Vipul Patel

About Vipul Patel

Supply chain and procurement leader with 20+ years in Pharma and Agrochemicals, specializing in strategic sourcing, contract manufacturing, and tolling. Skilled in supplier negotiations, category management, and cost optimization while ensuring EHS and regulatory compliance. Known for driving NPD sourcing, global collaboration, and aligning supply strategies with business growth.Skilled in developing End-to-End Supply Chain Strategies for cost-effective procurement, utilizing Inventory management techniques such as Replenishment Models and Vendor Managed Inventory.Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams including R&D, Finance, Quality Assurance, Global Audit, Regulatory, Logistics, Warehouse, and Process Engineering.Recognized as a \'Change Agent\' in driving strategic initiatives and organizational change.Demonstrated leadership in leading New Product Development and Commercial Procurement teams.Guides teams to enhance productivity and individual development.Proficient in utilizing various tools and procedures for business and data analysis.Approachable and solution-oriented with a positive attitude towards problem-solving.Key Skills: Strategic Planning & ExecutionContract ManagementNegotiationSupply Chain OptimizationSupplier Relationship ManagementDemand Planning & ForecastingTeam Leadership & DevelopmentCompliance & Risk ManagementStakeholder Engagement

Experience

1. Head Procurement and Supply Chain

   PI Industries Ltd

   Aug 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Spearheaded strategic initiatives to elevate commercial and supply chain performance, delivering measurable improvements in cost, efficiency, and service levels.Led cross-functional teams to streamline end-to-end supply chain operations, enhancing agility, compliance, and overall business responsiveness.Negotiated and governed critical supplier agreements, securing favorable terms and ensuring continuity across global procurement and sourcing functions.Demand planning and forecasting, optimizing inventory levels and significantly boosting customer service outcomes.Built and nurtured high-trust relationships with internal and external stakeholders, aligning diverse teams to enterprise-wide goals and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.Providing strategic supply chain and market intelligence to shape sourcing decisions in the agrochemical industry.Identifying and onboarding reliable suppliers, tollers, and service providers to support scalable and sustainable operations.

Education

• Vishwakarma Government Engineering College

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Chemical Engineering

  1998 — 2002

• Saurashtra University, Rajkot

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing and Finance

  2003 — 2005

• Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow

  Managment Development Program, Industry 4.0 and Digital Supply Chain Managment transformation

Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Validation
• Sourcing
• Supply Chain
• Business Analytics
• Outsourcing
• Materials Management
• Quality Assurance
• Pharmaceutics
• Quality Control
• Gmp
• Strategy
• Driven by Results
• Global Sourcing
• Manufacturing
• R&D
• Chemistry
• Microsoft Excel
• Inventory Management
• Raw Materials
• Data Analysis
• Purchasing
• Product Development
• Technology Transfer
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Sop
• Fda
• Procurement
• Mrp
• Negotiation
• People Development
• Regulatory Affairs