Sudhendu Pattanaik

 Strategized and led projects with category managers on project development, vendor selection and process implementation including RFX process, TCO evaluation, SOW negotiation, factory audits, establishing business requirements and vendor performance scoring for supplier resiliency and tariff mitigation programs.  Managed the sourcing process for the most complex projects inclusive of supply market analysis, leverage spend, driving requirements, negotiating contract terms, that included risk, compliance, legal, finance, business partners to ensure full collaboration and approval, timely implementation and strong return on investment (ROI).  Managed critical direct supply and service contracts; negotiated commercial terms and facilitated contracting processes with the suppliers to ensure contractual savings are achieved by analyzing and documenting cost savings versus historical spend.  Collaborated with executive leadership to develop category-specific procurement strategies, mitigating risks and maximizing value, reducing costs by 20%, and streamlining operations for consistent and efficient procurement activities.  Work collaboratively with suppliers and stakeholders to identify and execute continuous cost improvement programs and resolve significant and unique strategic supplier performance issues to ensure business satisfaction.  Measured and tracked procurement metrics KPI’s and checked Power BI department dashboard, budget and savings tracking for reports and presentations to be presented to executive management and key stakeholders.  Conducted cross functional training programs to share and leverage with templates, strategies, lessons learned, and case studies, elevating procurement capabilities. Key Achievements:  Developed and implemented dynamic vendor scorecards, fostering accountability and driving performance improvements that resulted in a 15% increase in vendor compliance and a 10% reduction in supply risks.

• Spearheaded high-value procurement projects for category of Valves & Instruments totalling over $500 million, ensuring full alignment with organizational strategies and objectives, and delivering projects 10% under budget and ahead of schedule, directly contributing to increased profitability and growth. • Optimized procurement processes, implementing advanced e-sourcing tools and automation that enhanced operational efficiency by 30% and boosted client satisfaction rates by 25%. • Collaborated with executive leadership to develop innovative procurement strategies, mitigating risks and maximizing value, resulting in $10 million in cost savings through strategic sourcing and vendor negotiations. • Championed cross-functional collaboration, fostering alignment among stakeholders across departments, which increased project success rates by 15% and enhanced team productivity. • Designed and implemented standardized procurement frameworks for valves & instruments, improving compliance, reducing costs by 20%, and streamlining operations for consistent and efficient procurement activities.

• Reviewed and evaluated offers from contractors. Performed source selection, including conducting cost and price analysis, determining competitive range, and assessing risk. • Negotiated contract pricing, terms, and conditions, and completed all procurement related sourcing and contract documentation for projects, SOWs and/ CRs. • Utilized standard contracts and liaise with internal and external legal counsel to analyze contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, corporate policies. • Ensured availability of goods and services through the adherence to existing agreements and, when vital, contract amendments or renewals. • Provided insights on category spend and savings opportunities through data analysis, industry benchmarks and experience working with other category team. • Collaborated with business process team to eliminate process defects by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. • Created, developed, and controlled reports, research and other administrative activities. • Developed and maintained relationships with all suppliers in the division including, current, future, and past suppliers to maintain capacity and cost controls while mitigating risks. • Measured and tracked procurement metrics KPI’s and checked Power BI department dashboard, budget and savings tracking for reports and presentations to be presented to executive management and key stakeholders. Key Achievements: • Negotiated new contracts valued at up to $37.5M and encompassing pricing, supplies, equipment, and favourable provisions.

• Prepared RFP packages and carried out sourcing that aligned with industry standard methodologies and analyzed the submitted proposals from a commercial perspective and negotiated contract terms and conditions in order to reduce the company’s risk exposure. • Liaised between supplier's and business unit's to ensure scope of work, specifications of materials, pricing, terms and delivery schedules are outlined and confirmed. • Identified and conducted financial analysis of opportunities for process improvement related to the utilization of supplies, services and equipment. • Responded to the market as shown through product innovation and gained knowledge of changing marketplaces which balanced supply and demand of multiple product lines. • Created and implemented procurement strategies working with team members and other partners to develop sourcing plans. • Provided statistical analysis and business insight to drive key performance measurements through meaningful management dashboards/reports and supplier performance metrics. • Developed and led implementation of Lean and continuous improvement processes that resulted in increased efficiency and streamlined workflows and cost savings. • Coordinated vendor management process throughout the life of the contract, ensuring compliance and performance. Key Achievements: • Recommended supplier strategies on annual supply contracts resulting in cost- savings between 5-10% on key service annual contracts.

• Collaborated with production & maintenance team to develop strategic purchase order planning and maintained optimum inventory levels to provide seamless process flow. • Coordinated RFQ/RFP process to lead the proposal review team, down-selecting to the final partner companies utilizing jointly developed scorecards and risk assessments. • Liaised between supplier's and business unit's to ensure scope of work, specifications of materials, pricing, terms and delivery schedules are outlined and confirmed. • Performed and negotiated terms and conditions for purchase agreements, engineering service agreements and field services agreements in order to save costs. • Coordinated with supplier to resolve the status of aging purchase orders, lead time change, quality problem, supply disputes, engineering change and production issues. • Worked across departments and with vendors to implement procurement strategies to attain best quality, pricing, terms and delivery of products while meeting deadlines. • Developed and led implementation of Lean and continuous improvement processes that resulted in increased efficiency and streamlined workflows and cost savings. • Monitored and received quality and on-time performance reports to evaluate supplier performance and ensure contract requirement. Key Achievements: • Monitored demands and supply flow of over 1,000 items to minimize back orders and maximized fill rates up to 98%.

• Procured finished goods, subcontracted drop shipments, supplies and services to be shipped to Ecolab warehouses, watching inventory levels and vendor lead times. • Monitored production schedule to assess future production needs; balance available space with ongoing production requirements based on the current JIT guidelines. • Procured sample parts required for engineering change orders and following through with the vendor and quality assurance until new material is approved. • Negotiated pricing and terms, monitored all unreasonable price increases, oversaw quality control, ensured that products met and maintained safety standards. Key Achievements: • Ordered materials based on JIT guidelines to aim for full trailer load; resulting in cost savings of $50,000 while improving lead-times.

• Managed day-to-day purchasing operations by successfully sourcing and securing goods and services such as equipments, raw materials, production components, and tooling for global procurement at Honda Factories. • Performed formal RFQ/RFP activities to provide market-benchmarking analytics to accomplish lowest total cost of ownership. • Reviewed engineering drawings and purchase specifications for accuracy, so purchase quantities and parts specifications were accurate and correct reducing errors. • Identified areas to cut cost by analyzing impact of stocking inventory vs. shipping direct. • Negotiated various supply and service agreements, delivering balanced commercial terms & conditions and favourable payment terms. • Implemented lean initiatives resulting in annualized reduction of material purchases by 12.5 % through domestic vendor sourcing program. • Developed and built relationships with key suppliers and measured suppliers performance using data based on cost, quality and service level metrics • Trained and coached staff on Project and Supply Chain Management, playing an integral role in their continuous improvement and productivity. Key Achievements: • Saved days of inventory by 40% over two years. Success attributed to improved controls, leveraging the ERP (SAP) system; and implementing a new S&OP process. • Optimized supply chain tactical activities to increase supplier on-time delivery by 20%. • Strategically sourced and qualified 150+ components for new product development on expedited schedule.