Hi, I’m
Ravinder Kumar
Senior Manager - Commercial | Procurement | Supply Chain
Delhi
Summary
Senior Commercial and Supply Chain Leader with 12+ years of experience across education, e-commerce, logistics, and large-scale procurement operations. Proven expertise in pan-India procurement, warehouse & distribution management, vendor negotiations, CAPEX/OPEX control, and team leadership. Successfully led high-value portfolios (₹100+ Cr), managed complex multi-vendor ecosystems, and driven operational efficiency at scale. Rejoined current organization after a regional restructuring in a strategic re-entry role; now seeking Senior Manager–aligned opportunities with broader leadership impact.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Aakash Educational Services Ltd.
Deputy Manager – Commercial (Senior Manager–Level Responsibilities)
03.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Lead end-to-end procurement and distribution for Courseware (books & uniforms) across pan-India Aakash centers.
- Manage 4 direct and 300+ indirect resources, including procurement, logistics, and vendor operations teams.
- Oversee sourcing, printing, publishing, and nationwide distribution, ensuring on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and quality compliance.
- Partner with Academic, Finance, and Logistics teams to align procurement strategy with academic calendars and business priorities.
- Strengthened vendor SLAs, improved fulfillment timelines, and streamlined distribution to remote and high-volume locations.
- Scope, scale, and ownership aligned to Senior Manager level.
Aakash Educational Services Ltd.
Senior Manager – Commercial
04.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Headed the Commercial & Procurement function for 320+ branches across India.
- Managed an annual procurement budget of ₹110 Cr, delivering cost optimization through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
- Led procurement across multiple categories: Books & Uniforms, Printing & Stationery, IT Hardware & Accessories, Furniture & Infrastructure, DG Rental, AMC contracts (AC, RO, Lifts, Utilities).
- Designed and implemented procurement policies and SOPs using SAP & Ariba, improving governance and data visibility.
- Ensured regulatory and financial compliance while partnering with cross-functional leadership teams.
- Collaborated with Marketing teams to manage internal and external branding initiatives across India.
L&T EduTech (Larsen & Toubro Group)
Lead – Procurement, Administration & Facilities
11.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Owned end-to-end procurement and administration for L&T EduTech operations.
- Developed and rolled out Procurement & Administration Policies, standardizing sourcing, vendor management, and approvals.
- Delivered cost optimization while ensuring transparency, compliance, and scalability.
- Oversaw facility management and administrative operations, optimizing resource utilization.
Sorting Hat Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Unacademy)
Associate Manager – Administration & Procurement
08.2020 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Led procurement and supply chain operations for educational products and infrastructure.
- Managed pan-India procurement and distribution of books from leading publishers.
- Reduced logistics turnaround time by 40–50% through improved hub coordination and vendor optimization.
- Negotiated bulk contracts and implemented procurement best practices, generating significant cost savings.
- Handled IT hardware, office infrastructure, printing, stationery, and learning materials.
K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd.
Manager – Purchase & Supply Chain
11.2018 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Led CAPEX & OPEX procurement for 35+ branches across India.
- Managed sourcing for books, uniforms, IT equipment, furniture, infrastructure, and facility supplies.
- Successfully executed last-minute pan-India NCERT book procurement for 50+ schools under tight timelines.
- Worked with major publishers including Pearson, McGraw Hill, Scholastic, Thomson, Repro, Manipal Group, etc.
- Headed the entire Source-to-Pay (S2P) cycle: vendor onboarding, RFQs, negotiations, contracting, POs, GRNs, and payments.
- Led and mentored a team of 4 procurement professionals.
Voonik Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Manager – Sourcing & Quality Assurance
06.2018 - 11.2018
Job overview
- Led sourcing and vendor development for private-label footwear and women’s ethnic wear.
- Built supplier networks across major manufacturing hubs in India.
- Oversaw product development, quality assurance, and inventory planning.
Flipkart India Pvt. Ltd.
Vendor Consultant
06.2013 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Managed vendor onboarding, performance optimization, and marketplace operations.
- Advised sellers on pricing, fulfillment, and policy compliance.
- Conducted market and competitor analysis to improve vendor performance.
Education
Amity Business SchoolNoida
MBA from Entrepreneurship & Marketing
Skills
Leadership
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Pan-India Procurement & Commercial Operations
- End-to-End Supply Chain & Distribution
- CAPEX / OPEX Budget Management
- Vendor Development & Contract Negotiation
- Warehouse Setup & Logistics Optimization
- ERP / SAP / Ariba / WMS Implementation
- Policy Development & Process Automation
- Cross-Functional & People Leadership
Timeline
Deputy Manager – Commercial (Senior Manager–Level Responsibilities)
Aakash Educational Services Ltd.
03.2025 - Current
Senior Manager – Commercial
Aakash Educational Services Ltd.
04.2022 - 12.2022
Lead – Procurement, Administration & Facilities
L&T EduTech (Larsen & Toubro Group)
11.2021 - 04.2022
Associate Manager – Administration & Procurement
Sorting Hat Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Unacademy)
08.2020 - 10.2021
Manager – Purchase & Supply Chain
K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2018 - 08.2020
Manager – Sourcing & Quality Assurance
Voonik Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
06.2018 - 11.2018
Vendor Consultant
Flipkart India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2013 - 06.2016
Amity Business School
MBA from Entrepreneurship & Marketing