AMIT KUMAR
Procurement And Supplier Development Manager
Tung Chung
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Supplier Development Manager- ASIA
Manuchar Hong Kong Ltd
Central, HCW
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Develop and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring product quality, delivery reliability, competitive pricing and terms
- Manage supplier performance metrics to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, cost and environmental standards
- Conduct regular supplier audits and evaluations to identify and mitigate areas of risk
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Increased sales by 10% and profits by 15%.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Developed strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Asst. General Manager - Product Development and Sourcing
EPIC Group Hong Kong
01.2012 - 10.2021
- Served as lead for sourcing and negotiating contract Pricing and Terms
- Analyze global, regional and local market information to understand upstream cost drivers and effect of market pricing, including supply and demands dynamics
- Generate and maintain various flash reports and monthly market overview reports
- Conduct supplier survey and scorecard measurement process with key supplier, driving continuous improvements and project saving opportunities
- Strategizing with team to optimize any opportunity of virtual vertical integration, to achieve shorter lead time, sustainability, and potential cost savings
- Developing/Innovating products with use of sustainable raw materials, ensuring that products meet set requirements and specifications (e.g Color fastness, durability etc ).
- Enhanced communication among team members through regular meetings, promoting open dialogue about challenges and opportunities for improvement
- Mentored staff members, fostering supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention
- Enhanced communication among team members through regular meetings, promoting an open dialogue about challenges and opportunities for improvement
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions
- Mentored staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance
- Developed and implemented new operational procedures, streamlining daily tasks and improving overall efficiency
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new employees to build a skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery
- Collaborated with other department managers on cross-functional projects, fostering a cooperative atmosphere that drove overall organizational success
- Collaborated with the General Manager on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth
- Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences
Senior Merchandiser (Product Development and Sourcing)
Textile Sourcing & Services (Buying House)
Bengaluru,India, Karnataka
12.2007 - 11.2011
- Identified best sources for various fabrics, from India & import markets to suit customer requirement
- Developed collections for buyers as well as developed various vendor base
- Analyzed feasibility and limitations of design
- Did technical analysis of sample or bulk lot submits from suppliers.
- Studied timeline required for processing complete order
- Gave call outs regarding fabric/sample/delivery issue prior to avoid later setbacks
- Followed up with mills to get sampling yardages/bulk fabric completion on time
- Cross verified costing from various sources.
Merchandiser (Sourcing Executive)
Prateek Apparels Pvt. Ltd.
04.2007 - 12.2007
Asst. Manager Weaving Preparatory
INDUSFILA Pvt. Ltd.
06.2004 - 03.2007
Education
Fast Track Programme in Management - Business Management
T.A.PAI Management Institute
Bengaluru, India 01.2009 - 01.2010
B.TECH in Textile Technology - Fiber, Textiles, And Weaving Arts
D.K.T.E's Institute
Maharashtra, India 04.2001 - 05.2004
Diploma in Textiles - Fiber, Textiles, And Weaving Arts
Bapuji Polytechnic
Karnataka, India 06.1998 - 03.2001
Skills
Procurement Management
Cross-Functional Teamwork and Collaboration
Verbal and written communication
Negotiation
Strategic Planning
Time Management
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Staff Training and Development
Complex Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Positive Attitude
Multitasking Abilities
Computer Skills
Adaptability and Flexibility
Problem-solving aptitude
Analytical Thinking
Significanthighlights
- Received "Award for Excellence 2017" by EPIC GROUP.
- Walmart Certified Colourist approved by UL CTL for 3 consecutive years.
- Developed Procurements strategy through planned approach of cost effectiveness, timelines, available budgets, projected risks, and opportunities.
- Achieved and maintained 95% plus on time delivery for 9 consecutive years in EPIC.
- Brought newness to Product Developments using sustainable raw materials, achieved shorter lead time and potential cost savings.
- 3+ year experience of Sourcing Sustainable Products - Encouraging procurement of sustainable raw material and chemical management Process.
Personal Information
Nationality: HONG KONG PERMANENT RESIDENT
Timeline
Supplier Development Manager- ASIA
Manuchar Hong Kong Ltd
07.2022 - 07.2024
Asst. General Manager - Product Development and Sourcing
EPIC Group Hong Kong
01.2012 - 10.2021
Fast Track Programme in Management - Business Management
T.A.PAI Management Institute
01.2009 - 01.2010
Senior Merchandiser (Product Development and Sourcing)
Textile Sourcing & Services (Buying House)
12.2007 - 11.2011
Merchandiser (Sourcing Executive)
Prateek Apparels Pvt. Ltd.
04.2007 - 12.2007
Asst. Manager Weaving Preparatory
INDUSFILA Pvt. Ltd.
06.2004 - 03.2007
B.TECH in Textile Technology - Fiber, Textiles, And Weaving Arts
D.K.T.E's Institute
04.2001 - 05.2004
Diploma in Textiles - Fiber, Textiles, And Weaving Arts
Bapuji Polytechnic
06.1998 - 03.2001