KHUSHBU DESAI
Valsad,GJ
Summary
With nearly 7 years of experience as a Purchase professional with focus on optimizing procurement processes and supplier relationships. Demonstrated ability in negotiating contracts, managing inventory, and reducing costs. Strong team collaborator with results-driven approach and flexibility to adapt to changing needs. Known for analytical thinking, excellent communication, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Grasim Industries- Aditya Birla Group
06.2024 - Current
- Leveraged data-driven decision-making tools to analyze spend trends and identify opportunities for further savings.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers, expanding the company''s vendor network and increasing competitive advantage.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by collaborating with logistics teams on efficient material handling practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve optimal supply chain performance, aligning business goals with procurement strategies.
- Developed and maintained key performance indicators for supplier evaluation, ensuring the highest level of quality and on-time delivery from vendors.
- Reduced order lead times through effective supplier negotiations and strong vendor relationships.
- Evaluated contract bids and proposals to ensure alignment with company needs while maintaining strict adherence to budgets.
- Directed preparation of purchase orders or bid requests to meet material needs for production operations.
- Negotiated contracts to set prices, quality standards and cost-reduction targets for long-term operational success.
- Managed the end-to-end procurement process, from purchase order creation to payment processing, ensuring accurate documentation and timely execution.
- Coordinated product inspections, returns, and replacements with suppliers as needed to maintain quality control standards throughout the supply chain.
- Established effective communication channels with internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment on purchasing requirements and timelines.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices promptly, maintaining accurate financial records.
- Updated purchase records and CRM database to capture correct information and details such as model numbers, warranty expirations and customer details.
- Enhanced transparency in procurement activities by developing standardized documentation templates for use across all departments.
- Improved procurement efficiency by streamlining purchasing processes and implementing strategic sourcing techniques.
- Utilized SAP Software to generate request for quotes and purchase requisitions and created and prepared reports based on data.
- Participated in annual budgeting activities by providing input on expected costs associated with purchasing activities throughout the year.
- Conducting ongoing reconciliations of supplier payments in coordination with the finance/accounts department, and assisting the costing department as needed, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions and cost calculations
- Conducting vendor audits to assess facility and capacity based on company standards, ensuring adherence to quality and compliance requirements
Procurement Officer
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
10.2018 - 06.2024
- Spearheading procurement activities for project and engineering items at Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd., ensuring timely acquisition and delivery of necessary materials
- Gathering quotations from multiple vendors based on user department specifications, facilitating comprehensive comparison and negotiation for optimal rates and quality
- Achieved a 20% reduction in procurement costs through strategic vendor negotiations and the implementation of cost-effective sourcing strategies, resulting in annual savings
- Improved procurement cycle time, streamlining processes and optimizing workflow efficiencies, leading to a increase in on-time project deliveries and enhancing overall project management effectiveness
- Successfully implemented inventory optimization initiatives, reducing excess inventory levels and minimizing stockouts, resulting in improved working capital management and cost savings annually
- Preparing and issuing purchase orders using SAP and EPR Systems after securing appropriate approvals, streamlining procurement processes, and ensuring adherence to organizational protocols
- Tracking and expediting supply processes, managing inspections, and coordinating deliveries to project sites, maintaining efficient supply chain operations
- Developing new suppliers and evaluating existing vendors to align with company objectives, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships, and enhancing procurement options
- Collaborating with stores department for ongoing inventory management, conducting inspections and audits to reduce expenses and prevent stock dumping, thereby optimizing resource utilization
- Negotiating favorable payment terms and contract conditions while upholding a high level of integrity, ensuring equitable agreements that align with company interests
- Maintaining supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation accurately, facilitating easy access to procurement information and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Providing essential support to the Purchase Head by furnishing necessary data and assistance as required, contributing to efficient decision-making processes
- Conducting ongoing reconciliations of supplier payments in coordination with the finance/accounts department, and assisting the costing department as needed, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions and cost calculations
- Conducting vendor audits to assess facility and capacity based on company standards, ensuring adherence to quality and compliance requirements
Support Engineer
Niket Communication & Security System
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Installed and configured Attendance Machines, CCTV Cameras, and wireless devices like routers for seamless integration
- Provided timely online support for Attendance Machines and Surveillance Software, ensuring high customer satisfaction through efficient issue resolution
- Identified and resolved hardware and software issues promptly, minimizing client downtime with strong problem-solving skills
- Conducted thorough testing procedures to ensure optimal performance and reliability of installed systems, maintaining high standards of excellence
- Maintained detailed documentation of installation procedures and support activities, generating regular reports to track issue resolution and recommend system improvements
Education
B.E. - ECE
Laxmi Institute of Technology
Sarigam, Valsad01.2016
Diploma - ECE
V. B. Polytechnic
01.2012
Skills
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Supplier Performance Evaluation
- Contract Negotiation
- Procurement Risk Management
- Budget planning
- Price negotiation
- Competitive bidding
- Supplier relationship management
- Trend analysis
- Compliance management
- Procurement processes
- Inventory planning
Certification
Certification Course on Maintenance and Designing of Automation Systems, 2012
Languages
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Profilesummary
Nearly 7 years of experience targeting a Procurement Officer role in the engineering sector, leveraging expertise in indirect procurement and strategic CAPEX management to enhance operational efficiency and drive cost-effectiveness., Committed to applying industry-specific knowledge to deliver optimal outcomes.
Software
SAP
ERP BASE12
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved a 20% reduction in procurement costs through strategic vendor negotiations and the implementation of cost effective sourcing strategies, resulting in annual savings.
- Improved procurement cycle time, streamlining processes and optimizing workflow efficiencies, leading to a increase in on time project deliveries and enhancing overall project management effectiveness.
- Successfully implemented inventory optimization initiatives, reducing excess inventory levels and minimizing stockouts, resulting in improved working
capital management and cost savings annually.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridQuote
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Timeline
Assistant Manager
Grasim Industries- Aditya Birla Group
06.2024 - Current
Procurement Officer
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
10.2018 - 06.2024
Support Engineer
Niket Communication & Security System
05.2017 - 05.2018
Diploma - ECE
V. B. Polytechnic
Certification Course on Maintenance and Designing of Automation Systems, 2012
B.E. - ECE
Laxmi Institute of Technology
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