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Naveen Kumar Sadhu

Hyderabad

Summary

Dynamic procurement specialist with a proven track record at Curia, Hetero Labs Limited, and Piramal Healthcare Ltd., adept in strategic sourcing and supplier management. Excelled in contract negotiation, cost reduction, and enhancing supplier performance. Skilled in ERP and procurement analytics, demonstrating a keen ability to streamline processes for improved efficiency and cost savings. Dedicated buyer with a history of overseeing multiple product lines. Offering several years of experience in leading retail operations. Successfully manages diverse purchasing needs in challenging, fast-paced environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Buyer

Curia Global
06.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: Curia Global is U.S based company & Leading Global manufacturer of R&D, CDMO & API's
  • Results-driven procurement professional with 4 years of experience in sourcing, negotiating, and managing direct materials to support manufacturing and production operations
  • Submitting Bid estimations for new projects and providing market data to the end users
  • Skilled in supplier evaluation, cost optimization, and contract negotiation to drive efficiency and cost savings
  • Adept at managing supplier relationships, mitigating risks, and ensuring on-time delivery of quality materials
  • Proficient in ERP systems, procurement analytics, and cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, production, and quality teams
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to achieve cost savings of 10% and improved delivery terms, resulting in increased efficiency and profitability for the company
  • Managed supplier relationships, conducting regular performance reviews and resolving any issues to ensure optimal supplier performance and on-time delivery of goods
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement sourcing strategies, resulting in a 15% reduction in overall procurement costs and improved quality of products and services
  • Curia Global is U.S based company & Leading Global manufacturer of R&D, CDMO & API's

Asst. Manager - Purchase

Hetero Labs Limited
06.2009 - 06.2021
  • Company Overview: Hetero Labs Ltd. is a manufacturer of APIs, biosimilars, and formulations, following CGMP and ICM guidelines and the biggest API producer of ARVs.
  • Procuring raw materials, intermediates & specialty chemicalswith faster turnaround timelines to ensure delivery on time.
  • Liaising with Research & Development team for sourcing materials and maintained vendor qualification documents as per SOP.
  • Preparing the enquiries and securing quotations from the Market.
  • Preparing comparative statements of quotations andNegotiation with suppliers for price, discounts and delivery schedule
  • Releasing Purchase Orders as per requirement.
  • Following-up for delivery of Materials as per schedules mentioned in the Purchase Order
  • Verifying Invoice for price, quantity and Technical Specifications of Materials as per Purchase Order and forward Invoices to Finance Department for payment.
  • Preparation of monthly Reports i.e., pending Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders & Materials
  • Assisting Logistics, Technology Transfer, Production & Commercial Teams and handled all import operations.
  • Handled procurement of Catalysts and job works.

Purchase Executive

Piramal Healthcare Ltd
06.2007 - 06.2009
  • Company Overview: Piramal Healthcare Ltd. is a manufacturer of APIs, intermediates, and bulk drugs, following CGMP and ICM guidelines.
  • It is an ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001, and ISO 18001 certified company, which is a DMF and FDA approved company, and was previously known as Nicholas Piramal India Ltd.

Area Executive

Piramal Glass Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Company Overview: Piramal Glass is an ISO 9001:2000 certified company that manufactures glass vials and bottles for the pharma industry and was previously known as Gujarat Glass Ltd.

Education

Executive Certificate in Negotiation - Supply chain management

Institute For Supply Management
Hyderabad, India
12.2024

Advance Diploma in Material Management - Materials Management

Indian School of Business Management
Hyderabad, India
12.2016

Bachelor's Degree - Bachelor's Degree in Commerce

Osmania University
Hyderabad, India
04.2002

Skills

  • Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management
  • Cost Reduction and Spend analysis
  • Contract Negotiation and Risk Mitigation
  • ERP and Procurement Analytics
  • Inventory and Demand Planning
  • Purchasing strategy and procurement policies

Disclaimer

In view of the above, I request you to be kind enough to give an opportunity to serve in your esteemed organization in the capacity mentioned above, for which act of kindness I shall be very thankful and grateful to you. I hereby declare that the above information and particulars are true and correct to the best of my personal knowledge and belief.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 10/23/82

Timeline

Senior Buyer

Curia Global
06.2021 - Current

Asst. Manager - Purchase

Hetero Labs Limited
06.2009 - 06.2021

Purchase Executive

Piramal Healthcare Ltd
06.2007 - 06.2009

Area Executive

Piramal Glass Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2007

Executive Certificate in Negotiation - Supply chain management

Institute For Supply Management

Advance Diploma in Material Management - Materials Management

Indian School of Business Management

Bachelor's Degree - Bachelor's Degree in Commerce

Osmania University
Naveen Kumar Sadhu