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BHASKAR RAPARTHI

BHASKAR RAPARTHI

Materials Manager
Hyderabad

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Supply Chain Management professional with over 23 years of experience in leading end-to-end supply chain operations and delivering significant cost savings. Proven expertise in supplier negotiations, risk mitigation, and aligning procurement functions with organizational goals. Adept at leading diverse, cross-functional teams across regions, fostering supplier partnerships, and implementing innovative procurement technologies to achieve operational excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Materials Manager

IHCL - THE TATA GROUP
HYDERABAD
01.2021 - Current
  • Leading Regional procurement operations for Telangana & AP, managing an annual spend of Rs.380cr across multiple categories, including CAPEX, MRO, Food & Beverages, Linen, Cleaning and catering supplies, Housekeeping Amenities, CGS, and outsourcing of facility services, etc
  • Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies that align with organizational objectives, resulting in 20% cost savings annually and adhering to sustainable procurement policy - 65% of supply and service categories are sourced through MSME & Affirmative Communities
  • Lead a team of 48 professionals across multiple regions, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
  • Negotiate long-term contracts with key suppliers, ensuring favourable terms and reliable delivery of goods and services
  • Implement inventory management processes, reducing excess stock by 12 % while maintaining operational efficiency
  • Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supply chain risks
  • Monitor vendor performance using KPIs, ensuring compliance with service level agreements
  • Implement advanced forecasting techniques, achieving Enhanced Guest Experience, e.g., 95% demand accuracy and continuity of supplies and services
  • Established strong supplier partnerships, reducing lead time and improving delivery accuracy
  • Maintained Legal and compliance with industry regulations, ensuring risk-free operations
  • Reporting the sustainable procurements through ESG and BRSR compliance
  • Driving the Annual Budgeting exercises and Investment decisions

Manager Materials

IHCL - THE TATA GROUP
JAIPUR
05.2017 - 01.2021
  • Oversee the entire supply chain function for Rajasthan region, including procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution, with a focus on achieving cost efficiency and operational excellence (Spend of 450 cr)
  • Drive process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, reducing operational inefficiencies
  • Conducted risk assessments and developed contingency plans to address geopolitical, economic, and supply chain disruptions
  • Conducted supplier audits and performance evaluations, ensuring compliance with company standards and sustainability goals
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to forecast demand and align procurement strategies with business objectives
  • Implemented spend analytics tools to monitor procurement performance and identify improvement areas
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy to 95 % through robust auditing and tracking systems

Manager Materials

IHCL - THE TATA GROUP
HYDERABAD
02.2008 - 04.2017
  • Managed the complete Cycle of Procure to Pay process
  • Spearheaded a global and domestic supplier consolidation for project procurement, reducing the supplier base and increasing efficiency
  • Successfully implemented an Oracle-based ERP system, resulting in operational excellence and process integration
  • Operated closely with SVP Project, engineer, and site supervisor to understand and deliver project needs
  • Outsourcing of Facility Management and Finalization of SLAs
  • Regional Champion for Central Warehousing & Distribution 3PL (AP & TELANGANA)
  • Supervision of Internal & External Audit controls with the overall administration
  • ISO, HACCP, FSSAI, FLS, TBEM & Statutory Audits
  • Wide Experience in launching new hotels, Projects, Pre-Opening & renovation procurement, and accounting

Purchase Executive

GREEN PARK HOTELS AND RESORTS
HYDERABAD
05.2003 - 01.2008
  • Store & Purchase In charge

Store & Purchase In charge

KAMAT LINGAPUR HOTELS
02.2002 - 05.2003

Education

Master of Business Administration - Operation and Supply Chain Management

Skills

Certification

Financial & Commercial Acumen

Awards

  • Successfully launched 3 New Hotels as a Project Procurement Manager.
  • Procurement Manager of the Year 2021 by BW Hotelier.
  • Won the Star Performer of the Year Award in 2014.
  • Won the Service Excellence Award.

Timeline

Materials Manager

IHCL - THE TATA GROUP
01.2021 - Current

Manager Materials

IHCL - THE TATA GROUP
05.2017 - 01.2021

Manager Materials

IHCL - THE TATA GROUP
02.2008 - 04.2017

Purchase Executive

GREEN PARK HOTELS AND RESORTS
05.2003 - 01.2008

Store & Purchase In charge

KAMAT LINGAPUR HOTELS
02.2002 - 05.2003

Master of Business Administration - Operation and Supply Chain Management

BHASKAR RAPARTHIMaterials Manager