Mrunal Shinde

Commodity Manager @ Siemens

About

Results-driven Commodity Buyer with hands-on experience in procurement, supply chain optimization, and program management across the automotive and industrial manufacturing sectors. Proven track record of reducing costs, improving operational efficiency, and driving performance through data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

Country

United States

City

Raleigh

Industry

Utilities

Skill

Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Cost Reduction & Value Engineering, Supplier Negotiations & Relationship Management, Commodity Management (Direct & Indirect), Production Planning & Scheduling, Manufacturing Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Process Optimization (Manufacturing), KPI Tracking & Reporting, Safety Compliance, Six Sigma / Kaizen / 5S, Cross-functional Coordination, Change Management, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, Resource Management, Quality Assurance

Experience

Commodity Manager

Siemens

2025-8 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Lead procurement of electrical commodities (switches, fuses, relays, etc.) with Distributors & OEMs. • Drive supplier negotiations, performance management, and quality agreements to ensure cost, delivery, and compliance. • Collaborate with cross functional teams to optimize supply chain efficiency, cost savings, and supplier innovation. • Implement risk management & early supplier involvement strategies to strengthen supply security and product lifecycle. • Execute sourcing activities (RFQs, eAuctions, negotiations, SAP master data) to streamline procurement operations.

Commodity Buyer and VAVE

Tenneco

2025-1 - 2025-8 · 8 mos

Northville, Michigan, United States

Managing commodity purchasing for the NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) division at Tenneco, with a strong focus on cost-saving initiatives, supplier performance, and long-term sourcing strategies. Spearheading VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) activities in collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify cost reduction opportunities, optimize component design, and improve overall product value without compromising quality or performance. Driving strategic sourcing decisions, supplier negotiations, and market analysis to support global program objectives and ensure supply chain resilience.

Manufacturing Management

Schneider Electric

2024-5 - 2025-1 · 9 mos

Oxford, Ohio, United States

Supervised and led a 30-member production team to consistently exceed output targets, contributing to over $4 million in sustained monthly revenue. Implemented tool management systems and strategic purchasing initiatives that successfully reduced the operational budget (BOV) from $1.7 million to $300K. Developed and executed build schedules, optimized material flow, and decreased stockouts by 42% through data-driven demand forecasting and inventory planning.

Program Management

Tenneco

2023-5 - 2024-5 · 1 yr 1 mo

Monroe, Michigan, United States

Led program management initiatives for Ford vehicle components, overseeing supplier portal operations, optimizing inventory control, and streamlining Bill of Materials (BOMs) using SAP. Applied APQP principles and Six Sigma methodologies to ensure product quality and compliance, resulting in a 50% reduction in loss margins. Recognized for rapidly mastering ERP and MRP systems—including SAP—and driving measurable improvements in KPIs. A strong communicator and collaborative team player with a proven ability to solve complex supply chain challenges and contribute to high-impact, cross-functional projects.