Manoj Kumar
SAP & Sourcing Lead
Osnabrück
Summary
Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Leader with 13+ years of global experience driving end-to-end sourcing, contract lifecycle management, and supplier optimization. Proven success in delivering multimillion-dollar cost savings, mitigating supply chain risks, and enhancing procurement processes across FMCG, manufacturing, and coatings industries.
Recognized for stakeholder engagement, digital procurement system expertise (SAP S4 HANA, Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, Cat360, EPIC), and implementing category strategies that deliver the lowest total cost of ownership. Currently pursuing CIPS/MCIPS to strengthen global procurement expertise.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Strategic Sourcing Lead (Buyer)
Walter Rau Lebensmittelwerke GmbH – A Bunge Company
09.2022 - Current
- Led supplier negotiations, achieving 20% cost reduction.
- Delivered $500K in annual cost savings by optimizing procurement strategies and renegotiating contracts.
- Manage full sourcing cycle including strategy development, supplier evaluation, tendering, negotiation, and contract finalization.
- Developed detailed reports on procurement activities for senior management review, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning.
- Managed a team of buyers, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance and professional growth.
- Champion adoption of procurement systems to improve compliance, reporting, and efficiency.
- Identify and deliver cost improvement opportunities while mitigating supply chain risks.
Associate Team Lead – Procurement
Bunge India Pvt. Ltd.
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Designed and maintained procurement SOPs aligned with global policies.
- Drove efficiency improvements in SAP & SRM, reducing contractual requirements by 60%.
- Negotiated contracts and centralized processes, boosting productivity by 28%.
- Conducted compliance analytics and ensured readiness for audits.
- Supported cross-functional teams in achieving project milestones, ensuring timely delivery of products and services.
Global Procurement and Compliance Specialist
Axalta Coating Systems India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2016 - 01.2020
- · Enhanced operational efficiency by 30% through the implementation of lean processes and automation.
- Negotiated contracts and ensured compliance with governance and risk frameworks.
- Delivered significant cost savings through robust sourcing initiatives.
- Evaluated existing policies regularly, identifying areas for improvement and recommending revisions as needed.
Warehouse In-Charge
TVS Electronics Ltd.
08.2011 - 10.2016
- Oversaw procurement planning, warehouse operations, and supply chain optimization.
- · Increased supply chain efficiency by 35% through improved procurement planning.
- Built supplier relationships, reducing costs while ensuring uninterrupted supply.
Education
PG Diploma - Supply Chain Management
NMIMS
Navi Mumbai02-2018
Bachelor of Science - Computer Applications
VMU
New Delhi06.2013
Skills
Supplier engagement strategies
Supply chain optimization
Strategic sourcing
Procurement Strategy
Contract Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Supplier Development
Category Strategy
Risk Mitigation
Cost Optimization
Compliance
Digital Procurement Systems
Risk Mitigation
Cost Optimization
Compliance
Digital Procurement Systems
Websites
Certification
Negotiation Professional Certificate – American Negotiation Institute (2025)
Accomplishments
- Delivered $1M+ savings through advanced sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Drove process efficiency improvements (60%+) via SAP & SRM optimization.
- Awarded BBS Star Award (2021) and Employee of the Month (2019) for procurement excellence.
Awards
BBS Star Award (May '21 & July '21) – For successful project completion including VIM Implementation, Employee of the Month (Jan '19) – For $200K cost savings through strategic procurement
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Lead (Buyer)
Walter Rau Lebensmittelwerke GmbH – A Bunge Company
09.2022 - Current
Associate Team Lead – Procurement
Bunge India Pvt. Ltd.
03.2020 - 08.2022
Global Procurement and Compliance Specialist
Axalta Coating Systems India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2016 - 01.2020
Warehouse In-Charge
TVS Electronics Ltd.
08.2011 - 10.2016
PG Diploma - Supply Chain Management
NMIMS
Bachelor of Science - Computer Applications
VMU
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