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
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