Karthik Kumar Goud Gundumalla

Procurement Specialist

ABB AS

Tallinn

11.2019 - Current

Managed procurement processes for materials and services at ABB AS.
Collaborated with suppliers on pricing agreement.
Evaluated vendor performance to ensure compliance with company standards.
Worked on Master data governance in vendor opening and maintaining vendor data.
Worked on SAP Ariba in creating vendor qualification.
Developed procurement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency.
Coordinated with internal teams to align procurement needs with project goals.
Streamlined purchasing procedures to enhance operational workflows at ABB AS.
Trained junior staff on procurement policies and best practices in sourcing.
Identified opportunities for process improvement within the procurement cycle.
Collaborated closely with other departments to understand their product requirements and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
Reviewed and updated suppliers' information such as contact details, payment terms, and performance ratings.
Tracked orders and confirmed system lead times, delivery dates and costs.
Maintained records of purchases, pricing, and other important data in company databases.
Managed inventory control, material control, accounting and supply reports.
Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners.
Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines.
Organized periodic meetings with vendors and suppliers to discuss business objectives.
Managed relationships with key suppliers by regularly communicating updates about pricing changes or new products.
Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for purchase orders, invoices, pricing, and reports.
Shortened delivery times by proposing new logistics structures and procedures.