SAP (MM & SD Module)
Kishorekumar U
Erode
Summary
Accomplished Sourcing Supervisor with 6+ years of expertise in CAPEX procurement, direct and indirect sourcing, and end-to-end supply chain operations. Proven track record in cost optimization, vendor negotiations, and generating measurable cash flow improvements across multiple commodities. Highly proficient in supplier relationship management, conducting regular vendor audits, and driving performance through DPM and OTD-based assessments. Specialized in complex logistics processes, including vessel chartering, customs clearance, and SAP-based procurement and inventory management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Supervisor
Hi-P India Technology Private Limited
06.2024 - Current
- Manages the complete procurement cycle, from converting purchase requisitions to purchase orders (PR to PO) to handling open and past-due orders.
- Identifies and evaluates reliable suppliers and negotiates contract terms, including price and delivery schedules.
- Handling multiple project’s supply chain activities simultaneously with the focus of fulfilling technical & commercial aspects and respective project timeline requirements.
- Generating cost savings to the company across the projects being handled through commercial negotiations in multiple commodities.
- Identifying critical supplies across projects & arriving contingency plan to ensure smooth progress in the project.
- Arriving expedition plans for ensuring the cost booking targets in return to generate cash flow to the company.
- Presenting weekly updates & monthly executive level slides on the supply chain progress, risks, challenges & opportunities across respective projects.
- Closely working with all the stakeholders/CFT for seamless execution of projects.
- Develops and implements sourcing strategies that align with business goals and ensures all activities meet quality standards and budget requirements.
- Ensures procurement is cost-effective and efficient, regularly reviewing vendor pricing and contract terms.
- To understand the new part/product in techno-commercial aspects and work out to propose BOM cost using costing techniques like PPCE/Zero base costing inline to market price trends.
- Have to establish a healthy supply chain with proper sources/suppliers for the new part/product.
- Identify potential domestic vendors & develop as a part of indigenization leading to direct cost saving to the company.
- Improve vendor’s systems, delivery performance & quality performance, through periodic audits and assessment to mitigate risk and align vendor inline to company’s requirements
- Manages the full supplier approval process, from the management assessment audit to final approval for mass production.
- Takes charge of the complete supplier claim handling cycle for quality issues.
- Conducts monthly review meetings with suppliers to evaluate performance based on DPM (Defects Per Million) and OTD (On-Time Delivery) levels.
- Performs regular supplier audits to monitor systems and processes.
- Works closely with engineering, production, quality control, and finance teams to manage specifications, budgets, and payment schedules.
Executive – Sourcing & Procurement
OPG Power Generation
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Managed plant-wide stock and inventory operations.
- Optimized logistics costs and implemented process improvements.
- Coordinated with vendors and miners for coal procurement from multiple global sources.
- Handled contract preparation and execution for coal purchase agreements.
- Oversaw vessel chartering for coal transportation and ensured smooth port operations.
- Managed customs clearance processes, including CIMS, IGM, Bill of Entry filing, and duty payments.
- Review MRP to ensure timely issuance of POs and material receipt to meet weekly plan & monthly sales targets.
- Responsible for Supply Chain metrics, performance and root cause countermeasures, Supplier OTD, Goods In Transit and Raw Material Inventory, Slow and Non-Moving Stock, Net Value accuracy, RIO Rate and Suppliers average lead time and ordering parameters for assigned suppliers.
- Responsible for the Inventory value of respective working module, thus have to maintain proper balance between Inventory & ordering parameters like Safety stock, MOQ & Lead time.
- To take initiatives in salvaging inventory thru Safety stock reduction, MOQ & lead time by proper planning, supplier relocation, dynamic supplier approach, VMI & other tools.
- Created purchase orders and purchase requests in SAP for coal procurement.
Engineer Plant Operations
Bhadreshwar Vidyut Pvt Ltd
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Coordinated with field operators to ensure seamless plant operations.
- Managed the operation of boiler and turbine auxiliaries to maintain efficiency.
- Maintained plant operations in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Responded effectively to emergency situations and plant trips.
Graduate Trainee – Power Plant Operations
GITA Power & Infrastructure Pvt Ltd
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Operated and maintained boiler and turbine auxiliary systems.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting of critical equipment.
- Responded swiftly to equipment failures and emergency situations.
- Prepared equipment-wise operational reports for each shift.
- Managed work permit issuance using SAP.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Knowledge Institute of Technology
06-2016
Skills
- Global Sourcing
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor/Supplier Negotiation
- Vendor Assessment
- Strategic Sourcing
- Import/Export Operations
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Supplier Performance Monitoring
- Supplier Audit
- Inventory Management
- Material Availability Analysis
- Procurement Planning
- Logistics Cost Optimization
- Vessel Chartering
- Strategic sourcing
- Global sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Cost analysis
- Logistics management
- Raw material purchasing
- Negotiation expertise
- Supply base development
- Supplier performance
- Cost reduction strategies
- Cost reduction initiatives
- Global sourcing strategies
- Supply chain optimization
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management: Develops and implements sourcing strategies, conducts supplier evaluations, and maintains long-term vendor relationships to optimize supply base performance and service continuity.
- Cost Optimization & Spend Analysis: Identifies savings opportunities and drives value by applying spend analysis and procurement strategies that reduce costs and improve organizational profitability.
- Procurement & Inventory Management: Streamlines material procurement processes, builds supplier relationships, and manages systems for effective inventory control to ensure cost savings and uninterrupted production targets.
- Sourcing & Procurement: Designs and executes global purchasing strategies, evaluates and negotiates supply arrangements across regions, and configures supply chains to minimize costs and risks while maximizing performance.
- Vendor Development: Builds strategic partnerships with domestic and global suppliers, manages cost, delivery, and quality parameters, and regularly evaluates vendor performance to ensure adherence to company standards and specifications
Software
MS-Office
Disclaimer
I hereby assure that the above-mentioned information is correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Sourcing Supervisor
Hi-P India Technology Private Limited
06.2024 - Current
Executive – Sourcing & Procurement
OPG Power Generation
12.2021 - 06.2024
Engineer Plant Operations
Bhadreshwar Vidyut Pvt Ltd
02.2021 - 11.2021
Graduate Trainee – Power Plant Operations
GITA Power & Infrastructure Pvt Ltd
07.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Knowledge Institute of Technology
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