Sourcing Specialist

" Dynamic and results-driven Electrical & Electronics Engineering-graduate with 8 years of experience in Quality, Operations, Program
Management, Sourcing, and Supply Chain within the automotive sector. Adept at driving cost-effective procurement strategies, fostering
strong vendor relationships, and ensuring timely, high-quality project execution. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management,
and cross-functional coordination to optimize business efficiency and project success. A proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail,
recognized for successfully delivering large-scale projects, including electric vehicle programs, localization initiatives and SAP implementation "
Serial No: 224807
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Skills keywords: procurement management, supply chain management, sourcing, project management, adept problem-solver
Qualifications:

SAP
High Voltage Training

Personal Information:

I am inspired by solving real problems and seeing ideas turn into practical results. I enjoy learning continuously, especially when it helps me work smarter or add value to a team. My hobbies include reading, staying physically active, and exploring new tools or processes that improve efficiency. I am driven by curiosity, accountability, and the satisfaction of doing work well. What makes me tick is progress, both personal and professional, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully. I value collaboration, clear communication, and integrity, and I am motivated by environments that encourage growth, responsibility, and continuous improvement

  • Purchase Manager
    Ashok Leyland ( Currently working )
    3 months ( Nov, 2025 - Feb, 2026 )
  • Sourcing Specialist
    Switch Mobility Limited
    2 years, 0 months ( Sep, 2023 - Sep, 2025 )
  • Strategic sourcing
    Switch Mobility Automotive Limited / Ashok Leyland
    6 years, 1 months ( Jul, 2017 - Aug, 2023 )
Employment Sought: Permanent
Current Location: United Arab Emirates
Top 5 countries interested in working in: Poland, United Kingdom
Supplementary Information:

Purchase Manager – EV
Ashok Leyland (UAE) LLC | Nov 2025– present
• Oversee Electric Vehicle parts Sourcing & Supply Chain Management
• Execute Vehicle BOM analysis and finalize Manufacturing BOM to enable parts procurement
Lead – Sourcing Specialist
Switch Mobility Limited, Leeds | 2023 – present
• In addition to the roles as Manager in Switch Mobility India, at Switch Mobility UK I was responsible for new product
establishment – Vehicle monitoring system, Electrical harnesses, Pantograph Charging etc.
• Executed HV architecture components development & deployment on E1 buses - Spain
• Achieved cost saving of £30k through commercial negotiations across various projects
• Conducted detailed Vehicle BOM cost analysis, identified & explored areas of cost optimization through alternate sourcing &
commercial negotiations with notable savings > £80k per vehicle
• Identified & spearheaded the scrutinization & onboarding of 30+ suppliers including new technology supply partners
Manager – Strategic Sourcing
Switch Mobility Automotive Limited, India | 2019- 2023
• Spearheaded the establishment of battery assembly line within a span of 5 months including importing of battery assembly &
testing equipment, assembly line implementation, proto and pilot roll out
• Responsible for procuring battery child parts from China required for assembly – Established supply chain for 5000+ batteries
required for EV buses
• Responsible for handling 70% Vehicle BOM cost ~£64k & managing 30+ vendors for part development, technical/homologation
compliance & supply chain alignment including localization of key components such as Battery, E-Compressor, EVCU with VCCU
etc. in India meeting Govt regulations and cost optimization
• Performed full spectrum of RFP activities including vendor selection, sharing RFQ, cost negotiation, price finalization, and
purchase order creation for 45+ parts
• Spearheaded various cost optimization activities including Alternate source identification, VAVE, negotiation, supply chain &
logistics management resulting in £50k savings
• Collaboration with CFT for formulating business proposal for tenders, budgeting, cash flow estimation, Inventory Management,
Quality Assurance, Aftermarket support for 200+ parts
• Responsible for addressing field issues with suppliers & ensuring vehicles are on-road for continuous operations
Deputy Manager – PMO
Ashok Leyland Limited, India| 2018- 2019
• Finalized BOM for 5 projects along with CFT enabling Sourcing of 1000+ components
• Executed functional reviews for 7 projects and ensured functional deliverables are met by all stakeholders
• Accomplished Emergency Safety manual to support 100+ Electric buses Operation in Aftermarket
Graduate Engineering Trainee
Ashok Leyland Limited, India| 2017- 2018
• Pitched in for monitoring Defect per vehicle (DPV) for 500+ vehicles daily produced across India
• Engaged with Network & Aftermarket team on Areas of Improvement in 50+ Dealerships & executed audits at 20+ Dealerships
all over India
• Formulation of distance matrix for optimized billing of vehicle transportation