Dhan Gurung
COE Analyst
Hyderabad
Summary
Experienced P2P and business development professional with 7.9 years of expertise in managing supplier relationships, Proven leadership Qualities, conducting price analysis, Implementing cost reduction strategies, and handling contract management. Proven track record in optimizing supply chain operations and driving growth in various sectors.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4032
4032
years of post-secondary education
Work History
COE Analyst
International Favors & Fragrance
10.2017 - Current
- P2P cycle in Zycus system and its Implementation
- Setting up the user profile scopes and roles in the zycus system
- Resolving Queries for P2P in terms of PO changes, System Error
- Implementing new Zycus Implementation for any new region to move users from SAP to Zycus
- Zycus Implementation & Support
- Supplier Management,Data Analysis & Reporting,Client Onboarding & Training,UAT & Documentation,Business Process Mapping
- Providing trainings for UAT for Users to have grip in Zycus System
- Managed supplier onboarding and contract compliance using Zycus Supplier Management.
- Analyzed spend data and generated reports to support strategic sourcing.
- Collaborated with finance to streamline invoice matching and approvals.
- Supported internal audits and ensured procurement policy adherence.
- Conducted requirement gathering, solution design, and configuration workshops.
- Integrated Zycus with SAP ERP for seamless PO and invoice processing.
- Catalogs, Punchout creations
- Delivered user training and created SOPs for procurement teams.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting thorough cost-benefit analyses on potential investments.
- Optimized operational efficiency by redesigning workflow processes.
- Spearheaded project to integrate new analytics software, boosting data analysis capabilities.
- Influenced product development decisions by providing detailed market analysis reports.
- Improved decision-making processes, providing senior management with detailed analysis and actionable insights in Zycus system
- Led cross-functional teams in strategic planning sessions, aligning efforts with company goals for Zycus Implementation
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Senior Procurement Specialist
IFF/ DuPont
10.2017 - Current
- Negotiated with bidders to achieve fair, reasonable, and positive
outcomes for all parties - Collaborated closely with vendors on a day-to-day basis for
maintenance management. - Contract Management via SAP/ Changes/ Creation
- Improvement in PR to PO and SOP development
- Provided best practices on workflow/queue management.
- Researched new vendors and partners to obtain most cost effective pricing for goods, which delivered YOY savings.
- Performed in-depth market research, identified optimal
acquisition strategies, and prepared contracts for approval. - Consulted with external organizations and financial
management analysts to negotiate contract details. - Enhanced team productivity by providing training and mentorship to junior procurement specialists on best practices and industry trends.
- Implemented vendor scorecards as a tool for continuous improvement in supplier performance evaluation.
- Engaged in continuous improvement initiatives to mitigate
business and operational risks. - Negotiated optimal contract terms and conditions to lessen
business risk and maximize financial objectives. - Performed supplier data and contract cleaning activities across multiple entities through the provision of timely, accurate and
complete Data Records. - Consulted with regional and global buying teams, by providing
information & analytical support in alignment with their goals on portfolio management and savings - Ran daily, weekly, monthly as well as quarterly and annual
reports for operations and site performances. - Managed and monitored Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
Procurement Specialist
Dupont
10.2017 - Current
- Responsible for day to day sales order requests/enquiries from Buyers – Agreements, amendments, part numbers updates,
prices changes/verifications for both commodities Direct and
Indirect. - P2P cycle in SAP
- Used SAP to complete weekly Purchase Order Audits of
variances of $50000+ for Global Procurement Regions as an
Internal control measure. - Monitored and executed all transactions according to DuPont's
internal controls and policies. - Working with core suppliers to ensure that deliveries are kept at high levels.
- Worked on Vendor/Employee/Inter Company/Customer addition modification.
- Worked on price and delivery Confirmation from site contacts.
- Provided exceptional customer service to diverse clientele even in high-stress environments.
- Supported the delivery of service levels against KPI targets and
communicated the results to senior leaders and Global
Leadership. - Sustained organization goals by accepting ownership for
accomplishing new and different requests; exploring
opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. - Performed wide range of work requests that were request by
DuPont Buying Team by using multiple Strategies and Supply
Chain Foundations:
1. Expedited delivery of material to make sure suppliers delivered materials within promised delivery time.
2. Managed Invoice Disputes and ensured that payments were
processed on time. - Work on Vendor/Employee/Inter Company/Customer addition
modification. - Support the business by working on extra hours and weekend
when needed. - Performed complex data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and forecast future demands.
- Worked in blocked invoices and process improvement
Education
B. Com (Professional) - Advertising, Sales Management & Sales Promotion
Loyola Acdemy Degree & PG College
Hyderabad, India01-2017
CEC
Sri Aurobindo Bhavans Junior College
Hyderabad, India01-2014
Intermediate - SSC
St.Francis Convent High School
Hyderabad, India01-2012
Skills
- Procurement & Supply Chain: P2P lead, P2P cycle, SCM, Strategic Sourcing, Purchase Management (RFX, RFI, RFQ),
- Indirect Procurement (RM, FG, MRO& PS), P2P Cycle, Inventory Management & Demand Planning, Supplier/Vendor onboarding, Vendor Negotiations, Contract Lifecycle Management Implementation Zycus
- Cost Optimization & Reduction, Supply Chain Process Improvement, Logistics & Material Supply Coordination
- Data & Analysis: KPI Tracking & Reporting, Spend Analysis, Productivity & Gap Analysis, Supply Chain & Procurement Dashboards, Operational Review, Market Research, Market & Spend Analysis
- Tools & Platforms: SAP MM, Zycus, Punchout, Catalogs, MS Excel (Advanced), Power BI, SAAS ALM,PowerPoint (Leadership Presentations)
- Soft & Interpersonal Skills: Global Stakeholder Management (US, EMEA, APAC), Cross-Regional Communication, SOP Development, Team Leadership, Vendor Onboarding, Change Management & Continuous Improvement
Timeline
COE Analyst
International Favors & Fragrance
10.2017 - Current
Senior Procurement Specialist
IFF/ DuPont
10.2017 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Dupont
10.2017 - Current
B. Com (Professional) - Advertising, Sales Management & Sales Promotion
Loyola Acdemy Degree & PG College
CEC
Sri Aurobindo Bhavans Junior College
Intermediate - SSC
St.Francis Convent High School
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