Ananth Raghunathan Nilapadi
A professional in End-to-End Supply chain management, Vendor development, Project procurement and leading a team for high value purchases.
Hospet
Summary
Dynamic supply chain expert with a proven track record at Mukand Sumi Special Steel Ltd, showcasing exceptional negotiation and vendor management skills. Elevated procurement efficiency by over 30%, leveraging teamwork, collaboration, and advanced computer skills. Cultivated robust vendor relationships, ensuring optimal pricing and quality, underscored by a friendly, positive attitude.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Purchase Manager
Mukand Sumi Special Steel Ltd
Koppal
03.2018 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
- Increased procurement efficiency by implementing effective strategies and streamlining processes.
- Optimized supply chain operations by identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Enacted policies while avoiding shortages of critical materials and supplies.
- Facilitated continuous improvement within the purchasing department by regularly reviewing processes and practices for potential enhancements.
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular reviews, addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
- Established achievement targets and identified actions to reach objectives and operational goals.
- Negotiated contract terms with vendors to balance cash flow against possible price savings with technical and operational input from stakeholders and colleagues.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to improve communication and collaboration.
- Maintained a comprehensive understanding of market trends, utilizing this knowledge in strategic decision-making processes.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Purchase Manager
SBQ Steels Ltd
Gudur
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Procurement of New Induction Furnace & Accessories
- Procurement of all project related items for SMS
- Mechanical, Electrical for DRI and Power Plant
- Procurement of all operational spares both indigenous/imported and consumables related to SMS and RMS
- Planning and procuring Inventory items used for regular operations.
- Job work towards finalization of contractors for Operation and maintenance
- Importing spares from other countries
- Consistent cost savings on purchases and freight through negotiations
- Vendor development eradicating Monopoly for equipment spares
- Team building and team work
- Procuring Bearing and other regular electrical items based on price list with a good discount
- Proper control of Minimax Items
Purchase Manager
SLR Metaliks Ltd
Mariyamanahalli
12.2013 - 06.2016
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and obtain competitive quotations.
- Reduced order lead times by working closely with suppliers to expedite shipments when necessary.
- Trained purchasing team to assess vendor capabilities, develop sources and evaluate vendor performance.
- Recorded price histories, vendor relationship issues and purchasing document terms
- Coordinated logistics activities related to transportation, shipping, and warehousing of purchased goods.
- Conducted re-negotiations with vendors on rejections, disposition and adjustment of purchased materials not meeting specifications.
- Streamlined vendor payment process by collaborating with finance department on invoice reconciliation efforts.
Purchase Manager
SBQ Steels Ltd, Gudur (AP)
Gudur
04.2012 - 12.2013
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and obtain competitive quotations.
- Reduced order lead times by working closely with suppliers to expedite shipments when necessary.
- Trained purchasing team to assess vendor capabilities, develop sources and evaluate vendor performance.
- Procurement of all operational spares and consumables related to Blast Furnace, DRI, SMS, Rolling Mill, Sinter Plant, Coke Oven Plant and Power Plant
- Preparing operational budgets and ensuring adherence to the same.
- Procurement planning, Vendor sourcing, development and Quality performance of the supply chain.
- Job work towards finalization of contractors
Dy Manager - Purchase
SLR Metaliks Ltd
Mariyamanahalli
05.2011 - 04.2012
- Procurement of all project related equipment and spares Including steel structural for Blast Furnace and Power Plant
- Preparing operational budgets and ensuring adherence to the same.
- Procurement planning, Vendor sourcing, development and Quality performance of the supply chain.
- Job work towards finalization of contractors for project
- Team building and team work
Dy Manager
Shree Ram Electrocast Pvt.Ltd (Electrotherm)
Siruguppa
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Improved team efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative management strategies.
- Identified areas for improvement within the department, implementing strategic initiatives to address gaps in performance or resources.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and achieve corporate objectives.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels by developing targeted strategies to address client concerns effectively.
Executive- Purchase
Hospet Steels Ltd.
Koppal
12.2004 - 08.2010
- Procurement of all operational spares and consumables pertaining to Blast Furnace, SMS, Rolling Mill, and Power Plant
- Procurement planning, Vendor sourcing, development and Quality performance of the supply chain.
- Finalization of orders after thorough negotiation
- Finalization of Fabrication and Machining items
- Arranging local transportation
- Cost savings of Rs 3 lakhs per annum and more through identification of alternate suppliers for spares for Wire pump
- Cost savings of Rs 2 lakhs and more per annum through alternate source for spares for Atlas Copco Compressors, KBL Pumps and Mather and Platt pumps and major equipment
- Cost savings of Rs 2.5 lakhs per annum through
- Indigenous source for imported EMS coil filters for continuous casting machines (SMS)
Executive
Sreesha Enterprises
Bangalore
05.2004 - 12.2004
- Established long-term client relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality products and services.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining communication channels and improving response times.
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.
- Mentored junior staff members for accelerated career growth, developing future leaders within the organization.
Trainee
Lakshmi General Finance Ltd
Chennai
03.2003 - 01.2004
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
Trainee
Lakshmi General Finance Ltd
Chennai
03.2003 - 01.2004
- Handling cash as a cashier and depositing cash in bank daily
- Search for new customers and converting them to take vehicle loan
- Proper follow up with the customers and get the Monthly instalment daily and get accounted immediately
- Proper handling of cash without any shortage or fake notes
Special Trainee in Export Department
Sundaram Fasteners Limited
Chennai
10.2001 - 03.2003
- Reconciling 5 years record of stock transfer of fasteners to various countries
- Order processing
- Shipment order processing and documentation management
- Writing small programs PL/SQL for easy retrieval of data
- Negotiation of shipping documents and sending the same to Customers and Bankers
- Arranging for the CHA to collect the material from plant till Material boarding the ship, Preparation of Bill of Lading and getting the export documents on time
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce, Accounts,
Sindhi College
Chennai, India 04.1996 - 03.1999
Skills
Decision Making and Leadership
Involved in Planning, Procurement, Vendor development, Organising, Directs, Controls and evaluates the purchasing activities
Supplier relationship management
Global sourcing
Procurement planning
Vendor sourcing
Purchase order management
Price negotiation
Vendor relationship management
Supplier negotiation
Procurement expertise
New vendor setup
Logistics coordination
Self motivation
Inventory control
Decision-making
Timeline
Purchase Manager
Mukand Sumi Special Steel Ltd
03.2018 - Current
Purchase Manager
SBQ Steels Ltd
06.2016 - 03.2018
Purchase Manager
SLR Metaliks Ltd
12.2013 - 06.2016
Purchase Manager
SBQ Steels Ltd, Gudur (AP)
04.2012 - 12.2013
Dy Manager - Purchase
SLR Metaliks Ltd
05.2011 - 04.2012
Dy Manager
Shree Ram Electrocast Pvt.Ltd (Electrotherm)
08.2010 - 04.2011
Executive- Purchase
Hospet Steels Ltd.
12.2004 - 08.2010
Executive
Sreesha Enterprises
05.2004 - 12.2004
Trainee
Lakshmi General Finance Ltd
03.2003 - 01.2004
Trainee
Lakshmi General Finance Ltd
03.2003 - 01.2004
Special Trainee in Export Department
Sundaram Fasteners Limited
10.2001 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce, Accounts,
Sindhi College
04.1996 - 03.1999
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