Joel Wellington Samuel
Summary
A highly adaptable Process Associate with expertise in procurement and Accounts Payable Helpdesk . Initially worked as a Buyer , managing end-to-end procurement processes, including requisitions, purchase orders, order confirmations, and vendor relationship management. Skilled in creating procurement reports to optimize operations.
Later transitioned to the Accounts Payable Helpdesk , providing essential support for invoice processing , vendor inquiries , payment issues , dispute resolution , and account reconciliation . Proficient in generating reports to ensure timely and accurate financial operations. Known for excellent problem-solving, communication skills, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations while improving overall financial and procurement processes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process associate
GEP Worldwide
06.2023 - Current
- Purchase Requisition & Order Creation: Reviewed Purchase Requisitions in SAP (ME57) and created Purchase Orders in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Change Order Management: Created change orders in SMART by GEP or SAP (ME23N) to match Sales Orders/Quotes received from vendors.
- Vendor Communication & Follow-up: Coordinated with vendors to obtain Purchase Order acknowledgements and ensured on-time delivery of goods and services through regular follow-ups.
- Issue Resolution: Acted as a liaison between client sites and vendors to resolve purchase order-related issues, ensuring smooth procurement operations.
- Strategy Development: Implemented strategies to enhance order processing efficiency, reducing delays and improving delivery timelines.
- Approval Coordination: Managed necessary approvals for Purchase Orders (PO) and ensured they were passed by approvers within company guidelines.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Developed and nurtured strong relationships with suppliers and clients to improve collaboration, resolve issues, and strengthen partnerships.
- Invoice Processing & Payment Coordination: Processed invoices for payment, ensuring they were accurately matched to Purchase Orders and Goods Receipts in the AP system.
- Vendor Payment Inquiries: Acted as a point of contact for vendor inquiries, resolving any discrepancies related to invoice processing, payments, or purchase order issues.
- Payment Follow-ups: Worked with the finance team to ensure timely payments were made, maintaining healthy vendor relationships and ensuring compliance with payment terms.
- Reconciliation Support: Assisted with accounts reconciliation, ensuring that all transactions were accurately recorded, and discrepancies were promptly resolved.
- Report Management: Generated and managed accounts payable reports, including aging reports, payment schedules, and vendor statements to track payment status and monitor procurement expenditures.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting And Finance -
Vidyalankar School of Information Technology
Antop Hill, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400037.03.2023
Higher Secondary Certificate - Commerce
Siddharth College of Arts, Science And Commerce
03.2020
Skills
- Procurement Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Order Management
- ZARC Management
- ERP System (SAP)
- Invoice Processing
- Payment Processing Support
- Dispute and Issue Resolution
- Account Reconciliation
- Report Generation and Analysis
- Problem Solving
- Time Management and Multitasking
Certification
Spot Recognition, 03/01/24, Prestigious spot award at GEP for exceptional talent, dedication, and outstanding contributions. Recognized for optimizing processes and achieving measurable results.
Languages
English
Tamil
Hindi
Marathi
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Cooking
- Hiking
- Photography
- Chess
Organization
GEP Worldwide | Mumbai
Process Associate | June 2023 – Present
- Contributed to procurement and accounts payable operations, managing end-to-end processes including purchase orders, vendor relationships, invoice processing, and payment support.
- Utilized SAP for efficient procurement management, reporting, and order tracking, ensuring smooth financial and procurement operations.
- Focused on improving operational efficiency, resolving vendor issues, and supporting financial reconciliations and report generation.
Timeline
Process associate
GEP Worldwide
06.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Accounting And Finance -
Vidyalankar School of Information Technology
Higher Secondary Certificate - Commerce
Siddharth College of Arts, Science And Commerce