amith kumar

Procurement Lead @ JSW | SAP Procurement Specialist ,RPA/MDM consultant with 15 years of diversified experience in the area of SAP-Ariba, Procurement, Master data Management

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

About

At JSW, my focus as a Procurement Lead is to drive automation and efficiency in our procurement operations. Our team's dedication to process enhancement using Macros and UI-Path has significantly uplifted our PR to PO operations. This commitment to innovation, coupled with my expertise in SAP-Ariba, ensures the optimization of our strategic sourcing and contract management processes. Collaborating closely with SAP teams, we've developed solutions that reinforce data integrity and operational excellence. By leading a team in end-to-end procurement and championing Master Data Management, we've established a robust procurement framework that supports JSW's mission for streamlined source-to-pay workflows and elevates the standard of procurement practices in the industry.

Experience

  • Senior Manager at Arjas Steel
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • Procurement Lead, RPA and MDM specialist (SPOC –South Zone) at JSW
    Jun 2021 - May 2026 · 5 yrs

    • Designed automation processes using Macros and UI-Path for PR to PO MIS reports, RFP/RFI floating, negotiation, dashboards, and more. • Managed a team to facilitate end-to-end procurement processes and led enhancement and improvement activities. • Collaborated with SAP team and heads of procurement to develop SAP Ariba solutions.

  • JSW Steel (Bellary, Karnataka, India · On-site)
    • Procurement Manager / RPA and MDM Core Team Member
      Jul 2016 - Jun 2021 · 5 yrs

      • Managed end-to-end procurement process for production, MRO electrical equipment, and raw materials, utilizing SAP-Ariba for sourcing and contract management. • Led a team of 6+ Master Data Analysts to consistently achieve performance targets and streamline materials planning processes in SAP MM and secondary systems. • Collaborated with SAP/SAP-Ariba/Pilog Implementation teams to provide necessary inputs for system rollouts and gather business requirements.

    • Project and maintenance engineer
      Jul 2010 - Jun 2016 · 6 yrs

      • Led monthly departmental performance reports including delay report, MTTR, MTBF, Spare Cost, and more, resulting in improved plant efficiency. • Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of materials, ensuring smooth project execution. • Managed Electrical engineering projects for industrial automations, enhancing operational efficiency.

  • Internship Trainee at Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
    Feb 2010 - Jul 2010 · 6 mos

    Design, Engineering, Construction, Testing, Commissioning of Coal and Ash handling system in thermal power plant

  • Equipment Maintenance and service engineer at Electronik Tooling Solutions
    Jan 2009 - Sep 2009 · 9 mos

    • Designed PCBs and conducted inspections using U-CAM software & Laser photo plotting for Electronik Tooling Solutions in Bengaluru, India. • Managed machine maintenance, installations, and provided technical support to staff. • Installed software, performed patches, upgrades, and maintained operating systems for efficient operations.