SRIRAM V
Category Head - Supply Chain Management
Thiruvanmiyur
Summary
Accomplished Supply Chain Professional with over 8 years of experience and recognition as the youngest category head in L&T managing over ₹3000 Crores in bulk materials procurement (DI, MS, and HDPE pipes). Expertise in vendor management, procurement, and strategic planning, complemented by a silver medal in the Executive Management Program at IIM Ahmedabad. Proven ability to establish and nurture vendor relationships, optimize operational efficiency, and implement cost-effective solutions. Recognized for strategic acumen and a results-driven approach, I am eager to leverage my extensive experience and advanced management training to drive value and align with the goals of a reputable international organization. Seeking a challenging role to contribute to and grow with a forward-thinking company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
GET to Asst Manager (GET, O1, O2, M1A) - Supply Chain Management – WET IC
Larsen & Toubro – Water Effluent Treatment IC
2016.07 - 2022.12
- Buyer In charge for DI pipes procurement for all Water Projects with a proven track record of achieving double digit savings in 5 continuous years.
- Part of EXIM team which handles imports and export procurements for Water Projects
- Lead Buyer for the first water TBM procured by L&T
- Camped at various DI/HDPE Pipe plants across the country for long durations and assisted in enhancing the operating capacity of a major factory in eastern India by optimal planning and eliminating various redundant processes that had an impact on production and quality
- In charge of MIS for SCM function.
Covenanted Manager (M1B & M1C) – Category Head – DI, MS & HDPE Pipes (Bulk Materials) Procurement
Larsen & Toubro – Water & Effluent Treatment IC
- Current
- Currently, Leading the pipes & fittings supply chain team (DI/MS/HDPE/GRP) of Water & Wastewater SBG
- Handling volumes of over 3000 + Crs.
- With end-to-end responsibility from ordering within the stipulated budget to ensuring timely delivery of materials to project sites
- Procurement In charge for prestigious AMAALA project (Red Sea Development - Saudi Arabia) – Handling all Pipes & Electromechanical procurement for the project
- In charge of procurement and supply planning of all Pipes for domestic & international projects of L&T – Water IC
- Identified and nurtured new vendors in the metal & plastics pipes segment, who have gone onto become reliable partners
- Part of key strategic committees which evaluates and makes key decisions related to pretender tie-ups.
Education
Executive MBA -
IIM Ahmedabad
B-Tech - Mechanical Eng. -
SRM Institute of Science And Technology, Chennai
XII - undefined
Sri Sankara Sr Secondary School, Chennai
X - undefined
AETHS CBSE School, Coimbatore
Skills
Strategic Thinking and Planning
Analytical and Data-Driven Decision Making
Networking Skills
Leadership and Team Management
Financial Acumen
Strong Negotiator
Fathername
R. Venkatraman
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/02/1995
Languages
Tamil
English
Hindi
Timeline
GET to Asst Manager (GET, O1, O2, M1A) - Supply Chain Management – WET IC
Larsen & Toubro – Water Effluent Treatment IC
2016.07 - 2022.12
Covenanted Manager (M1B & M1C) – Category Head – DI, MS & HDPE Pipes (Bulk Materials) Procurement
Larsen & Toubro – Water & Effluent Treatment IC
- Current
Executive MBA -
IIM Ahmedabad
B-Tech - Mechanical Eng. -
SRM Institute of Science And Technology, Chennai
XII - undefined
Sri Sankara Sr Secondary School, Chennai
X - undefined
AETHS CBSE School, Coimbatore
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