Siddhesh Berde
Project Purchaser @Wärtsilä
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WORK HISTORY
Project Purchaser @Wärtsilä
Hamburg, DE
Responsibilities:• Collaborated with project teams to procure materials and services of volume €105M for Marine Industry projects; ensured timely procurement and accurate delivery of goods and maintained on-time delivery for 90% of my projects.• Evaluated and processed purchase requisitions and bills of materials; looked after the entire purchase-to-pay process and ensured seamless procurement operations; reduced purchase order cycle time by 15%.• Negotiated terms and conditions with suppliers in alignment with Strategic Purchasers and secured favorable pricing and delivery schedules for project specific requirements.• Issued and managed over 250 purchase orders in SAP ERP; maintained continuous communication with suppliers, internal project teams, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.• Implemented project-specific purchasing conditions and ensured 100% compliance with customer order commercial terms and conditions.• Proactively tracked and monitored deliveries to prevent project delays, issued notifications and reminders to suppliers as necessary to ensure adherence to timelines.• Managed invoices related to purchase orders, addressed discrepancies and handled supplier non-conformance issues to resolve problems efficiently.• Worked closely with Strategic Purchasers, undertook Strategic Purchasing tasks as necessary to support project objectives.
EDUCATION
University of Mumbai
Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering
Suvidya Institute of Technology
Piping Engineeing
SRH Hochschule Hamm
Master's degree, Supply Chain Management
SKILLS
ABOUT SIDDHESH BERDE
I am a results-driven procurement professional with 6+ years of experience across diverse industries, specializing in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization. Currently serving as a Project Purchaser at Wärtsilä Deutschland GmbH, I manage the procurement of materials and services worth over €105M, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with project-specific requirements. My background includes significant achievements in cost reduction, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. Previously, I held the role of Procurement Manager at Siemens India, where I supervised a team of Purchase Executives, optimized sourcing strategies, and led contract negotiations. My strong technical skills are complemented by my ability to drive efficiency through the adoption of digital tools like SAP ERP and e-procurement platforms. With a Master’s in Supply Chain Management and certifications from MIT and SAP, I bring a blend of technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and leadership to every project I undertake. My goal is to continue delivering value through innovative procurement strategies, contributing to overall business growth.
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