Sampada Jain
Whitby,ON
Summary
Strategic Sourcing Specialist, well-versed in sourcing activities while partnering cross-functionally with suppliers, internal customers and analysts to execute projects and improve processes. Maintains agile and aggressive supply base while procuring high quality goods at fair and competitive prices. Familiarity with supplier contracts, product conformity and problem solving methodologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Armstrong Fluid Technology
08.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic purchasing procedures and control systems to reduce direct costs and carrying costs.
- Calculated and reported actual and projected sourcing savings by spend categories.
- Supported recovery activities to prevent supply disruptions caused by business closures and accounting delays.
- Streamlined portfolio, negotiated payment terms and promoted spending transparency to support cross-disciplinary goals.
- Collaborated with strategic partners to develop and manage key performance indicators and quality assurance processes.
- Administered agreements by negotiating change orders, executing contract extensions and resolving administrative issues.
- Liaised with internal and external stakeholders to identify and leverage contract value opportunities.
- Monitored labor markets and conducted market intelligence to optimize savings and run rate.
- Managed vendor relationships effectively, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution for optimal partnership outcomes.
- Educated internal clients on the importance of compliance with procurement policies and procedures, fostering a culture of proactive risk management.
- Increased supplier performance by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and conducting comprehensive evaluations.
- Optimized inventory levels by coordinating demand planning activities with supply chain partners, reducing stockouts and excess inventory costs.
- Evaluated supplier proposals thoroughly based on quality, cost competitiveness, lead time commitments, reliability history assessment of financial stability.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop appropriate sourcing solutions accordingly.
- Conduct Supplier health checks and host QBRs to drive performance improvement and dive into what should be the course of action in the next Quarter.
Materials Specialist
Creation Technologies
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Monitored inventory storage locations to guarantee safe and efficient movement of materials for stocking and issuing.
- Performed daily floor walks and supervised receive docks to investigate and resolve material issues.
- Forecasted materials replenishment levels by performing analysis of usage, issues and criticality.
- Researched new and existing chips to assess usability for future use. Also monitor Lifecycle for the chips on the BOM to mitigate risk.
- Collaborated with shipping department staff to facilitate smooth materials returns to correct vendors.
- Implemented a vendor performance evaluation system, leading to improved supplier reliability and better quality control of incoming materials.
- Coordinated with suppliers to expedite shipments during critical shortages, minimizing production delays.
- Coordinated schedules with suppliers to maintain adequate material levels.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of raw materials, ensuring consistent availability for ongoing production needs despite fluctuations in demand or supply disruptions.
Material Coordinator
Murata Power Solutions
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
- Facilitated clear communication between departments regarding material needs and availability.
- Managed hazardous materials according to safety regulations, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to prevent stockouts or overstocking situations.
- Kitting and breaking reels to send to Contract Manufacturer for them to make the builds per the requirement
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
Materials Specialist
GE Aviation
09.2013 - 11.2017
- Forecasted materials replenishment levels by performing analysis of usage, issues and criticality.
- Ensured Inventory was kept at optimum levels and provided data as needed to support production commits.
- Collaborated with the team to develop long range material demand plans and used gathered intelligence to work with suppliers to secure production reservations.
- Worked on a wide range of Commodities which included Sheet metal, SS 304, Fabrication of manifolds, SS tubes and Electronics
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Laxmi Devi Institute of Engineering & Technology
Rajasthan, India06.2010
Skills
- Procurement processes
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Business Relationships
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Supplier Performance Metrics
- Spend Analysis
- Total cost of ownership
- Lean Six Sigma
- Global Sourcing Strategies
- Raw Material Purchasing
- Inventory Management Programs
- Contract Negotiation
Accomplishments
- Achieved cost reductions by conducting Market Intelligence and researching the Contract Manufacturing model across Ontario and New York to find the best possible match to our requirement on the given Project budget.
- Achieved Zero No Demand Inventory by implementing ECOs in a timely manner with proper resolution, or if required, work with Contract Manufacturer to mitigate the inventory through RMA or Broker Network.
- Implemented a Total Cost Model approach to define the actual cost of components on the BOM which takes into account the unit price, freight & tariffs etc to represent actual value of the component.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
Certification
- Certified Green Belt - Six Sigma, GE-Aviation - June 2015
- Certified Supplier Auditor - GE Aviation - May 2015
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Armstrong Fluid Technology
08.2021 - Current
Materials Specialist
Creation Technologies
09.2018 - 07.2021
Material Coordinator
Murata Power Solutions
10.2017 - 09.2018
Materials Specialist
GE Aviation
09.2013 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Laxmi Devi Institute of Engineering & Technology
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