Salesforce
Rohit Tripathi
Category And Sourcing Manager
Berlin,BE
Summary
Strategic procurement professional with 8 years of experience in procurement strategies and supplier management. Specializes in spend analytics and purchasing optimization. Achieved a 30% increase in procurement efficiency through digital initiatives and secured €7M in annual savings via a multi-sourcing strategy that reduced risk by 25%. Seeking a Material Planner position at ABB to leverage strategic procurement and supplier management skills in supporting the mission of creating sustainable solutions for industries worldwide. Experience in managing logistic flows and enhancing supplier alignment will optimize inventory performance and supplier delivery metrics, driving business success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Category and Sourcing Manager
Grover
07.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Flexible, sustainable, and digital electronics rental service.
- Developed the category strategy for consumer electronics, managing an annual spend of €35M and collaborating with 20 key suppliers.
- Improved campaign efficiency by 10% using GfK CE market analysis to optimize investment decisions.
- Coordinated cross-functional supplier campaigns, handling approvals, budget, performance tracking, and final payment reconciliation.
- Procured and managed refurbished computers, tablets, and smartphones through strategic price negotiations and A/B-grade quality assessment.
- Reviewed the integration of suppliers and legal frameworks, including NDAs and general terms and conditions, to ensure seamless collaboration.
- Oversaw the entire product portfolio of leading technology brands such as Microsoft Surface, Lenovo, Samsung, and MSI to meet business objectives and market demands.
- Reduced supply chain disruptions by 25% by leading proactive risk mitigation and supplier contingency plans.
- Shortened supplier delivery times by 15% through strategic sourcing and enhanced forecasting techniques.
- Ensured seamless supplier integration via comprehensive NDA reviews and legal framework alignment.
- Flexible, sustainable, and digital electronics rental service.
Sourcing Manager
Grover
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Company Overview: Flexible, sustainable, and digital electronics rental service.
- Participated in monthly cross-functional meetings to track KPIs, addressed escalations, and ensured alignment between procurement, category, and incoming teams.
- Engaged in negotiations with domestic and international suppliers (e.g., TD Synnex, Also, Ingram, etc.) concerning pricing, invoicing, deliveries, and integrations.
- Implemented a multi-sourcing strategy across 4 critical Product Categories, reducing Procurement risk by 25% and securing €7M in annual savings.
- Processed over 1000 monthly orders, improved stock availability by 20%, and ensured smooth product flow through effective supplier engagement and documentation handling.
- Supported MSD – MediaMarkt Saturn Distribution and after-sales operations, supervising returns and product performance.
- Reviewed the digital SKU catalog and procurement activities within the purchasing and category teams; initiated and executed cross-functional projects from concept to rollout.
- Managed inventory parameters like safety stock, reorder points, and MOQ in planning tools and Excel for selected supplier groups.
- Flexible, sustainable, and digital electronics rental service.
Buyer/ Junior Buyer
Grover
11.2019 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Flexible, sustainable, and digital electronics rental service.
- Led procurement and supplier management for high-demand categories such as gaming and VR (e.g., PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Oculus VR).
- Negotiated pricing and delivery terms, achieving 8-10% cost savings and boosted procurement efficiency by 15% using data-driven strategies.
- Managed a portfolio of 100+ mixed domestic and international suppliers, ensuring smooth onboarding and full legal compliance.
- Monitored material flow and proactively adjusted orders to prevent stock outs and overstocking, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
- Created and maintained SKU master data within SAP and internal admin panel, aligning inventory availability with sales forecasts and replenishment needs.
- Built and sustained strategic partnerships with leading retailers such as MSH, Samsung, Conrad, and Weltbild, increasing supplier satisfaction by 30% through consistent feedback and collaboration.
- Collaborated across purchasing, incoming goods, and commerce teams to resolve challenges like booking delays and incomplete SKUs.
- Enhanced workflows by influencing SAP and Salesforce processes, contributing to improved order and inventory efficiency.
- Ensured availability for Grover Direct, B2B, and seasonal campaigns, including successful product launches.
- Flexible, sustainable, and digital electronics rental service.
Logistics Work student
Amazon
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Company Overview: Amazon Prime Logistics Center.
- Coordinated the picking, packaging, and delivery of food and fresh products at the Amazon Prime Food Center.
- Achieved a 30% reduction in delivery times by optimizing routing for perishable and fresh products.
- Oversaw the processing of over 50,000 online orders monthly, primarily in the food sector.
- Processed around 2,000 orders weekly at the Amazon Food Logistics Center under -2 to -8 C conditions.
- Amazon Prime Logistics Center.
Intern - Lean Production & Product Strategies
Volkswagen AG
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Company Overview: Automotive manufacturer and mobility service provider.
- Assisted in analyzing CO₂ emissions for Volkswagen's vehicle fleet as part of sustainability initiatives.
- Aided in tracking and implementing CO₂ reduction measures across various vehicle projects.
- Organized meetings for the interdisciplinary CO₂ project team.
- Contributed to the development of KPIs and dashboards for performance monitoring in production.
- Supported the implementation of 5S measures to minimize waste in selected production areas.
- Gained practical experience in shop floor management and interdisciplinary collaboration within the production team.
- Automotive manufacturer and mobility service provider.
Project and Process Engineer - Mechanical Maintenance Department
Banco Aluminium Limited
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Company Overview: Aluminum manufacturing company.
- Analyzed production processes, achieving a 2.5% reduction in maintenance costs.
- Optimized maintenance processes, increasing efficiency by 20% and improving production availability by 15%.
- Reduced annual maintenance costs by $100,000 through better resource utilization and new supplier contracts.
- Shortened machine downtime by 30% by implementing preventive maintenance strategies.
- Increased equipment utilization efficiency by 25% through a timely maintenance schedule.
- Managed maintenance operations for over 10 production sites, each with an average capacity of 3,000 tons per month.
- Aluminum manufacturing company.
Graduate Trainee Engineer - Production Department
Diamond Project Limited
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Company Overview: Project-oriented manufacturing company.
- Selected project objectives per the project plan and ensured material quality.
- Created monthly progress reports for various projects.
- Achieved a 15% cost reduction through process optimization.
- Maximized productivity by 20% by introducing a new maintenance strategy for machinery.
- Enhanced delivery accuracy by 25% through the implementation of new quality control measures.
- Project-oriented manufacturing company.
Intern - Research and Development Department
Siemens
05.2012 - 06.2012
- Company Overview: Global technology company.
- Developed innovative concepts for product pre-development.
- Performed analyses on various types of compressors, including designs and concepts.
- Global technology company.
Education
MBA - Lean Management
Hochschule Für Technik Und Wirtschaft Berlin
Berlin, Germany 05.2015 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Mechanical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University (GTU)
Ahmedabad 05.2009 - 06.2013
Skills
Skilled in advanced Excel modeling techniques
SAP (Procurement, Material Management & Accounting)
Lean Management
Project Management
Mentoring
Contract Lifecycle Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
KPI Tracking
Procurement Compliance
Supplier Risk Assessment
Continuous Improvement
Rapid Procurement (FMCG)
E-Commerce Platforms
ERP Systems
Cost analysis
E-Procurement Platforms
Strategic sourcing
Vendor Portals
Logistics management
Supplier relationship management
Accomplishments
- Procurement Process Optimization, Achieved 30% improvement in procurement efficiency through advanced material management techniques in supply chain operations.
- Supplier Risk Reduction, Reduced supplier-related risks by 25%, enhancing supplier alignment through strategic multi-sourcing strategies.
- Cost Savings Achievement, Secured €7M in annual savings, demonstrating superior material management and supplier alignment capabilities.
- Reduced Delivery Times, Achieved 30% reduction in delivery times by optimizing logistics routing for Amazon Prime Food.
Software
SAP - (Procurement, Material Management & Accounting)
Power BI
Advanced Excel
Tableau
Microsoft Office
G-Suite
AutoCAD
Admin Panel
Amplitude
Certification
[Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Interests
Cricket
Guitar playing
Yoga
Cycling
Hiking
Guitar playing, Cricket, Reading Book, Yoga
I enjoy expressing creativity through guitar playing and find it to be a great outlet for focus and relaxation. Cricket keeps me active and teaches me teamwork and strategy under pressure. I'm an avid reader, especially of biographies and business literature, which fuels my curiosity and desire for continuous learning. I also enjoy exploring different cultures through travel and food, which helps me stay open-minded and adaptable in both life and work.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- Member, Transportation Network for Freight Brokers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Carrier Trucking Professionals
- Member, Sourcing & Procurement Group
- Member, Lean Six Sigma
- Member, Shop Floor Management
- Member, Master of Business Administration and Engineering (HTW Berlin)
- Member, MS Excel and VBA Macros
Quote
The happy man is not he who seems thus to others, but who seems thus to himself.
Marcel Proust
Timeline
Category and Sourcing Manager
Grover
07.2024 - Current
Sourcing Manager
Grover
02.2023 - 06.2024
Buyer/ Junior Buyer
Grover
11.2019 - 01.2023
Logistics Work student
Amazon
02.2018 - 02.2019
Intern - Lean Production & Product Strategies
Volkswagen AG
01.2017 - 10.2017
MBA - Lean Management
Hochschule Für Technik Und Wirtschaft Berlin
05.2015 - 01.2019
Project and Process Engineer - Mechanical Maintenance Department
Banco Aluminium Limited
07.2014 - 08.2015
Graduate Trainee Engineer - Production Department
Diamond Project Limited
07.2013 - 06.2014
Intern - Research and Development Department
Siemens
05.2012 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Mechanical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University (GTU)
05.2009 - 06.2013