Amith Bhaktha

Project: Supplier Evaluation & Qualification for a leading semiconductor solutions company. • Automated supplier evaluation in SAP Ariba, reducing manual work and improving assessment speed. • Implemented a weighted scoring system for suppliers, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 & IATF 16949 and enhancing supplier quality. • Defined supplier qualification criteria and created pre-qualification surveys, streamlining onboarding processes and reducing approval times.

Procurement for Power Generation (Hydrogen & Biogas) • Led a 4-member team to optimize sourcing and achieve cost efficiencies. • Developed plans to reduce costs and lead times, ensuring timely project execution. • Managed procurement of prototypes, improving supplier readiness and development speed. • Created supplier performance analytics, enhancing supply chain visibility and risk management.

Semiconductor & Display Equipment Procurement • Developed sourcing plans to optimize costs and supplier reliability. • Negotiated long-term agreements, ensuring cost efficiency and quality. • Led supplier workshops to improve compliance and collaboration. • Managed procurement from European suppliers, ensuring ISO compliance. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve procurement efficiency.

• Designed a service business strategy focused on cost optimization and long-term revenue growth. • Managed last-time buy projects, securing critical components while reducing overall procurement costs. • Created procurement schedules aligned with production needs, improving supply chain efficiency and reducing stockouts. • Strengthened supplier relationships, ensuring on-time delivery and cost-effective sourcing.