Jeyasurya Kumar

Background

About Jeyasurya Kumar

I’m a Senior Purchase Engineer at Saint-Gobain India (Grindwell Norton) with over 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and supplier development, managing both domestic and global sourcing across categories like chemicals, fillers, and ORMs. I’ve successfully handled sourcing across India and collaborated with global supplier networks to ensure cost-effective, compliant, and sustainable procurement. My approach blends data-driven decision-making with a strong understanding of supplier capabilities and market dynamics. Key Achievements- Delivered ₹40MN+ cost savings through strategic negotiations, e-auctions & indigenization - Reduced inflation by 5.5% in key chemical categories via vendor re-alignment - Lowered single-source risk by 8% through supplier diversification - Led Ecovadis & Smeta audits aligned with Green Deal goals - Drove CO₂ reduction initiatives under Saint-Gobain’s Supplier Sustainability Charter Awards & Recognition: 🥇 Gold Award – 2024, Saint-Gobain India (for cost savings in chemicals & fillers) Recognized for High Impact Savings in multiple categories across Bangalore & Mumbai units Tools & Platforms: SAP ERP · Power BI · Micro Strategy · E-Auction Tools 🤝 Strengths: Strategic Sourcing · Global Supplier Development · Risk Mitigation · ESG Procurement I believe procurement goes beyond transactions—it's about building strategic partnerships that create long-term value and competitive advantage.