Manish Rana
@manishrana1
Experienced procurement manager with a focus on cost reduction strategies.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned procurement professional with over 16 years of experience in global sourcing, vendor development, and industrial engineering. My career has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies across various industries, including oil and gas, bulk material handling, and manufacturing.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led procurement activities that resulted in substantial cost reductions, such as achieving a 17% savings on overall budgets and a 40% reduction in specific component costs. My expertise in developing strong vendor relationships and managing logistics has ensured 100% material availability and streamlined operations. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my skills in negotiation and strategic sourcing to drive business success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Purchase Manager
Sara Sae Pvt Ltd
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Achieved significant material cost reductions of 4-6% through strategic purchasing initiatives. Developed a robust vendor base to ensure 100% material availability for production plans.
Senior Manager Procurement
MASYC Projects Pvt Ltd
Sep 2021 - Jan 2024 (2 years 4 months)
Led procurement activities for bulk material handling systems, achieving a 17% cost saving by benchmarking global buying practices. Successfully reduced bearing and plummer block costs by 40% on selective orders.
Senior Manager Purchase
Jindal Poly Films Limited
Apr 2018 - Apr 2019 (1 year)
Managed procurement for overall plant machinery, including spare parts and services for production lines. Developed new suppliers for critical components, leading to a 21% cost reduction through localization.
Manager Purchase
Prime Hi-Tech Engineering Ltd
Nov 2014 - Apr 2018 (3 years 5 months)
Oversaw procurement for various drilling rig equipment components and raw material sourcing. Achieved a 13% reduction in steel costs through global sourcing and an 18% saving in an EPC project.
Sr. Engineer Development & Sourcing
Metso Minerals India Pvt Ltd
Jun 2011 - Apr 2014 (2 years 10 months)
Managed the sourcing of components for BMH Equipment, Crusher & Screen Plants, and led localization efforts for suppliers. Successfully achieved new product development for Metso Lokotrack Crusher & Screen with a 38% cost reduction.
Industrial Engineer
Rashi Clothing Pvt Ltd
Apr 2005 - Nov 2009 (4 years 7 months)
Identified and defined operational breakdowns, performed line setting, and conducted time studies to optimize production. Achieved a 46% time saving in productive processes through time and motion studies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Central Institute of Tool Design
Master Certificate, CAD/CAM
2002 - 2003
Obtained a Master Certificate in CAD/CAM. This program focused on computer-aided design and manufacturing techniques.
Moradabad Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
1998 - 2002
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering. The curriculum covered fundamental principles of mechanical systems and design.
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