Sandhiya Sri Ravikumar

June 2019 - August 2022: Research Associate, Company Research (Business Information)

• Performed comprehensive research on companies, providing detailed information about the company's operations, finances, investors, shareholders, trading valuations, share price performance, corporate outlook, and recent news of the companies.
• Involved in deciphering, evaluating, and gathering textual data from public and commercial organizations using reliable resources, including websites, databases, documents, government websites/sources, and efficient search engine usage.
• Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
• Increased client satisfaction by providing customized research solutions tailored to their unique business needs.
• Optimized research methodologies through continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing overall process efficiency.

September 2022 - Current: Research Analyst (Vendor Management)

• Worked with third-party vendors to obtain new subscriptions and renewals on behalf of the clients.
• Directly worked with the publishers to help clients gain access to the requested subscriptions and contracts.
• Processed and verified invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Monitored and maintained invoice tracking systems to uphold financial accuracy.
• Conducted regular audits of invoices to ensure timely payments and adherence to company policies.
• Identified and pursued cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, renegotiation, and optimized inventory management.
• Proficient in vendor management systems (VMS) and other relevant software, such as Optimize Spend (OS), and SAP Ariba.