Rohit Sourabh
About Rohit Sourabh
Rohit Sourabh serves as the Head of Supply Chain Management for Telecom Cables at Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he has worked since 2012. He previously held a managerial position in vendor development at Tata Motors for ten years and has a strong background in engineering and supply chain optimization.
Work at Sterlite Technologies Limited
Rohit Sourabh has been serving as the Head of Supply Chain Management (SCM) for Telecom Cables at Sterlite Technologies Limited since 2012. His role encompasses overseeing the end-to-end delivery of the Navy MPLS network, which includes sourcing, procurement, warehousing, and logistics. Under his leadership, the organization has implemented significant improvements in operational efficiency, including reducing Operations & Maintenance service delivery times from five days to less than twenty-four hours through effective contract management.
Previous Experience at Tata Motors
Prior to his current role, Rohit Sourabh worked at Tata Motors as a Manager in Vendor Development from 1997 to 2007. During his decade-long tenure, he conducted audits of the vendor's Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) to ensure the quality of final products. He managed three primary warehouses for engine and drive train components, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain operations.
Education and Expertise
Rohit Sourabh's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science. He also studied at Dayalbagh Educational Institute and completed his early education at Little Flower School and Chinmaya Vidyalaya. His academic foundation supports his expertise in supply chain management and vendor development, which has been instrumental in his professional achievements.
Achievements in Cost Savings and Efficiency
Rohit Sourabh has achieved notable success in cost savings and operational efficiency throughout his career. He was awarded five projects for the Fiat India Global Sourcing team, leading to potential savings of over 23% on a total spend of approximately EUR 5 million. Additionally, he negotiated annual cost savings of 1% to 3% for ongoing projects, resulting in annual savings of EUR 450 thousand. His initiatives have also led to an 11% savings on non-fiber purchasing for annual acquisitions worth Rs 800 Cr in the Optical Fiber Cable and Data Cable sectors.
Innovations in Business Solutions
Rohit Sourabh collaborated with the sales team to establish 'Smart Kit Solutions', a new business vertical projected to generate annual revenue of Rs 500 crores. His innovative approach to asset management is exemplified by his successful partnership with Original Equipment Manufacturers, which involved the reassignment of over Rs 7 crores worth of used assets, showcasing his effectiveness in managing resources and enhancing operational capabilities.