ARTHI M
CHENNAI
Summary
Procurement leader with proven success in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently delivering results. Skilled in cost reduction, supply chain optimization, and stakeholder engagement. Reliable professional with track record of driving efficiency and fostering productive relationships. Procurement Leader with expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation. Delivered cost savings of 5% through the implementation of best practice purchasing strategies, fostering team collaboration, and optimising supply chain processes. Established long-term agreements with suppliers, ensuring quality and efficiency across procurement operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Head
Larsen and Tubro (L & T EDUTECH)
07.2024 - 06.2026
- Heading Purchase function and procuring for L & T EduTech with Annual purchase of 25 Cr INR. Conceptualizing and implementing the best practice purchasing vision, strategy, policies, processes & procedures to improve business performance, add value, mitigate supply chain risk and deliver cost savings by 5 %
- Delivering leadership across budgeting & planning funds for purchase of material with maximum cost saving
- Establishing long-term strategic agreements and contracts with the suppliers/vendors, maintenance contracts, negotiation and ensuring the lowest cost consistent with the quality and services required
- Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
- Oversaw the preparation of purchase orders, verifying accuracy and compliance with company policies before submission to vendors.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with key suppliers, securing advantageous terms for the organization.
- Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry, and receiving.
Senior Manager
Murugappa Group (Parry Agro Industries Limited)
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Planning & coordinating procurement of materials for 7 Tea factories and estates in Valparai, Nilgiris, Karnataka, and Assam and for Rubber Estate in Kanyakumari
- Established a project team for achieving results as per targets; successfully procured materials for New CAPEX to complete new Orthodox Tea Factory in Valparai and Green Tea Project in Assam
- Monitoring inventory at the plant for major Engineering, raw materials, packing materials, Consumables Spares, and Services
- Managing availability and delivery of right quality materials at the right time, price and terms; devising efficient logistics management system to ensure delivery of the goods / shipments as per committed timelines and cost
Senior Manager (Procurement and Logistics)
Southern Agrifurane Industries Pvt. Ltd. (SAFIL) - MGM
11.2017 - 02.2018
- (Led the Material Procurement For 4 Factories – KWPL, Hyderabad, Viluppuram, TN, Pondy, and Kerala)
Team Lead - Procurement
Hindustan Coca Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd.
02.2010 - 09.2016
- (Successfully reduced the lead time of Spares & making sure no Production activity is stopped because of want of spares. Showcased skills in budgeting, various tax structures and analytical comparisons based on tax effects and impacts. Cross-functionally coordinated for procuring materials worth INR 150 crores for 600 BPM PET Line Project and 80 crores Tetra pack project)
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
Asst. Manager
Seshasayee Paper and Boards Limited
07.2006 - 10.2009
- (Coordinated for Procuring materials of INR 350 crores MDP (Mill Development Plan) Project; Achieved cost saving of INR 72 Lakhs while contributing to Energy-saving Projects; engaged in Renewable Energy Projects like Solar Lighting and Solar water heating. Involved in CDM Projects in Plant)
Education
MBA - Systems and Operations
College of Engineering (Anna University)
Chennai06-2006
B.E. - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Magna College of Engineering
Chennai04-2004
Skills
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Expense reduction
Effective negotiation
Cost optimization
Analytical decision-making
Long-term planning
Process optimization
Effective team leadership
- Vendor relationship management
- Contract negotiation
- Strategic sourcing
- Cost reduction strategies
- Supply chain optimization
- Supplier evaluation
- Negotiation tactics
- Materials requirement planning
Accomplishments
- Impressive success in achieving Exemptional Performance Rating for two consecutive years for innovative path-breaking supply chain initiatives to streamline processes
- Merit of receiving:
- Best Women Performer Certificate and CashPrize for functional excellence in 2011
- Written appreciation from Managing Director for excellence in a job in 2009
- Supply chain optimization/Operational excellence certificate in April 2012 – from CEO and Director
- Certified internal auditor for Integrated Safety, Health, and Environmental Management system from Det Norske Veritas Certified SAF –MM person
Additional information
Very Quick Learner,adapts to every New situations,contributes to organization Cost optimisatioin
Languages
Tamil
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
SKILLS
Cost Optimization,Vendor Identification, Negotiation,Leading Procurement Team, Monitoring Budget,Periodic Report to Top Management
Hobbies and Interests
Gardening,Reading Books
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Strategic Procurement/Sourcing
- Supply Chain Management
- Material & Inventory Management
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Logistics Operations
- Vendor Development & Negotiations
- Team Building & Leadership
Certification
- AI Certified Procurement Lead
- Certificate in Public Personel Management
- M.A. in Hindhi
Timeline
Procurement Head
Larsen and Tubro (L & T EDUTECH)
07.2024 - 06.2026
Senior Manager
Murugappa Group (Parry Agro Industries Limited)
02.2018 - 03.2022
Senior Manager (Procurement and Logistics)
Southern Agrifurane Industries Pvt. Ltd. (SAFIL) - MGM
11.2017 - 02.2018
Team Lead - Procurement
Hindustan Coca Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd.
02.2010 - 09.2016
Asst. Manager
Seshasayee Paper and Boards Limited
07.2006 - 10.2009
MBA - Systems and Operations
College of Engineering (Anna University)
B.E. - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Magna College of Engineering