Vinayak VarpePatil

To utilize my 17 years of experience in procurement, supplier development, and sustainable sourcing to drive cost efficiency and operational excellence as a Purchase Manager.

Caspro Metal Industries Pvt. Ltd., Kolhapur | Assistant Manager – Materials (May 2018 – Present)

• Manage procurement for 2500 MT capacity CI foundry ensuring timely sourcing of raw materials and consumables.
• Negotiated supplier contracts, reducing procurement costs by 8–10% annually through bulk sourcing and alternate vendor development.
• Implemented strategic inventory planning, improving stock availability and reducing carrying cost.
• Strengthened supplier evaluation process for compliance with quality and ethical standards.
• Lead a team of 25 professionals to meet departmental KPIs and cost-saving targets.

Sound Castings Pvt. Ltd. (Unit-2), Kolhapur | Assistant Manager – Materials (Aug 2016 – Apr 2018)

• Handled procurement, vendor development, and material stores management for foundry operations.
• Reduced lead time of critical consumables by 15% through alternate sourcing and local vendor identification.
• Managed a team of 15 members across procurement and stores.

Fortunecoat Industries Pvt. Ltd., Kolhapur | Assistant Manager – PPC & Procurement (Feb 2014 – Aug 2016)

• Oversaw procurement of raw materials (chemicals, paints, coatings) for multi-sector clients.
• Negotiated supplier terms achieving 5% cost savings on bulk procurement contracts.
• Coordinated with sales and dispatch teams for order fulfillment and customer service.

Yash Metallics Pvt. Ltd., Kolhapur | Assistant Manager – Materials (Dec 2012 – Jan 2014)

• Managed purchasing, supplier scheduling, and performance monitoring.
• Introduced logistics improvements reducing inbound material delays.

Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd., Kagal, Kolhapur | Stores & Logistics – Team Associate (M6 III) (Oct 2007 – Nov 2012)

• Led stores & logistics operations in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certified environment.
• Implemented Vehicle Tracking System (VTS) improving dispatch accuracy and efficiency.
• Achieved annual savings of ₹9 lakh through Kaizen initiative for recycling used plastic bags.
• Handled CPC plant operations including material receipt, storage, issuance, packing, and dispatch.

Education

• Graduate Diploma in Materials Management – IIMM, Pune (2010)
• B.Sc. (Geology) – Shivaji University, Kolhapur (2005)
• 12th Science (Physics, Chemistry, Botany) – Kolhapur Board (2002)
• 10th – Kolhapur Board (2000)