Raman Dixit

With over 14+ years of experience in Global Sourcing, Supplier Quality, and New Product Development across diverse industries Like Automotive , Home Appliance ,Retail & e-Commerce and MRO and Various product category including Hard goods, Soft Goods, Home Textiles, Decor, Outdoor, Home Improvement, and MRO—I bring proven expertise in ensuring product integrity and regulatory compliance. Skilled in strategic sourcing, risk management, and cost optimisation, I lead supplier audits, foster supplier collaboration, and drive continuous improvement. Certified Six Sigma Green Belt and ISO-9001 Lead Auditor, committed to upholding quality standards and delivering impact results in global supply chain management. Key Areas: Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimisation Supplier Quality & Development New Product Development (NPD) Continuous Improvement Supplier Audits & Risk Mitigation ISO-9001 Auditing & Six Sigma Methodologies Global Supplier Management: Managed relationships across Asia, Europe, and North America, fostering strong partnerships for sourcing and quality. Sourcing Strategy & Execution: Led sourcing for diverse categories like Hard goods, Soft Goods, Home Textiles, Apparel, MRO, and Home Improvement. Cost Optimisation: Implemented cost-saving initiatives through supplier consolidation, sourcing from low-cost regions, and design optimisation. Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked with category managers to support product launches and ensure efficient supplier selection. Risk Mitigation & Supplier Diversification: Proactively mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical and raw material issues. Certified Procurement Manager (CIPM): Expert in procurement strategies, supplier negotiations, and global sourcing best practices. Supplier Quality Management: Ensured quality for a range of products across the US,Canada,Japan and European markets. Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA): Conducted audits, enforced corrective actions, and maintained quality standards pre-shipment. Continuous Improvement: Applied Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to drive supplier process improvements. Six Sigma Green Belt: Implemented continuous improvement projects to enhance quality and reduce defects. OTIF Improvement: Improved On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery rates to 99% through quality and supplier management. Non-Conformance Reduction: Reduced non-conformance by 25% through quality improvement initiatives.