Sathish Francis

About Sathish Francis

With a solid foundation in the hospitality industry, my expertise in manufacturing…

Experience

1. Purchase Manager

   Westart India

   Mar 2025 — Present · Chennai, IN

   At WeStart India, a leading organization in waste management and environmental sustainability, I serve as the Purchase Manager, specializing in the procurement of machinery and equipment critical to waste collection, segregation, recycling, and disposal operations. My role ensures the seamless sourcing of high-quality, cost-effective machinery that powers our facilities and field operations across multiple regions.Core Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end procurement for a wide range of machinery including waste collection vehicles, shredders, compactors, balers, conveyors, composting units, and other mechanical systems used in material recovery and processing. • Source reliable and certified vendors both locally and internationally, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards. • Work closely with engineering, plant operations, and project execution teams to understand technical specifications and operational needs before procurement. • Negotiate pricing, delivery timelines, warranties, and service agreements with suppliers for long-term value. • Manage logistics,(where applicable), and installation coordination for large-scale machinery. • Develop procurement schedules aligned with project timelines to support new plant setups, capacity expansions, and municipal waste processing contracts. • Maintain optimal inventory of critical spare parts and consumables to reduce equipment downtime and ensure operational continuity.