DINESH KUMAR D
Bangalore
Summary
Results-oriented Procurement and SAP MM professional with over 4 years of experience in material management and vendor coordination. Expertise in managing end-to-end procurement operations and SAP MM transactions. Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management ensure timely material availability to support business operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Executive
The Printers (Mysore) Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
10.2023 - Current
- Managing the complete procurement process for materials and services, including vendor sourcing, price comparison, negotiation, and order placement.
- Preparing purchase requisitions (PRs) and converting them into purchase orders (POs) in SAP MM as per approved requirements.
- Coordinated with vendors for quotation submissions, delivery follow-ups, and resolution of supply issues to ensure timely procurement.
- Handled CAMC renewals, conducted vendor evaluations, and monitored service levels for air conditioning, printing, and IT equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Prepared comparative statements, procurement summaries, and MIS reports utilizing advanced Excel tools like PivotTables and Power Query to support decision-making.
- Supporting management in cost analysis, negotiation, and vendor development initiatives.
- Liaising with end-users to resolve material-related concerns and streamline workflow between departments.
Operations Procurement
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Bangalore
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed the complete Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle from requisition to payment in SAP MM.
- Processed PRs and POs, monitored order status, and coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies.
- Prepared procurement trackers to improve visibility, monitored vendor performance for compliance, and assisted during internal audits to ensure adherence to policies.
- Handled indirect material procurement and ensured compliance with organizational policies.
- Worked with the finance team to reconcile GR/IR accounts and resolve invoice issues.
Procurement
Alorica India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Supported daily procurement operations by collecting quotations and communicating with vendors to facilitate timely purchasing decisions.
- Assisted in preparing PRs, issuing POs, and updating SAP MM data.
- Coordinated with suppliers to optimize delivery schedules and ensured accurate documentation for receipts.
- Handled GRN posting, maintained purchase records, and supported inventory updates.
- Prepared procurement reports and contributed to enhancing process documentation for improved operational clarity.
Education
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Karnataka01-2023
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
DTE Karnataka
Karnataka05-2015
SSLC -
Karnataka State Board
Karnataka05-2012
Skills
- Procurement & Sourcing: Execution of direct and indirect sourcing events; management of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, RFQs, and source lists
- Procurement Cycles & Reporting: Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement cycles, configuration, and reporting techniques
- Goods Receipt & Invoice Processing: Expertise in GR posting, invoice verification, and GR/IR reconciliation
- Supplier & Contract Management: Supplier evaluation, contract monitoring, and vendor coordination using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Supplier Relationship Management
- ERP & System Expertise: Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA (MM) ; basic exposure to Ariba module
- Documentation & SOPs: Preparation of procurement documentation, SOP creation, and formatting for internal processes and audits
Procure To Pay Process
- Skilled in end-to-end P2P cycle covering requisitioning, purchasing, GR posting, and invoice verification.
- Experienced in vendor coordination, delivery tracking, and payment follow-ups.
- Proficient in GR/IR reconciliation and procurement KPI reporting.
- Strong understanding of approval workflows and audit compliance.
Sap Mm Expertise
- Configuration and maintenance of plant, storage location, and purchasing organization data.
- Creation and management of material and vendor master records.
- Preparation and processing of PRs, RFQs, POs, and contracts.
- Knowledge of pricing procedures, condition records, and release strategies.
- Experience with subcontracting, consignment, and stock-transport orders.
Languages
Kannada , Tamil ,Hindi , English, Kannada, Tamil and Hindi
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Date of Birth: 30 December 1995
- Languages Known: English, Kannada, Tamil, Hindi
- Address: 29/B, 1st Cross, B. Narayanpura, Bangalore – 560016
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Procurement Executive
The Printers (Mysore) Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Operations Procurement
Cognizant Technology Solutions
11.2022 - 09.2023
Procurement
Alorica India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2021 - 11.2022
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
DTE Karnataka
SSLC -
Karnataka State Board