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Bimal Singhi

Procurement And Vendor Manager
Bangalore

Summary

Proactive Purchasing Manager helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing and value assessment to form best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable employee seeking Procurement and Vender Manager position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Experienced Purchase/Event with over 8+ years of experience in IT / Events / Corporate. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Vendor and Pro

PayPal India Pvt Ltd (Client Location)
Bangalore
02.2017 - Current
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
  • Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
  • Creating a purchase orders and consumables through [Ariba]
  • Identified cost-effective vendors and set up favorable contracts
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Completed annual reviews of vendor policies and procedures.
  • Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
  • Maintained and built comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
  • Work closely with GM, VP and other leaders on the Event Organizations.
  • Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers and budgets.
  • Searched and negotiated suitable venues per setup requirements and budget constraints.

Event Manager

SPRIM
BANGALORE
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
  • Maintained and built comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
  • Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
  • Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to publicize and promote events.
  • Generated ideas to enhance and expand current event offerings.
  • Prepared invitations to send out to guest lists.
  • Utilized job-related software to create standard guidelines, calendars and budgets for each event.
  • Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing plans to generate event revenue.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
  • Coordinated florists, photographers and musicians during for events.
  • Searched and negotiated suitable venues per setup requirements and budget constraints.
  • Assembled creative and innovative event attractions based on internal capabilities.
  • Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.

Assistant Event Manager

Grandeur International
BANGALORE
09.2013 - 12.2013
  • Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
  • Hired and cross-trained staff members for various event-specific functions and assessed employees' understanding of associated processes and procedures.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
  • Prepared invitations to send out to guest lists.
  • Generated ideas to enhance and expand current event offerings.
  • Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
  • Planned and organized activities, details and logistics for events.

Marketing Events Assistant

Shree Tele Mobile
BANGALORE
09.2012 - 08.2013
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting, arranged spaces and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events.
  • Supervised onsite team of caterers, audio-visual technicians and facility management team.
  • Interviewed clients to understand event scopes of work, establish budgets and determine timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization and rehearsal, ceremonies and receptions.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Looking at the display product options in the retail and Merchant location
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.

Event Coordinator

Scorpio Event Management
BANGALORE
01.2010 - 08.2012
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Organized, coordinated and deployed Corporation, Seminar/Conference, Annual Day, Sales Meeting etc., events while focusing on delivering superior customer service.
  • Utilized internal databases to prepare and distribute guest lists, electronic invitations and registration processes.
  • Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
  • Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
  • Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.
  • Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
  • Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
  • Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.
  • Developed post-event reports to determine effectiveness of each event.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sitadevi Ratanchand Nahar Adarsh College
Bnagalore
06.2007 - 06.2009

Bachelor of Commerce - Commercial And Advertising Art

Annamalai University
Bangalore
08.2011 - 05.2014

Skills

  • Profit and loss understanding
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Software

  • MS Office
  • Ariba / SAP

Timeline

Vendor and Pro

PayPal India Pvt Ltd (Client Location)
02.2017 - Current

Event Manager

SPRIM
01.2014 - 01.2017

Assistant Event Manager

Grandeur International
09.2013 - 12.2013

Marketing Events Assistant

Shree Tele Mobile
09.2012 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Commerce - Commercial And Advertising Art

Annamalai University
08.2011 - 05.2014

Event Coordinator

Scorpio Event Management
01.2010 - 08.2012

High School Diploma -

Sitadevi Ratanchand Nahar Adarsh College
06.2007 - 06.2009
Bimal SinghiProcurement And Vendor Manager