Skill development
Sri Harsha Vardhan Kandipalli
Sr Purchase & Operational Manager
Visakhapatnam
Summary
Accomplished Purchase & Operational Manager with a proven track record at Surya Kumari Agencies, enhancing Purchase & Operational efficiency and profitability through strategic procurement and innovative process improvements. Expert in supply chain logistics and staff training, I have successfully mentored teams to exceed performance goals by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and effective negotiation, achieving a high success rate in project delivery and cost savings. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement. Exceptional Operations Manager focused on successful team building, cost-cutting and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Purchase & Operational Manager
Surya Kumari Agencies
Visakhapatnam
04.2024 - Current
- Managed budgets for multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and cost control.
- Mentored staff members on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
- Implemented innovative solutions to address operational challenges, leading to increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution through mediating disputes between team members or departments, facilitating a harmonious work environment..
- Coordinated efforts among various departments to effectively manage resources and meet project deadlines consistently.
- Improved team productivity through effective communication, training, and performance evaluations.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Participated in supplier audits to ensure adherence to quality standards and ethical business practices.
- Supported company growth by ensuring timely procurement of essential materials and resources.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to create timely and accurate purchase orders.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Used Soft to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Monitored global markets trends influencing raw material prices, informing strategic decision-making processes.
- Developed strong communication channels between internal stakeholders and external partners, promoting transparency throughout the procurement lifecycle.
- Increased company profitability by identifying cost-saving opportunities within the purchasing department.
- Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficiency improvements and reducing waste.
Sr Purchase Officer
Avenue Supermarts Ltd. DMart
04.2019 - 04.2024
- Implemented supplier scorecard system to evaluate performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives among vendors.
- Delivered ongoing training programs for junior staff members to enhance their understanding of procurement practices and elevate team performance levels.
- Assisted in development of long-term procurement strategies by providing expert insights regarding industry trends and market dynamics.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key vendors, fostering long-term partnerships and supporting mutual growth objectives.
- Managed procurement budgets effectively, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial constraints.
- Reduced annual expenses by strategically negotiating contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms and conditions.
- Championed sustainable procurement efforts by incorporating environmental considerations into supplier evaluations and contract negotiations.
- Optimized material flow by coordinating logistics activities, including shipment scheduling, transportation planning, and import/export documentation management.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Boosted ecommerce sales by developing and implementing innovative digital marketing strategies.
- Collaborated closely with eCommerce team to ensure consistent product representation across online platforms and brick-and-mortar stores.
- Utilized market knowledge of ecommerce industry, supporting company sales goals and objectives.
- Actively participated in ecommerce conferences, webinars, workshops enhancing knowledge of emerging trends and technologies within field.
Senior Finance & Logistics Executive
Suswadeep Agro Services (P&G)
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Communicated with clients concerning outstanding payments and arranged for rectification.
- Checking of Finance due books and files physically either its matched or not.
- If any new manager takes charge to that branch we will hand over it with zero issues and give clearance for old person who is shifting to new area. If any new manager takes charge to that branch we will hand over it with zero issues and give clearance for old person who is shifting to new area
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to develop and implement financial performance metrics, leading to increased transparency and accountability.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors and service providers, delivering substantial savings in procurement costs.
- Achieved and exceeded revenue goals and KPIs.
- Used Software to coordinate and monitor outgoing and inbound deliveries.
- Managed department inventories to identify unusual activities, excesses and fluctuations.
- Increased efficiency by developing cost-effective rates and reducing order processing costs.
- Conducted regular audits of logistics operations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Worked with internal and external partners to meet customers' complex needs while adhering to state, national and international constraints and guidelines.
Senior Branch Manager
Suswadeep Agro Services (P&G)
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Managed daily operations while maintaining high level of efficiency, productivity, and customer service.
- Built strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop branch-specific goals aligned with company objectives.
- Increased branch profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and optimizing resource allocation.
- Developed and executed strategic growth plans for expanding branch''s market share and client base.
- Created new revenue streams and recruited talented staff for branch offices.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies that contributed to branch revenue growth and higher customer retention rates.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase operational efficiency without compromising on service quality or delivery speed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates by streamlining processes and improving staff training programs.
- Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Launched new training program to boost employee skills and staff retention rate.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
System Executive
Suswadeep Agro Services (P&G)
10.2015 - 09.2016
- Oversaw the successful integration of diverse platforms, facilitating seamless data exchange between disparate systems.
- Generating orders from the Pda’s and handovering the pick list to the branch manager .
- Sale reports will generate from the software and will hand over to the manager .
- Entering the fuel reading in login.
- Achieved significant cost reductions through the consolidation of software licenses and hardware resources.
- Led company-wide system installation, overseeing upgrades to provide minimal interruptions to business continuity.
- Spearheaded cost-saving efforts, transitioning to cloud-based system and virtualization.
- Communicated with third party providers and business channel partners to maintain strong commercial alliances.
- Managed systems infrastructure, overseeing logistical movement to maintain smooth operations and prevent equipment and skill deficits.
- Spoke at industry events and conferences, sharing systems management techniques.
- Managed vendor relationships, effectively negotiating contracts for cost savings and improved service levels.
Education
SSC -
Chapalathi Public School
Visakhapatnam 03.2024 - 03.2024
EEE -
SMT.B.Seetha Polytechnic
Bhimavaram 08.2011 - 05.2024
Skills
Operations Management
Customer Service
Logistics Management
Goal Setting
Business Development
MS Office
Sales Presentations
Warehouse Operations
Performance Management
Negotiation
Supply Chain Management
Vendor Sourcing
Supply chain logistics
Inventory Control
Staff Management
Interests
Creativity
Highlighting management capabilities
Travelling
Timeline
Purchase & Operational Manager
Surya Kumari Agencies
04.2024 - Current
SSC -
Chapalathi Public School
03.2024 - 03.2024
Sr Purchase Officer
Avenue Supermarts Ltd. DMart
04.2019 - 04.2024
Senior Finance & Logistics Executive
Suswadeep Agro Services (P&G)
10.2018 - 04.2019
Senior Branch Manager
Suswadeep Agro Services (P&G)
09.2016 - 10.2018
System Executive
Suswadeep Agro Services (P&G)
10.2015 - 09.2016
EEE -
SMT.B.Seetha Polytechnic
08.2011 - 05.2024
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