership: Executed end-to-end procurement strategies on a global scale, fostering strong vendor relationships & delivering measurable results in cost & quality.Cost Optimization Initiatives: Spearheaded multiple cost-saving projects, achieving substantial reductions in operational expenses without compromising quality or timelines.Process Improvements: Designed & implemented performance improvement frameworks that enhanced supply chain efficiency & reduced cycle times.Leadership in Sustainability: Played a key role in Green Power Projects, contributing to the organization’s sustainability goals & reducing carbon footprints.Stakeholder Engagement: Built & maintained strong relationships with internal & external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.Thought Leadership & Representation: Represented organizations at external forums, demonstrating thought leadership & expertise.Executive Communication: Delivered high-impact business presentations to senior executives, including VPs, CFOs, CEOs, & Board Members, influencing strategic decisions.My Vision & Drive:I am passionate about harnessing innovative strategies to optimize supply chain processes, drive sustainability, and create value for stakeholders. With a results-driven mindset and a collaborative approach, I thrive on solving complex challenges and turning them into opportunities for growth.

Experience

1. Senior Global Category Management Professional-direct Procurement- Semiconductors & Passives

   Eaton

   Jul 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

   Global electronic components category management for Eaton’s eMobility Business. Key role highlights:1. Direct strategic procurement: drive source to contract activities globally2. Leading global negotiations3. Driving & manage end to end cost-out activities 4. Category Management: Lead & develops category strategy5. Supplier Relationship Management: Drive all supplier-related metrics, maintain SRM6. Process improvements for business excellence7. Collaboration with diverse functions such as operations, quality, logistics, engineering, Finance etc. Stakeholders engagement: Internal & external9. Market trend analysis

Education

• SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Supply Chain Management

• P.E.S. College of Engineering, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

  BE, Electronics

Skills

• Team Leadership
• Iso Ts 16949 Certification
• Inventory Control
• Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Presentation Skills
• Negotiation
• Teamwork
• Vendor Management
• Engineering
• Sap Pm Module
• Lean Manufacturing
• Microsoft Office
• Cost Management
• Tpm
• Energy Management
• Manufacturing
• Maintenance Management
• Sap Mm
• Project Management