Swapnil Kulkarni

Procurement Manager @Kirloskar Brothers Limited

Pune, IN

Key Responsibilities: • Led procurement activities for mechanical items across diverse EPC projects, including Power, Oil & Gas, Marine & Defense, Irrigation, and Water sectors, as well as sourcing CAPEX items for internal plant requirements.• Handled end-to-end procurement of mechanical components such as fabrication items, fabricated /ERW/seamless pipes, fittings, and a wide range of flanges (small and large diameters).• Procured high-value bought-out systems and equipment, including single/double girder EOT cranes, valves, gearboxes, strainers, lift elevators, ventilation systems, and cooling water systems.• Managed procurement of raw materials like structural plates and TMT bars, along with essential components such as fasteners, gaskets, rubber products, and instrumentation materials.• Identified, developed, and procured specialized items/systems for niche projects in thermal power, hydel, marine, and defense sectors.• Oversaw service contract finalization for project sites and plant operations, including erection & commissioning contractors, O&M contractors, and site fabrication vendors.• Collaborated extensively with cross-functional teams, including Engineering/R&D, Quality, Project Execution, and Plant Planning, to align procurement activities with project requirements.• Utilized SAP MM module for material management, procurement processes, and vendor communications.• Involved in daily operations including source identification and development, vendor registration, technical and commercial negotiations, comparative analysis, supplier finalization, order execution, and payment processing.

SVERI, College Of Engg., Pandharpur

BE

Kawathekar High School, Pandharpur

SSC