Ashwin Ambale, Purchasing Manager

Ashwin Ambale

Purchasing Manager

Sharjah Driving Institute

Location
United Arab Emirates
Education
Master's degree, Contract And Supply Management
Experience
20 years, 5 Months

Share My Profile

Block User


Work Experience

Total years of experience :20 years, 5 Months

Purchasing Manager at Sharjah Driving Institute
  • United Arab Emirates - Sharjah
  • My current job since December 2018

• Spearheaded the development and execution of purchasing/procurement, sourcing global logistics, and facility management strategies.
• Orchestrate the entire operations of the Supply Chain Department and Facilities Department through employee recruitment, process creation, and operational excellence.
• Accountable for directing warehouse processes, controlling inventory, overseeing shipping & receiving, and ensuring optimum space utilization.
• Review and process purchase orders.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms & conditions.
• Maintain the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power.
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risks.
• Evaluate vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price.
• Schedule deliveries and ensure timely fulfilment of orders.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to monitor inventory and determine supply needs.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand.
• Ensure that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Work to improve purchasing systems and processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and vendors.
• Research and evaluate vendors to compare pricing and services.
• Stay current with purchasing technology trends and oversee purchase and implementation as necessary.
• Forecast, allocate, and supervise the financial & physical resources of the facility.
• Inspect structures to determine the need for repairs and renovations.
• Review utility consumption and strive to minimize costs.
• Ensure the facility is cleaned and maintained according to company policies and procedures.
• Conduct and document regular facilities inspections.

Procurement Manager at Gates Engineering & Services FZCO
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • October 2008 to December 2018

• Direct a team of 5 to deliver on the procurement objectives of the company.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure clarity of specifications and expectations of the company.
• Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
• Source and engage reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Review existing contracts to ensure ongoing feasibility.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Approve purchase orders and organize & confirm delivery of goods/services.
• Perform risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
• Control the procurement budget and promote a culture of long-term savings on procurement costs.
• Oversee & manage the IT systems that track shipments, inventory, and the supply of goods.
• Analyze data and prepare control strategies for unfavourable events.

Supply Chain Supervisor at Hoe Leong Corporation
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • March 2007 to October 2008

• Plan and implement strategic initiatives to improve productivity, efficiency, and other performance metrics.
• Monitor inventory levels and order new supplies as and when required.
• Oversee team members’ performance to ensure that they are meeting productivity goals.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure products are shipped on time and within the budget.
• Ensure all materials meet safety and quality standards.
• Review inventory records to track the flow of materials through the supply chain process.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain pricing information and place orders.
• Partner with concerned departments to ensure orders are filled correctly and on time.
• Report any issues with quality control and shipping procedures to the Management.

Logistics Coordinator at Prestige Apparel Mfg Co
  • Jordan - Amman
  • January 2004 to January 2007

Full logistics activities from Jordan to North America and Canada.

Education

Master's degree, Contract And Supply Management
  • at Symbiosis University
  • June 2012

Post Graduation Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Specialties & Skills

Production
Transportation
Procurement
PROCUREMENT
SOURCE (GAME ENGINE)
MANAGEMENT
SUPPLY CHAIN
NEGOTIATION STRATEGIES
GLOBAL LOGISTICS
FACILITY MANAGEMENT
OPERATIONS
QUALITY CONTROL
RESEARCH

Social Profiles

Personal Website
Personal Website

URL removed due to policy violation. Please contact support for further information.

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Expert