MS Excel
Taha Parekh
Supply Chain And Purchasing
Nürtingen
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain professional with hands-on experience in purchasing, supplier quality, and international sourcing. Currently pursuing an MBA in International Management with practical exposure at Mercedes-Benz and Hirschmann. Skilled in supplier negotiations, compliance (REACH/ROHS), market analysis, and planning tools. Seeking a full-time role in Purchasing, Supplier Quality, or Supply Chain Management to apply analytical and operational skills
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Internship in Supplier Quality
Mercedes Benz AMG
Sindelfingen
05.2025 - Current
- Participated in supplier selection meetings for SIC power modules, contributing to discussions on product specifications, supplier strategies, and growth potential
- Collaborated in cross-functional meetings with internal stakeholders and suppliers to align technical and commercial expectations
- Developed a checklist for maturity control of prototype components, supporting structured tracking of development progress and quality milestones
- Attended the Power Electronics FAIR in Augsburg, representing the SQM team in meetings with current and potential suppliers
- Engaged in strategic discussions with suppliers on upcoming technologies, delivery timelines, and long-term quality and sourcing strategies
- Supported in creating Excel-based purchase forecast lists for semiconductor procurement planning
- Participated in supplier negotiations, contributing to discussions on commercial liability clauses (e.g., defining responsibility for quality issues or delivery failures)
Working Student in Purchasing and Supplier Quality
Hirschmann Car Communication GmbH
Neckartenzlingen
10.2023 - 04.2025
- Supported process audits and ensured supplier compliance with environmental regulations such as REACH and ROHS, contributing to sustainable and legally compliant sourcing practices
- Coordinated root cause analysis and evaluated supplier 8D reports to ensure timely resolution of quality issues and reduce customer returns
- Participated in supplier and product qualification by collecting relevant technical and quality documentation, evaluating supplier capabilities, and supporting approval workflows
- Collected and maintained KPI data using MS Excel and PowerPoint to visualize supplier performance in monthly reports
- Participated in supplier negotiations, helping draft contracts with a focus on technical and commercial terms
- Assist in preparing audit checklists, gathering supplier documents (e.g., ISO certificates, PPAP), and documenting audit findings
- Researched and analyzed trends in the purchasing market, including pricing, availability, and risk factors, and compiled reports for management
Purchase Assistant
Empire Exports
Morbi
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Assisted in procurement of raw materials and packaging supplies by coordinating with local suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing
- Assisted in negotiating prices, payment terms, and delivery timelines with suppliers to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement
- Maintained accurate purchase orders, tracked deliveries, and followed up with vendors to ensure uninterrupted supply to the production line
- Regularly checked stock levels of finished ceramic products and raw materials to support inventory planning and avoid shortages
- Coordinated with the warehouse and production teams to ensure product availability before processing export and domestic orders
- Managed order fulfillment by preparing dispatch plans, verifying product readiness, and ensuring on-time shipments to international and local clients
- Acted as a point of contact for B2B customers, maintaining professional relationships, addressing inquiries, and ensuring smooth order execution
- Maintained Excel reports and documentation to monitor supplier performance, purchase history, and order status
Internship in Purchasing
Vasani Electricals Pvt Ltd
Rajkot
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Supported procurement activities by sourcing electrical components and materials from manufacturers, ensuring timely availability for customer and industrial orders
- Maintained and updated purchase records, sales data, and monthly reporting packages to support inventory planning
- Created and maintained dashboards to monitor purchasing trends, supplier performance, and order fulfillment status
Education
MBA - International Management
Master of Business Administration
Nürtingen, Germany 03.2023 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical
Rajkot, India 08.2017 - 08.2020
Skills
Purchasing & Procurement
Supplier Quality Management
Teamwork and collaboration
Supplier Management
Analytical and Reporting
Competitor Analysis and Market Research
Negotiation and cost saving
Market Trend Analysis
Soft Skills & Business Acumen
Software
Power Point
SAP
Certification
Purchasing Foundation, LinkedIn Learning
Timeline
Internship in Supplier Quality
Mercedes Benz AMG
05.2025 - Current
Purchasing Foundation, LinkedIn Learning
02-2025
AUT EMEA Procurement Academy- Supplier Quality 2: Customer Requirements
09-2024
AUT EMEA Procurement Academy- Supplier Quality 4: New Suppliers and Audits
09-2024
Working Student in Purchasing and Supplier Quality
Hirschmann Car Communication GmbH
10.2023 - 04.2025
MBA - International Management
Master of Business Administration
03.2023 - 10.2025
Goethe-Zertifikat B1, Delhi, India
05-2022
Purchase Assistant
Empire Exports
09.2020 - 09.2022
Internship in Purchasing
Vasani Electricals Pvt Ltd
12.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical
08.2017 - 08.2020
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