Dipak Bhalerao

Background

About Dipak Bhalerao

With a robust background in supply chain management and lean operations at Flex, I've honed a sharp acumen in continuous process improvement and procurement outsourcing. My tenure as Assistant Manager has been marked by driving strategic procurement initiatives and optimizing supply chain processes. At the helm of a dedicated team, we've excelled in meeting delivery targets and enhancing performance metrics. Our collective efforts have streamlined operations and fostered a culture of efficiency, demonstrating my commitment to operational excellence and impactful leadership. Boasting extensive relevant experience in procurement and supply chain management across the SCM domain, overseeing revenue of $300M/year for EMS, Automotive, and lifestyle clients. Currently serving as a Manager at Flex Technology Pvt. Ltd, leading a team of 15 employees, coaching and motivating them to meet KPI metrics and organizational goals. Successfully negotiated with suppliers, managed GBS and shared services deliverables, and prepared customized reports for analyzing and incorporating process improvements. Proficient in people management, process management, operations management, quality & compliance, customer relationship management, and team management. Proficient in managing global material availability, collaborating with suppliers, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations within the SCM domain, leveraging expertise in Procure to Pay (P2P), Order to Cash (OTC), and Record to Report (RTR) processes. Developed RFXs and Auction, supplier evaluation, implemented cost savings methodology, contract negotiation and finalization. Vendor performance management and regular operation review with top leadership team. Directed cross-functional & cultural teams using interactive & motivational leadership; acknowledged for leading, coaching & mentoring team members to achieve productivity. People Manager in building high-performing multicultural teams and leaders; led recruiting, leading, training, monitoring performance and engagement of the team. Proficient in ERP and other software tools for efficient data management and analysis.