Rajkumar Kodeti
Tirupati
Summary
Seasoned Purchase Manager with 13 years of reliable experience sourcing goods, materials and services to meet operating goals. Manages cost-effective supply chain strategies and vendor negotiations to align with production schedules, customer requirements and continuity expectations. Develops and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders for optimal performance attainment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchase Manager
Rockman Industries Limited
01.2023 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
- Recorded price histories, vendor relationship issues and purchasing document terms.
- Facilitated continuous improvement within the purchasing department by regularly reviewing processes and practices for potential enhancements.
- Managed, coached and developed high-performing buyers to meet objectives, deliver results, and add value to purchasing department.
- Managed a team of purchasing professionals, providing guidance and support for their development.
- Coordinated logistics activities related to transportation, shipping, and warehousing of purchased goods.
- Reduced order lead times by working closely with suppliers to expedite shipments when necessary.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to improve communication and collaboration.
- Streamlined vendor payment process by collaborating with finance department on invoice reconciliation efforts.
- Trained purchasing team to assess vendor capabilities, develop sources and evaluate vendor performance.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting of procurement costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on new product launches, coordinating purchasing activities accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout all purchasing activities.
Deputy Purchase Manager
Shirdi Sai Electricals Ltd
08.2018 - 01.2023
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
Purchase Assistant Manager
Toshiba Transmission and Distribution Systems
12.2013 - 08.2018
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving cash flow management for the organization.
- Ensured regulatory compliance throughout all stages of the procurement process, reducing potential legal risks associated with non-compliance issues.
- Reduced order lead times through effective supplier negotiations and strong vendor relationships.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by collaborating with logistics teams on efficient material handling practices.
Industrial Engineer
Vijai Electricals Ltd
09.2010 - 12.2013
- Identified problems and recommended new processes to improve performance and reduce costs.
- Conducted time studies for various manufacturing processes, optimizing workstations and reducing cycle times.
- Enhanced overall operational efficiency through redesigning workflow and layout of production lines.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, identifying inefficiencies in existing systems and processes.
- Conducted time study using work measurement tools to validate accuracy of labor standard time.
- Increased production capacity to meet growing market demands, upgrading equipment, and streamlining processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Sasi Institute of Technology And Engineering
Tadepalligudem, India03.2010
Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Sustainable procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier negotiation
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Purchase Manager
Rockman Industries Limited
01.2023 - Current
Deputy Purchase Manager
Shirdi Sai Electricals Ltd
08.2018 - 01.2023
Purchase Assistant Manager
Toshiba Transmission and Distribution Systems
12.2013 - 08.2018
Industrial Engineer
Vijai Electricals Ltd
09.2010 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Sasi Institute of Technology And Engineering
Similar Profiles
RAVI ZALARAVI ZALA
Site Head - Administration at Adani Infra India Limted- Mundra( Mundra Petrochem Limited)Site Head - Administration at Adani Infra India Limted- Mundra( Mundra Petrochem Limited)
Suman SasmalSuman Sasmal
Maintenance Engineer at Rockman Industries LtdMaintenance Engineer at Rockman Industries Ltd
Mohit TyagiMohit Tyagi
CAPEX Lead – CAPEX, NPD, AMC’s & IT at Rockman Industries Pvt. Ltd. (Hero Group Company)CAPEX Lead – CAPEX, NPD, AMC’s & IT at Rockman Industries Pvt. Ltd. (Hero Group Company)