SRUTHI KAKULAPATI
Purchase Associate
Gummidipoondi,TN
Summary
Procurement Executive with more than 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing and vendor management. Expertise in SAP MM, streamlining supply chain workflows, and maintaining procurement compliance. Successfully contributed to operational and R&D procurement efforts. Interested in a long-term role within a global organization to enhance efficiency and leverage procurement skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Purchase Executive
Saint-Gobain (via Tangam Corporation)
05.2025 - Current
- Improved procurement activities for R&D and indirect materials, streamlining overall processes.
- Facilitated vendor code creation, modification, and registration tracking for domestic and essential suppliers.
- Executed advance payment bookings for both domestic and import vendors, improving financial efficiency.
- Maintained project-specific Incoterms aligned with shipment requirements to prevent delays.
- Utilized SAP MM to create Purchase Orders and generate E-Way Bills effectively.
- Led E-Auction initiatives for projects to optimize supplier engagement and pricing.
- Acquired RFQs through online portals, enhancing vendor comparison methodologies.
- Oversaw end-to-end management of FOB shipments to guarantee timely delivery.
Purchase Executive
Neolync Telecommunication
01.2024 - 05.2025
- - Oversaw procurement of telecom-related materials and services.
- - Negotiated with suppliers and ensured timely delivery of goods.
- - Handled PO processing, vendor coordination, and SAP entries.
Junior Engineer - Procurement
Rising Star (Bharat FIH)
03.2021 - 10.2022
- - Executed direct material procurement supporting mobile manufacturing.
- - Managed vendor communications, delivery tracking, and SAP documentation.
- Designed and implemented engineering solutions to enhance product functionality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and improve efficiency.
- Conducted thorough testing and analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
- Assisted in the development of technical documentation and project reports for stakeholder review.
Production Line Leader
Flextronics Technologies Pvt Ltd
09.2018 - 03.2021
- - Led production team, ensured quality output, and maintained 5S standards.
- - Prepared daily production and process reports.
- Led production team to achieve daily output targets and maintained workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure compliance.
Education
B.Tech - Electronics
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU)
01.2018
Skills
SAP MM expertise
Vendor management strategies
Advance payment solutions
Incoterms adherence
Cost-effective inventory control
Microsoft Office applications mastery
Process documentation and improvement
Other Information
- - Willing to relocate: Yes (open to international opportunities including Germany)
- - Notice Period: Immediate/Short (as applicable)
Timeline
Purchase Executive
Saint-Gobain (via Tangam Corporation)
05.2025 - Current
Purchase Executive
Neolync Telecommunication
01.2024 - 05.2025
Junior Engineer - Procurement
Rising Star (Bharat FIH)
03.2021 - 10.2022
Production Line Leader
Flextronics Technologies Pvt Ltd
09.2018 - 03.2021
B.Tech - Electronics
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU)