Eric Mithun Bonik
Procurement
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Graduate student in Supply Chain Management with over a decade of procurement and purchasing experience in a large FMCG manufacturing setting, specializing in packaging materials procurement. Extensive expertise in rigid plastic, flexible plastic, paper, and paperboard packaging, complemented by skills in multi-tier supplier sourcing and cost optimization through innovative packaging modifications. Proven success in cross-functional collaboration and data-driven analysis to enhance cost efficiency, quality standards, and supply continuity. Eager to contribute knowledge and skills through a Purchases Internship at a dynamic organization operating within a global supply chain environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UUE Student Operations Team
University Of Michigan-Dearborn
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinate event logistics, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.
- Efficiently manage room setups, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.
- Troubleshoot AV issues swiftly, maintaining event flow and minimizing disruptions.
- Uphold safety protocols, contributing to a secure and organized campus environment.
- Provide prompt, courteous service, elevating the university's reputation.
Senior Executive, Commercial
SQUARE Toiletries Limited
01.2020 - 09.2025
- Led strategic procurement of packaging materials, including rigid plastic packaging, flexible plastic packaging, paper, and paperboard, supporting high-volume FMCG production.
- Managed multitier supplier sourcing to ensure supply continuity, competitive pricing, and compliance with quality standards.
- Implemented cost-optimization initiatives through packaging modifications, material substitutions, and specification standardization while maintaining product performance and safety.
- Oversaw end-to-end purchasing activities for an annual procurement spend of approximately BDT 20 billion, contributing to measurable cost savings and margin improvement.
- Conducted RFQs, bid evaluations, supplier negotiations, and contract reviews, strengthening long-term supplier partnerships.
- Implemented digital supplier performance and compliance tracking systems, improving transparency, accountability, and supplier scorecard evaluation.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with R&D, production, quality assurance, finance, and logistics teams to align packaging design decisions with cost targets and operational requirements.
- Analyzed procurement and supplier performance data to identify continuous improvement opportunities across cost, lead time, and service levels.
Executive, Commercial
SQUARE Toiletries Limited
05.2013 - 12.2019
- Executed strategic sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of local packaging materials, raw materials, ICT equipment, third party logistics, and commercial services, ensuring cost-effective procurement aligned with operational needs.
- Assessed internal stakeholder requirements and developed technical and commercial specifications for packaging materials, equipment, and supplies.
- Led RFQ processes, including supplier consultations, quotation analysis, and commercial evaluations to support informed sourcing decisions.
- Analyzed and negotiated contract terms and conditions, finalized supplier recommendations, and supported contract approval prior to purchase order issuance.
- Processed supplier invoices and coordinated timely payments with finance teams.
Executive, Operations (Contractual)
BRAC BANK Limited
12.2011 - 05.2013
- Responsible for preparing, maintaining, and delivering all Welcome Packs for respective Brunches and Sales Centers. Arranging and maintaining the Welcome Pack's Debit Card, PIN mailer, and Chequebook.
- Handle inquiries about delivered Welcome Packs. Maintain MIS and provide feedback to branches.
- Issuance of Daily Requested Chequebooks in Finacle Core Banking Software.
- Destroy the undelivered Chequebooks both in the Database System and physically.
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Michigan – Dearborn
Dearborn, Michigan01.2026
Master of Business Administration - Finance
BRAC University
Dhaka, Bangladesh01.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh
Dhaka, Bangladesh01.2011
Skills
- Flexible Plastic Packaging
- Multi-Tier Supplier Management
- Packaging Cost Reduction & Specification Optimization
- Paper & Paperboard Packaging
- Rigid Plastic Packaging
- Supplier Negotiation & Contract Evaluation
- Cost Optimization & Spend Analysis
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Purchasing Operations
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with the team of Square Toiletries Limited in the development of their renowned brand "Supermom" Baby Diaper and Wipes project.
Certification
- Rules and Procedures for Import and Export, Bangladesh Foreign Trade Institute (BFTI), Registration No.: 250905
- Internal Auditing Technique (Standard: ISO 9001:2005 - QMS), RM Consultancy Services
Languages
English
Professional Working
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
UUE Student Operations Team
University Of Michigan-Dearborn
08.2025 - Current
Senior Executive, Commercial
SQUARE Toiletries Limited
01.2020 - 09.2025
Executive, Commercial
SQUARE Toiletries Limited
05.2013 - 12.2019
Executive, Operations (Contractual)
BRAC BANK Limited
12.2011 - 05.2013
Master of Business Administration - Finance
BRAC University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Michigan – Dearborn
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 06/07/89
Skills
Flexible Plastic Packaging (films, laminates, pouches), Multi-Tier Supplier Management, Packaging Cost Reduction & Specification Optimization, Paper & Paperboard Packaging, Rigid Plastic Packaging (bottles, containers, closures), Supplier Negotiation & Contract Evaluation, Cost Optimization & Spend Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Purchasing Operations, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Data-Driven Decision Making, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, data analysis), Optimization & Network Design Concepts