Selvaraj jayaraj
procurement specialist
chennai
Summary
Procurement Officer with 6+ years of proven expertise in managing end-to-end procurement across India, UAE, and Oman. Skilled in strategic sourcing, RFQ/RFP processing, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and ERP systems (Accurate). Successfully delivered cost savings (up to 10%), reduced lead times, and ensured material readiness to support major construction, EPC, and fuel station projects. Notable strengths: Strategic vendor partnerships for quality and cost-efficiency Tender and contract management, including RFQ/RFP/RFI procedures Accurate PO processing and ERP documentation Cross-functional coordination with site, finance, and stores teams Actively seeking new opportunities in procurement, supply chain, or materials management roles with an international focus.
Detail-oriented professional promoting expertise in supply chain planning. Confident Procurement Specialist knowledgeable in managing vendor relations, tracking products, and the methods needed to obtain the best pricing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Procurement Specialist
Izz Oman Engineering LLC
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Lead full-cycle procurement: vendor sourcing, RFQ/RFP issuance, negotiations, PO processing, and delivery coordination. Drive on-time material procurement using ERP systems to support project timelines. Manage tender documentation and submissions in alignment with regulatory and project standards. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring quality, and timely deliveries.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly to maintain reliable supply chain operations and address issues promptly.
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
Procurement Engineer
Kavi EPC PVT LTD
03.2023 - 04.2025
- Spearheaded procurement efforts for fuel station commercial buildings and pre-engineered building projects, ensuring materials availability while adhering to project timelines.
- Successfully negotiated with suppliers to secure favorable terms, resulting in a 10% cost reduction, on average, for key materials.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders, to identify project requirements and source appropriate materials.
- Implemented inventory management strategies, reducing excess inventory, and minimizing project delays due to material shortages.
- Conducted market research to stay updated on industry trends, new suppliers, and cost-effective materials.
- Developed a comprehensive plan for the procurement of materials and equipment, leading to an 8% reduction in cost out of 9.50%.
Procurement Engineer
Halla Corporation
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted market research to stay updated on industry trends, new suppliers, and cost-effective materials.
- Preparation of material requests for all kinds of materials required for site progress.
- Preparation of purchase requests and obtaining approval from all concerned departments for purchase order preparation.
- Coordinate with the supplier and subcontractor, monitor the material delivery, and arrange for material delivery on time for site progress.
- Purchasing for site progress materials.
- Coordinate with the purchasing department for material purchase and delivery, as per site requirements.
- Preparation of the work progress report.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers.
- Coordinate with the accounts department to monitor and clear the payments related to subcontractors and material suppliers, in order to avoid any interruption of site works due to the delay of payments.
Site Supervisor
Mega Tech
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Manages subcontractors by locating, evaluating, and selecting subcontractors; monitoring, and controlling performance.
- Meets construction budget by monitoring project expenditures, identifying variances, implementing corrective actions, and providing non-project annual operating and capital budget information.
- Approves construction projects by conducting inspections at critical phases, obtaining approvals from buyers.
- Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures, and complying with legal regulations.
- Monitored work performance and oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
Education
Diploma - Civil
Sriram Polytechnic College
Chennai, India03-2016
Skills
ERP Software
Negotiation
Vendor Evaluation
Store Keeping
RFQ
Procurement
MS Office
Purchase Order
Tender Processing
Purchasing
Vendor Management
RFP
Subcontracting
Purchasing processes
Price negotiation
Purchase order creation
Supplier contracts
Vendor sourcing
Procurement activity coordination
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
Izz Oman Engineering LLC
04.2025 - 07.2025
Procurement Engineer
Kavi EPC PVT LTD
03.2023 - 04.2025
Procurement Engineer
Halla Corporation
02.2018 - 03.2020
Site Supervisor
Mega Tech
07.2016 - 01.2018
Diploma - Civil
Sriram Polytechnic College