Rizwana Begum
Bangalore
Summary
Procurement Analyst with extensive experience at Accenture Solutions Pvt. Ltd, specializing in supplier negotiation and data analysis. Proven ability to strengthen vendor relationships and implement cost-saving strategies. Skilled in strategic sourcing and ensuring compliance with industry standards through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Analyst
ACCENTURE Pvt. Ltd
Bangalore
01.2017 - Current
- Coordinating with various suppliers/markets for query resolution and clarification, stakeholder engagement, maintaining proper document, updating invoice log and tracker.
- Assigned & monitored tasks & reconciliations to preparer & reviewers/ approver and followed up to complete the same on / before due date.
- Managed team performance & progress, enforced all company approved policies and ensured company targets & performance standards; ensured that periodic reporting activities (month-end reports & variance analysis) were completed on time.
- Prepared detailed reports on purchase orders, invoices, delivery receipts, contracts, and other related documents.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to establish purchasing criteria and develop sourcing plans.
- Assisted in the preparation of bid packages including scope of work documents and specifications.
- Facilitated negotiations on price, schedule and supplier exceptions to contractual requirements.
- Fostered customer retention by cultivating long-term rapport based on prompt and courteous service.
- Negotiated terms with vendors to ensure competitive prices while maintaining quality standards.
- Analyzed and evaluated supplier performance to identify areas of improvement.
- Identified cost saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives such as consolidation of suppliers.
- Monitored vendor compliance with contractual agreements regarding product quality, quantity, delivery schedules.
- Managed supplier relationships by conducting regular meetings and calls to discuss opportunities for improvement.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Provided support in resolving disputes or discrepancies between vendors and end-users regarding supply issues.
- Evaluated bids from vendors based on pricing accuracy as well as quality assurance requirements.
- Coordinated with other departments such as accounting, legal, logistics and IT to facilitate smooth procurement process.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
- Evaluated vendor proposals based on price competitiveness, quality standards, service level agreements and reliability.
- Resolved discrepancies in invoices and deliveries, ensuring accuracy in billing and inventory.
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Drafted requests for quotes from vendors for comparison shopping purposes.
- Liaised with accounting and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies.
Sourcing Executive
Cushman and Wakefield
Bangalore
12.2014 - 04.2016
- Ensured compliance with corporate purchasing policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
- Assisted in developing Request for Proposal documents for new products or services from existing or potential vendors.
- Represented companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
- Maintained information database related to products and service availability, supplier capabilities and lead times.
- Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
- Managed the sourcing process for a variety of materials, including raw materials, components and finished goods.
- Located vendors of materials, equipment or supplies to conduct interviews, determining product availability and terms of sales.
- Resolved any issues between suppliers and internal stakeholders in an efficient manner.
- Prepared daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports for supervisor review.
- Identified potential suppliers through market research and supplier database searches.
- Utilized computer systems to track shipments and material deliveries.
- Maintained accurate records of supplier performance metrics such as delivery timelines, cost savings, lead times.
- Performed quality control by inspecting materials and disposing of damaged products.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Ordered new materials to prevent shortages and approved delivery details and times.
- Developed relationships with key suppliers and ensured that all contractual obligations were met.
- Collected documentation to assemble new purchase order contract folders.
- Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships and negotiated contracts.
- Coordinated importation of items via ocean and air.
- Provided input into the development of strategic sourcing plans based on current market conditions.
- Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Indian School of Business Management
Bangalore06-2009
Diploma - Business Administration
Indian School of Business Management
Bangalore06-2007
P.U.C - Science
Karnataka Board
Bangalore04-1996
Skills
- Supplier negotiation
- Data analysis
- Procurement reporting
- Sourcing strategies
- Vendor management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Microsoft Excel
- Power Point
- Word
- Power BI
- Gen AI
Accomplishments
- Won Great Start New Joiner Award for Q1 FY23
- Won the Encore Award in Q1 FY24 and H1 FY25 for making significant contributions in the areas of client delight, operational rigor and engagement championship.
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Listening music
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Tamil
- Urdu
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Available and Valid
- Date of Birth: 27 Aug
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
ACCENTURE Pvt. Ltd
01.2017 - Current
Sourcing Executive
Cushman and Wakefield
12.2014 - 04.2016
MBA - Business Administration
Indian School of Business Management
Diploma - Business Administration
Indian School of Business Management
P.U.C - Science
Karnataka Board
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