Kishore Kumar P
Biomedical Manager
Chennai,Tamil Nadu
Summary
Hardworking and motivated Manager with 8+ years of experience and record of success in Healthcare sector and Supply Chain Management. Solid history in procurement, balancing team performance, business objectives and service maintenance. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures. Decisive leader with good planning and organizational skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - Biomedical SCM & Purchase
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
Chennai
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Procure to Pay (P2P) activities such as RFQ, New Buy, MRP, Order management, AP challenges, RTV - reverse logistics etc.,
- Assisted in developing new methods for data collection and analysis techniques.
- Implemented policies and procedures for effective management of the purchasing process.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Analyzed market trends to determine appropriate purchasing strategies.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Created and calculated purchase orders to follow price quotes and reductions.
- Created detailed specifications for requested items prior to issuing purchase orders.
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Conducted regular vendor performance reviews to ensure quality standards were met.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for branch requirements to save cost of CAPEX.
- Evaluated proposals from vendors on a regular basis to ensure cost effectiveness.
- Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required by Finance team.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective products or late deliveries.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Analyzed market and delivery systems to determine present and future material availability.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as operations managers and finance teams.
- Formulated and implemented annual purchasing plans with AMC & CMC contracts, covering OEM’s equipment & OPEX.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
- Performed annual reviews of existing contracts with suppliers to identify additional savings opportunities.
- Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to budgeted master data.
- Collected actual cost spent on budgeted data and created spreadsheets detailing trends.
- Participated in Ophthalmic conferences to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Cultivated new vendor relationships using dynamic communication and negotiation skills.
- Led department meetings to build team cohesiveness and coordinate new projects.
- Established training programs with OEM's.
- Closely monitor Zoho-Manage Engine tool to prioritize and assign the service request from Branch Centre Heads to Engineers.
- Recruited and interviewed highly qualified engineers to fill vacancies.
Deputy Manager
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
Chennai
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
- Designed supply chains to support business strategies adapted to changing market conditions, new business opportunities or cost reduction strategies.
- Analyzed supply chain data such as demand forecasts and inventory levels to identify areas of improvement.
- Enhanced supply chain processes, strengthening planning procedures, organizing schedules and maintaining records.
- Effectively coordinating with vendor in timely manner and created inventory control at branches and negotiating commercially for better market prices and on time procurement.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing supply chain procedures to identify opportunities for streamlining operations.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics such as quality, cost, lead time, and delivery accuracy.
- Identified potential suppliers and negotiated contracts that met the company's needs in terms of pricing, quality, service level agreements.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions within the supply chain system.
- Evaluate and provide suggestion to optimize setup for new hospital projects for Bio-Medical department requirements also collaborating with other teams (Project, IT, Finance, SCM etc.,) during the project development.
- Created reports summarizing supply chain operations such as inventory levels of assets.
- Warehouse operations including receiving, storage, packing, unpacking, shipping, receiving functions for Overseas projects.
Assistant Manager
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
Chennai
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Identified cost-saving measures that could be implemented without compromising quality standards.
- Communicated regularly with branches to gain insights into their needs.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Coached team members and delivered constructive feedback to promote better productivity and build confidence.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
Senior Executive
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
Chennai
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Developed and implemented engineering solutions to improve operational efficiency.
- Researched, evaluated, and proposed new technologies to increase system performance.
- Provided technical guidance to Biomedical teams.
- Performed equipment inspections and kept detailed records.
- Created accurate new project specifications, documenting in technical manuals.
- Analyzed design or requirement information for equipment or systems.
- Calibrated scientific or technical equipment.
- Advised user on use of products and safety features.
- Facilitated communication between engineers, managers, doctors, centre heads and vendors.
- Conducted feasibility studies of existing processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Created detailed troubleshooting list from service manual documents, specifications, and test plans for Biomedical equipment when on downtime.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in all engineering operations.
- Provided support in troubleshooting complex problems related to hardware and software issues.
- Performed root cause analysis of system failures and recommended corrective actions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in engineering.
- Coordinated activities across multiple departments to ensure successful project completion.
- Implemented effective cost control measures while maintaining high quality standards.
- Collaborated with other departments to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Scheduled engineers for specific parts of new projects and mergers & acquisition.
- Studied projects already in place before implementing new ones.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
- Prepared estimates and budgets.
- Fulfilled Purchasing orders by planning, budgeting and coordinating projects.
Consultant - Biomedical
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
Chennai
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in developing and implementing different workflows and communication processes.
- Facilitated workshops with cross-functional teams to review current practices related to innovation and growth opportunities.
- Developed and implemented customized strategies to meet branch needs.
- Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices for efficiency enhancement purposes.
- Participated in training and managing new hires to bring new team members up to speed.
- Applied techniques to analyze requirements, system capabilities and workflows.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Junior Executive
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
Chennai
07.2016 - 04.2017
- Resourceful in diagnosing the faults, rectification, planning & scheduling effective maintenance schedule for enhancing systems.
- Troubleshooting of biomedical equipment's technically on component level.
- Consulted with OEM’s engineering personnel to resolve unusual problems in system operation and maintenance.
- Maintained and completed accurate service records and followed all safety requirements as well as ensured patient and staff safety from electrical and mechanical hazards.
Bio-Medical Trainee
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
Chennai
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Maintenance and troubleshooting of biomedical equipment’s clinically as well as technically on component level.
- Diagnosed electrical and electronic equipment problems and determined repair and modification work.
- Completed repairs by adjusting, calibrating, modifying, repairing, replacing and rewiring.
- Handling technical & operational activities of installing biomedical equipment’s.
Education
MBA - Operations Management
Anna University
Chennai05.2020
B.E - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
Easwari Engineering College, Anna University
Chennai05.2014
Diploma - Electronics And Communication Engineering
Agarwal'sAgarwal'sAgarwal'sAgarwal'sAgarwal'sAgarwal'sAgarwal'sSairam Polytechnic College
Chennai05.2011
Skills
- Biomedical Engineering
- Procurement - Purchasing
- Price Negotiation Skills
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Process Enhancement
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Reporting
- Inventory Control
- Stakeholder Management
- Quality Assurance
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
- Managed around 140+ Hospitals all over India and 16 Overseas Hospitals in Biomedical & Purchase department.
- Leading a high performing team of 19 service engineers in India & 6 Overseas service engineers.
- Negotiated equipment's, spares price with vendors and maintained same terms since 2021.
- Increased credit periods for vendors payment.
- Effectively managed risks, such as ensuring a stable supply of critical materials or navigating disruptions.
- Planning effective budget for Financial Year of CAPEX & OPEX for medical equipment's and appreciated by Leadership team.
- Effectively controlled & managed admin cost via AMC, CMC & in-house and external services.
- Managing maintenance of equipment records as per NABH & ISO standards.
- Organizing Wet Lab & Stall in International Conference -IIRSI & RETICON.
Technical Skills
- ERP tools: Oracle - NetSuite, Ideamed
- Zoho - Manage Engine
- Data analysis
- Bio Medical equipment's maintenance
- Components level servicing
- MS Office - Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Manager - Biomedical SCM & Purchase
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
04.2022 - 07.2023
Deputy Manager
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
04.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Manager
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2021
Senior Executive
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
01.2018 - 02.2021
Consultant - Biomedical
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
06.2017 - 12.2017
Junior Executive
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
07.2016 - 04.2017
Bio-Medical Trainee
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital
04.2015 - 06.2016
MBA - Operations Management
Anna University
B.E - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
Easwari Engineering College, Anna University
Diploma - Electronics And Communication Engineering
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