Poonam Gosain
New Delhi
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager / HOD- Membership Dept
Institute Of Directors, India
07.1981 - Current
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and cost savings through the implementation of digital tools and automation.
- Managed a team of procurement professionals, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve organizational goals.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new suppliers and emerging technologies that could enhance company operations or reduce costs.
- Conducted thorough supplier evaluations, selecting vendors based on quality, price, reliability, and commitment to sustainability initiatives.
- Oversaw contract administration activities, including drafting agreements, negotiating terms, managing renewals, and addressing disputes or discrepancies as needed.
Senior Back Office Executive
Legend Surface Developers
03.2007 - 11.2010
- Streamlined back office operations by implementing new processes and procedures.
- Reduced errors in financial transactions by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations.
- Enhanced team productivity with regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Optimized workflow, delegating tasks to appropriate team members based on skills and expertise.
- Maintained accurate records, ensuring easy retrieval and access during audits or internal reviews.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the organization.
- Organized office operations, leading daily activities and controlling correspondence.
- Received purchase orders and processed invoices for payment.
- Maintained inventory for back-office supplies, computers and work-stations.
- Designed and implemented office policies and enforced standards.
- Developed and updated calendars to schedule team and customer meetings.
- Liaised with vendors to plan and schedule services.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Delhi University
New Delhi04.2001
Skills
- Price Negotiation
- New Vendor Setup
- Market Analysis
- Performance Improvement
- E-procurement Systems
- Process Improvement
- Spend Analysis
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Contract Management
- Demand Forecasting
- Team Leadership
- Customer Service
- Purchase Orders
Making New Friends
Making New Friends
Travelling
Timeline
Senior Back Office Executive
Legend Surface Developers
03.2007 - 11.2010
Procurement Manager / HOD- Membership Dept
Institute Of Directors, India
07.1981 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Delhi University
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