Abilash Krishnan, CSCP

Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing @ V-Guard

About

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leader with 17+ years of experience in the FMCD/FMEG sector, managing categories like Wires & Cables, Stabilizers, Inverters & Batteries, Water Heaters, Fans, Pumps, Kitchen Appliances, Solar Products, Switches, and Switchgears.I specialize in building ESG- and EPR-compliant supply chains that balance cost, sustainability, and resilience. Known for driving supplier innovation, digital procurement transformation, and cross-functional collaboration, I lead initiatives that deliver measurable impact.With a Mechanical Engineering background and a Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration, I bring technical depth and strategic vision to sourcing operations—transforming procurement into a growth enabler.

Country

India

City

Kochi

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

Strategic Procurement, SAP Ariba, Production Management, Time Management, Line Balance, Shop Floor, 5S, SAP ERP, Business Analysis, Cost Reduction Implementation, Category Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Analytical Skills, Business Acumen, Strategic Sourcing, Production Managers, Supplier Development, Procurement, Strategic Supplier Development, Cost Management

Experience

Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing

V-Guard

2024-4 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

Kochi, Kerala, India

Strategic Sourcing Manager with 15 years+ experience in FMEG Sector. Expertise in sourcing of all major commodities and components. Have experience in leading a team of buyers and analysts developing and executing sourcing strategies. Startegic thinker with a proven rack record of reducing costs and improving supplier performance. Managing annual spend of ₹1400 Crore ($160 million) with multi country sourcing for 15+ factories across India.