Ashwini Shinde

Project - Royal Caribbean Group, Miami - Florida

• Spearhead the selection and negotiation of suppliers for end-user computing devices and networking products, ensuring favorable agreements for the organization.
• Translate requisitions into purchase orders with precision using JD Edwards, maintaining cost-effectiveness and alignment with budgetary guidelines.
• Proactively manage supplier dispatch schedules to ensure timely deliveries, optimizing procurement operations' efficiency.
• Lead strategic IT procurement initiatives for upcoming vessels, emphasizing operational efficiency, connectivity, and safety standards.
  Execute on-the-spot buying to address urgent procurement needs promptly.
• Target of cost saving 8% every quarter.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Coordinated weekly meetings for internal and external groups.

• Led IT asset purchasing and management, establishing and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Researched and sourced IT equipment globally, obtaining competitive bids and quotes.
• Managed surplus inventories and disposal, ensuring compliance with EOL inventory procedures.
• Procured opex and capex items, including software, hardware, and networking equipment.
• Yearly cost saving by 12%

• Implemented vendor selection programs to secure the best vendors, ensuring quality and reliability.
• Managed centralized procurement operations, including IT and non-IT services, and resolved supply and quality issues.
• Negotiated terms with suppliers to optimize pricing, quality, and delivery schedules.
• Conducted commercial bid evaluations to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Maintained asset management stock and monthly provisions, optimizing inventory management.

• I have worked on the documentation that is required for a Smart Cities project and pre-bid meetings.

• Increased sales revenue by establishing strong relationships with clients and identifying new business opportunities.
• Worked closely with the sales team to prioritize tasks, set goals, and allocate resources efficiently; resulting in increased productivity and revenue