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Preethish Sai Kureti

Hyderabad

Summary

Dynamic Procurement Consultant with a proven track record at Virtusa, achieving 10–15% cost savings through strategic sourcing and supplier management. Expert in contract lifecycle management and cross-functional collaboration, driving process optimization and enhancing vendor performance. Adept at leveraging data analytics to inform procurement strategies and foster stakeholder engagement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement Consultant

Virtusa
Hyderabad
09.2022 - 02.2025
  • Executed end-to-end sourcing activities, including drafting RFPs and managing e-auctions.
  • Achieved 10–15% average cost savings as sourcing lead for IT and professional services categories.
  • Conducted market analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify new supply opportunities.
  • Developed Statements of Work (SOWs), contract amendments, and SaaS agreements in compliance with standards.
  • Handled vendor onboarding, compliance verification, and supplier due diligence processes.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategy with project objectives.
  • Maintained accurate procurement documentation for audits and process transparency.
  • Researched potential suppliers through online databases, industry contacts, trade publications.
  • Reviewed and analyzed client procurement policies and procedures to identify areas of improvement.
  • Provided training sessions on effective procurement methods for staff members.
  • Provided guidance to clients on best practices in sourcing and procurement.
  • Performed regular reviews of existing contracts for renewal or renegotiation purposes.
  • Created reports summarizing supplier performance metrics such as lead times, order fill rates .

Management Trainee – Procurement Operations

Genpact
Hyderabad
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Directed a 6-member team in Purchase Order confirmation and stock transfer processes.
  • Streamlined sourcing efforts by validating supplier quotes and coordinating purchase confirmations.
  • Clarified specifications, pricing, and delivery timelines through effective supplier interaction.
  • Conducted training sessions to standardize procurement practices and enhance compliance awareness.
  • Proposed process improvements that decreased Purchase Order cycle time by 20%.
  • Enhanced communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure order accuracy and fulfillment.
  • Monitored inventory levels and adjusted purchasing plans accordingly.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities.

Procurement Consultant

EP Soft Technologies
Hyderabad
11.2019 - 05.2020
  • Managed SAP Ariba-based PO creation and modifications across multiple business units.
  • Conducted sourcing data analysis and generated actionable insights from open and project-specific purchase orders.
  • Negotiated with vendors to improve cost, lead time, and service quality metrics.
  • Maintained and audited procurement databases to ensure data integrity and contract compliance.
  • Spearheaded supplier performance evaluations, and supported the resolution of delivery or quality issues.
  • Conducted audits of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
  • Conducted cost analysis to ensure that goods were purchased at the most competitive price.

Procurement Specialist

E.I. DuPont
Hyderabad
12.2016 - 08.2019
  • Managed contract novations and tolling agreements for global DuPont and Dow transition activities.
  • Coordinated Framework Order cleanups to ensure accurate processing of POs.
  • Conducted vendor onboarding to ensure compliance with corporate ethics and sustainability guidelines.
  • Assisted in vendor negotiations, achieving long-term value agreements across engineering and indirect spend categories.
  • Localized sourcing of raw materials, reducing procurement costs and enhancing supply chain resilience.
  • Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to understand their product requirements and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for the purchase of required materials and services.
  • Developed strategies for procuring goods and services at the most cost-effective prices.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to procurement activities.

Education

MBA - Operations Management

Gitam University
Visakhapatnam
06.2021

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering

Karnataka State Open University
04.2015

Intermediate - MPC

Gandhi Junior College
Ramagundam
05.2011

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) -

Krishnaveni Talent School
Nalgonda
05.2009

Skills

  • Strategic sourcing and spend analysis
  • Contract lifecycle management
  • Supplier onboarding and risk assessment
  • SAP Ariba and procurement tools
  • Market intelligence and benchmarking
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Procurement policy compliance
  • Stakeholder engagement and communication
  • Vendor performance management
  • Cost reduction and value engineering
  • Data analytics and reporting
  • Project coordination and process optimization
  • Cost analysis
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Market analysis
  • Vendor onboarding

Timeline

Procurement Consultant

Virtusa
09.2022 - 02.2025

Management Trainee – Procurement Operations

Genpact
02.2021 - 07.2022

Procurement Consultant

EP Soft Technologies
11.2019 - 05.2020

Procurement Specialist

E.I. DuPont
12.2016 - 08.2019

MBA - Operations Management

Gitam University

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering

Karnataka State Open University

Intermediate - MPC

Gandhi Junior College

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) -

Krishnaveni Talent School

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