Yogesh Kapadia

Yogesh Kapadia is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in indirect purchasing and supply chain management. Currently serving as Lead Buyer for Ford Motor Company since July 2013, Yogesh has successfully signed contracts worth $5 million for outbound vehicle distribution logistics and negotiated $25 million in milkrun transportation contracts across multiple countries. Prior to this role, Yogesh held various positions in procurement and purchasing at companies including Kemrock Industries, Lear Automotive India, and General Motors, where responsibilities included capital item procurement and supplier development. Educated in Mechanical Engineering from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Yogesh combines a strong technical background with a proven track record in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cost-saving initiatives.