PRANESHK KUMAR R S
Dubai
Summary
Experienced professional in procurement and supply chain management within the engineering sector, with a strong focus on upstream and downstream operations. Brings in-depth expertise in techno-commercial procurement, cost estimation, global sourcing, tendering, material and vendor management, and strategic project execution. Renowned for consistently driving high-impact, cross-functional projects to successful completion, earning recognition from senior leadership and key stakeholders. Passionate about solving Procurement & SCM Operations challenges through Consulting, Transformation and innovative solutions thereby enabling excellence in Engineering Services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
International Buyer (Procurement)
China Petroleum Engineering & Construction Corporation
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented preventive and corrective maintenance strategies with detailed scheduling, documentation, and reporting to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability.
- Managed the complete procurement lifecycle, from reviewing Material/Purchase Requisitions (MR/PR) to issuing Requests for Quotation (RFQs), conducting vendor evaluations, and releasing Purchase Orders (POs).
- Formulated procurement strategies in alignment with company policies and approved vendor lists (AVLs), ensuring accuracy and completeness of tender documentation and bid packages.
- Issued RFQs, expedited vendor proposal submissions, and facilitated pre-bid technical clarifications in coordination with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Conducted technical and commercial bid evaluations (TBE & CBE), collected missing bid documents, and ensured fair vendor selection in collaboration with engineering.
- Maintained procurement tracking tools including Inquiry Status Logs (ISL) and Bid Clarification Logs, enabling transparency and real-time progress monitoring for all procurement packages.
- Managed vendor communications for Technical Queries (TQs), ensuring timely resolutions aligned with technical specifications and project milestones.
- Coordinated with Legal and Contracts teams to finalize Terms & Conditions (T&Cs), resolving deviations and ensuring contractual compliance.
- Issued critical procurement documentation such as Bid Opening Requests (BORs), Recommendation Letters (RLs), Letters of Award (LOAs), and Variation Orders (VOs) in accordance with Delegation of Authority (DOA).
- Partnered with QA/QC teams and Third-Party Inspectors (TPI) to ensure quality compliance, and facilitated the closure of open punch points before final delivery.
- Procurement Management/ Supply Chain Management/ Procurement & Sourcing/ Global Procurement
- Inventory Management
- Costing & Estimation/ Tendering
- Techno-commercial Evaluation/ Techno Bid Evaluation/ Commercial Negotiation
- Project Procurement/ Project Management
- Quality Management
- Vendor Development & Management
- Tools Used: SAP MM, SAP HANA, SAP Ariba, EIP, Oracle, SMAT, iDOCS, Wrench
Procurement Specialist
McDermott International
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed procurement of Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) packages, with cross-functional support for Structural Steel, Mechanical, and Piping packages, ensuring timely delivery and inter-departmental coordination.
- Maintained accurate and traceable records of all vendor, contractor, and internal communications using designated ERP portals and document control systems, supporting audit compliance and project transparency.
- Conducted vendor pre-qualification assessments and facilitated client approvals in accordance with project specifications, QA/QC standards, and corporate procurement policies.
- Prepared and issued Purchase Orders (POs), Contracts, and Master Agreements through SMAT and Oracle procurement portals, ensuring full compliance with corporate, project, and HSE guidelines.
- Processed PO revisions and contract amendments for top-up Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and evolving scope changes, managing documentation and updates to align with project progress and procurement strategy.
Assistant Procurement Manager
Larsen & Toubro Hydrocarbon Engineering
01.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed procurement of key project materials across multiple categories including Mechanical, Piping, Structural, Plant & Machinery (P&M), Electrical, and Instrumentation for large-scale industrial and EPC projects.
- Prepared and submitted One-Year Rate Contract (RC) proposals for Industrial Gas Cylinders and MRO supplies, ensuring strategic sourcing, vendor compliance, and alignment with HPCL project requirements.
- Led vendor onboarding and development for Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) suppliers, supporting high-volume material demands and securing on-time deliveries for bulk procurement packages.
- Negotiated and finalized industrial paint contracts, achieving substantial cost savings while ensuring strict adherence to technical specifications and project delivery timelines.
- Conducted vendor Kick-off Meetings, reviewing delivery schedules, scope of work, payment guarantees (PG), and Liquidated Damages (LD) clauses to ensure contractual clarity and performance expectations.
- Implemented SAP Ariba bidding portal in collaboration with technical teams, streamlining e-sourcing and procurement workflows across the business unit.
- Led ERP transition from JDE to SAP, overseeing data migration and ensuring seamless integration of procurement operations with minimal disruption to ongoing projects.
Assistant Purchase Manager
U-Safe Solutions
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Sourced, negotiated, and procured materials from a broad network of pre-qualified suppliers, ensuring cost-efficiency, on-time delivery, and adherence to procurement policies.
- Generated and managed Purchase Orders (POs) and coordinated work order execution, aligning procurement activities with project schedules and strategic sourcing objectives.
- Evaluated supplier performance metrics including quality assurance, delivery adherence, cost control, and compliance with contractual terms and company standards.
Procurement Engineer
Usha Fire Safety Equipment's
12.2014 - 12.2017
- Managed end-to-end procurement operations from receipt of indents to vendor inquiry initiation, ensuring compliance with the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and organizational procurement standards.
- Led strategic sourcing and procurement of construction materials for EPC projects, including Plant & Machinery (P&M), Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical items, maintaining optimal buffer stock to meet fluctuating project demands.
- Implemented inventory control strategies, conducting regular analysis of non-moving and slow-moving stock using the NSF method, resulting in effective liquidation and reduced holding costs across branches.
- Collaborated with estimation and tendering teams to support BOQ analysis and tender submissions, enabling cost-effective procurement planning and alignment with bid requirements.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Operations & Supply Chain Management
Loyola College
01.2017
Bachelor of Engineering (B. E) - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
Panimalar Engineering College
01.2014
Skills
- Procurement Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement & Sourcing
- Global Procurement
- Inventory Management
- Costing & Estimation
- Tendering
- Techno-commercial Evaluation
- Techno Bid Evaluation
- Commercial Negotiation
- Project Procurement
- Project Management
- Quality Management
- Vendor Development & Management
- SAP MM
- SAP HANA
Certification
- Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP), The International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute (IPSCMI), 2025
- Certified International Procurement Manager (CIPM), The International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute (IPSCMI), 2025
- Certification in ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor, Bureau Veritas Group, 2023
- Certification in SAP MM, Larsen & Toubro, 2019
- SAP Certified Application Associate- SAP Ariba Sourcing, Larsen & Toubro, 2019
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/05/93
Projects Handled
- Mishrif Qurainat New Facility (MQNT), Involved in the execution of new crude oil processing facilities at Iraq's Rumaila oilfield, comprising two processing units with a combined capacity of 120,000 barrels per day.
- Qatar Energy, Contributed to the North Field Expansion Project (NFXP) for Qatar Gas, including North Field East (NFE) and North Field South (NFS) LNG developments, covering EPCI of 5 NFS Jackets and Well Head Platform 13N.
- Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd, Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) and Vacuum Distillation Unit (VDU) Full Conversion Hydrocracker Unit (FCHCU) Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF).
- Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG) Plant and Ethylene Recovery Unit (ERU) under LSTK-1 Package, Offsite and Utilities under LSTK-2 Package.
Timeline
International Buyer (Procurement)
China Petroleum Engineering & Construction Corporation
07.2024 - Current
Procurement Specialist
McDermott International
01.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Procurement Manager
Larsen & Toubro Hydrocarbon Engineering
01.2018 - 08.2022
Assistant Purchase Manager
U-Safe Solutions
01.2018 - 12.2018
Procurement Engineer
Usha Fire Safety Equipment's
12.2014 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Engineering (B. E) - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
Panimalar Engineering College
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Operations & Supply Chain Management
Loyola College
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