Jennifer D’SA

Led Packing Materials Category Management, overseeing strategic procurement for paperboard, polymers, aluminum, and glass divisions. Developed annual business plans aligned to cost reduction and revenue targets; initiated capacity building and training for internal teams; supervised end-to-end procurement cycles and OTIF delivery. Executed New Vendor Set-up Initiatives, e-bidding (Ariba), and Supplier Relationship Management with Vendor Score Cards. Built a high-performing team, advanced alternate vendor development, and ensured procurement contracts complied with regulatory and quality standards across regions.

Team Lead for Aluminum and Respiratory packaging materials; managed end-to-end procurement, pricing approvals, and supplier compliance. Led negotiations via e-bidding and established pricing strategies to improve product margins. Coordinated order placement, supply-demand alignment, and material replenishment. Implemented cleansheet costing, market indices, hedging, and volume discounts; drove global sourcing, vendor evaluation, and capacity planning with vendors; monitored supplier scorecards and ensured timely material availability.

Implemented regional procurement strategies, built long-term vendor relationships, and negotiated pricing to reduce costs. Finalized rates for packing materials, ensured timely delivery, conducted vendor audits, and maintained regulatory compliance. Led capacity planning and ensured material availability through continuous follow-up and cross-functional coordination.