Jiten Keluskar

Results-driven Chief Procurement Officer(Executive Director), leading a team of 35+ engineers across 5 plants in India and Head Office, managing a spend of INR 4000Cr., overseeing Procurement, Strategy Formulation, Material Planning & Budgeting, and Commercial Operations and Commercial Operations. I have a proven track record of delivering significant results, including substantial cost savings and the implementation of enhanced procurement processes, strategies and IT systems. My leadership style emphasizes team building, mentoring, and driving continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence. With over 34+ years of experience in optimising Procurement and Supply Chain, I have developed expertise in: - Strategic Sourcing and Category Management - Contract Negotiation and Administration - Vendor Relationship Management - Cost Optimization and Spend Analysis - Greenfield and Brownfield Project Execution   - Risk Analysis and Mitigation - Industry 4.0 implementation and Digital Transformation