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Prashant Kudagi

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Dynamic supply chain professional with 10 years of experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities in supply chain management.

I am a dynamic supply chain professional with a decade of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, spend analytics, and supplier risk management. My journey has taken me through various roles, where I have honed my skills in collaborating with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders globally. Currently, I serve as a Senior Consultant at Ernst & Young, where I implemented a Supply Chain Resilience framework that significantly enhanced the procurement strategies for a leading FMCG organization.

Throughout my career, I have been deeply involved in commercial transparency programs, leveraging AI-powered tools to provide accurate information to buyers. My experience spans handling enterprise SaaS contracts with substantial dollar values and conducting quarterly spend analyses that have influenced category strategies. I thrive in environments that challenge my adaptability and resilience, and I am passionate about driving significant savings and efficiencies in supply chain operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Consultant

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Ernst & Young LLP

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Dynamic supply chain professional with 10 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, and Supplier Risk Management. Currently implementing a Supply Chain Resilience framework and involved in various procurement strategies and AI-powered solutions.

Strategic Sourcing Supplier Management Category Management Contract Lifecycle Management Project Management Software Implementation Industrial Engineering

Senior Sourcing Analyst

News Corporation

Oct 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 3 months)

Handled IT software contracts and conducted Spend Analysis to influence category strategy. Collaborated with global stakeholders to ensure compliance with policies and effectively managed enterprise SaaS contracts.

Program Management Compliance Contract Lifecycle Management ERP Implementation Software Contracts Data Protection

Sourcing Analyst

BMC Software Inc.

Feb 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 8 months)

Collaborated with Supply Chain leadership to develop sourcing strategies and negotiate contracts. Managed end-to-end supply chain activities for various categories, ensuring effective execution and compliance.

Sourcing Contract Negotiation Supply Chain Management Cost Control Procurement ERP Systems MS Office Google Sheets

Engineer

Neilsoft Pvt. Ltd.

Dec 2015 - Feb 2021 (5 years 2 months)

Managed multiple Capex projects related to Digital Manufacturing. Responsible for sourcing, budgeting, and reporting on financial health of projects while ensuring effective logistics coordination.

Budgeting Sourcing Logistics Coordination Financial Reporting Manufacturing Processes Compliance

Graduate Engineer Trainee

Bharat Forge Ltd.

Jun 2014 - Jun 2015 (1 year)

Automated processes to improve efficiency in manufacturing. Conducted time and motion studies to optimize material handling and layout, resulting in significant throughput time savings.

Process Automation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

SGGS Institute of Engineering and Technology

Bachelor of Technology, Production Engineering

2010 - 2014

Grade: 8.18

Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Production Engineering, focusing on various aspects of production processes and systems. Achieved a CGPA of 8.18, demonstrating strong academic performance.