SUDHEER CHEMBRA
Hoofddorp
Summary
Results-driven and strategic Procurement Director with over 20 years of experience leading global multi-million-euro procurement budget including Direct and in direct materials, Capex, MRO, and project procurement strategies. Proven expertise in building high-performing teams, developing and executing category strategies, and driving significant cost savings across complex,
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD OF PROCUREMENT & PROJECTS
HYVA HOLDING, BV
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
09.2018 - Current
- Directed the global procurement strategy managing a multi-million euro spend across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.
- Managing and controlling the CAPEX & MRO spend in the plants and at contract manufacturing sites.
- Led the end-to-end procurement execution for the launch of 4 major new products across international facilities (Italy, Netherlands, India, China), ensuring on-time delivery of all equipment and materials.
- Spearheaded a strategic initiative to establish a new Contract Manufacturing facility in Eastern Europe; sourced and qualified the partner, managed the setup of a new production line, and achieved annual savings of over €4 Million.
- Implemented a global Cost Excellence Program (CEP), introducing Open Book Costing and Design-to-Cost methodologies with key suppliers, driving a consistent 10-15% cost reduction on existing product lines.
- Optimized the global supplier base through strategic consolidation and the implementation of Low-Cost Region (LCR) sourcing strategies, enhancing supply chain resilience and reducing costs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER
TAAL Tech India
Bangalore
06.2013 - 08.2018
- Drove new business verticals to align with global customer objectives.
- Led vendor development and supply chain management to support organizational growth.
- Managed procurement and contract finalization for IT infrastructure, software, and consultancy services.
- Developed and executed sourcing strategies for key capital components (gearboxes, large fabrications, castings/forgings), achieving 20-25% cost savings for European and North American clients.
- Negotiated and finalized a €1.5 Million EUR contract with Spirit AeroSystems, securing a long-term partnership for aerospace components.
- Managed full project lifecycle logistics, from sourcing in India to delivery to end-client locations in the US and Europe.
MANAGER-VENDOR DEVELOPMENT & SOURCING
BEML Limited
Bangalore
03.2008 - 05.2013
- Led Corporate Vendor Development & Sourcing initiatives, driving new source development.
- Conducted thorough vendor audits and expertly negotiated techno-commercial terms to finalize agreements.
- Developed heavy fabricated structures, including Boom, Arm, and Revolving Frame.
- Achieved indigenization of 200+ parts for a Defense Project, saving over 0.5M EUR annually.
- Cultivated a robust network of 50+ diverse-category vendors.
FUNCTIONAL HEAD- PRODUCTION & SUB CONTRACTS
Wipro Infrastructure Engineering Limited (WIN)
Bangalore
11.2006 - 03.2008
- Oversaw complete production line operations for Cylinders, Pumps, and Valves in the Truck Hydraulics Division, ensuring alignment with order bookings.
- Maximized production efficiency in Truck Hydraulics line.
- Successfully coordinated vendor management for timely part delivery.
- Increased quarterly production revenue from 2.9M to 3.6M EUR.
- Implemented cost-saving projects, saving 0.3M EUR annually.
ASSISTANT MANAGER- PRODUCTION PLANNING
ASACO PVT Ltd
Hyderabad
01.2000 - 11.2006
- Preparation of Production Schedule & Progress Chasing.
- Developing new vendors in case of shortage of capacity/nonavailability of facility.
- Detailed Cost Estimation & Standard Time calculation of components and assemblies.
Education
Bachelor of Production Engineering -
Post Graduate Diploma - Operations Management
Skills
- Strategic Leadership: Global Category Management Procurement Strategy Team Leadership & Development Stakeholder Engagement Budgeting & Forecasting P&L Management
- Capex & MRO Expertise: Capital Equipment Sourcing Project Procurement MRO Optimization Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Contract Negotiation Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Operational Excellence: Cost Reduction Low-Cost Country (LCC) Sourcing Supplier Development Risk Management Supply Chain Continuity Quality Management (SQE)Negotiation & Contracts Management
LANGUAGE
English
DOMAINS WORKED
Hydraulics, Lifting Equipment Mining & Construction. Engineering Services. Transportation, Rail & Metro. Machine Building. Aerospace & Defense. Offshore Industries
Timeline
HEAD OF PROCUREMENT & PROJECTS
HYVA HOLDING, BV
09.2018 - Current
DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER
TAAL Tech India
06.2013 - 08.2018
MANAGER-VENDOR DEVELOPMENT & SOURCING
BEML Limited
03.2008 - 05.2013
FUNCTIONAL HEAD- PRODUCTION & SUB CONTRACTS
Wipro Infrastructure Engineering Limited (WIN)
11.2006 - 03.2008
ASSISTANT MANAGER- PRODUCTION PLANNING
ASACO PVT Ltd
01.2000 - 11.2006