Kamlakar Rajaram
Mumbai
Summary
Strategic Analyst specializing in P2P process design, Coupa implementation, and supplier enablement. Led global procurement transformations, enhancing project outcomes and procurement efficiency. Delivered actionable data-driven insights to support global initiatives and foster stakeholder engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Analyst - Business & Insights
Novonesis
Bangalore
05.2022 - Current
- Leading end‑to‑end Coupa functional implementations across Brazil, Argentina, US & Canada, China, Malaysia, Denmark, and India, supporting global procurement transformation initiatives.
- Coordinated with KPMG and Parade Consulting to facilitate successful Coupa implementation across multiple regions.
- Designed and configured end‑to‑end P2P processes including requisitioning, approvals, purchase orders, goods receipt, and supplier enablement, and buying channels.
- Owned catalog strategy and execution, enabling hosted, punchout catalogs and requisition forms to improve guided buying and contract compliance.
- Enabled partnerships with global marketplaces and strategic suppliers, enhancing indirect procurement capabilities.
- Led SIT and UAT cycles, coordinating business users, managing defects, and driving production readiness sign‑off.
- Drove change management and user adoption through effective stakeholder communication, tailored training, and ongoing support.
- Functionally administered Lio System (AI BUY), an AI‑powered search and buying assistant integrated with Coupa.
- Partnered with Procurement, IT, SAP/AP teams, suppliers, and regional stakeholders to deliver process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement.
- Creation and Configuration of value-added reports such as Supplier spend analysis, Category spend analysis, Payment Term Rationalization, Buying Channel Optimization, etc
Supplier enablement Engineer
Alstom
Bangalore
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Working with global Ariba implementation project with procurement transformation team, aligning processes to enhance procurement efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine project design and execution, improving stakeholder engagement.
- Focused on global buying channel strategy through Catalog and punchout implementations in Ariba, optimizing user experience for procurement.
Business Operations Specialist
Teva pharama
Mumbai, Maharashtra
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline business operations processes, improving collaboration and efficiency.
- Analyzed data trends to support operational decision-making and efficiency improvements.
- Developed training materials for new staff on operational procedures and systems.
- Managed project timelines to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Facilitated communication between departments, fostering collaboration and ensuring project alignment.
- Implemented process improvements that optimized workflow and minimized redundancies.
Purchasing Specialist
GEP Solutions pvt ltd
Mumbai, Maharashtra
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed supplier relationships to secure timely procurement of materials, supporting project timelines.
- Analyzed market trends to uncover cost-saving opportunities, enhancing purchasing strategy.
- Coordinated with internal teams to align purchasing needs with project requirements, facilitating seamless operations.
- Analyzed trends in pricing for different items over time periods.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to select optimal suppliers for various products.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing with suppliers.
Graduate Trainee Engineer
Uniklinger Ltd
Mumbai, Maharashtra
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Delivered technical product demonstrations to clients and stakeholders, enhancing product understanding and engagement.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop customized solutions, addressing specific customer needs and improving satisfaction.
- Developed detailed technical documentation, facilitating product comprehension and user adoption.
- Participated in industry events to promote products and network with potential clients.
- Built strong relationships with clients to ensure ongoing satisfaction and loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
ICEM, Pune
Pune, Maharashtra06-2016
Skills
- P2P process design
- Coupa implementation
- Supplier enablement
- Spend analysis
- Report creation
- Global procurement strategy
- Buying Channel Optimization
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Native
Native
Certification
Coupa P2P Admin
Timeline
Analyst - Business & Insights
Novonesis
05.2022 - Current
Supplier enablement Engineer
Alstom
03.2022 - 04.2022
Business Operations Specialist
Teva pharama
03.2020 - 03.2022
Purchasing Specialist
GEP Solutions pvt ltd
03.2017 - 03.2020
Graduate Trainee Engineer
Uniklinger Ltd
10.2016 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
ICEM, Pune