SURYA RAMASAMY

Client: GE Vernova (Steam)

• Expediting the ordered materials by coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines, which also reduces liquidated damages.
• Provide support in forecasting and creating action plans to meet customer requirements by coordinating with the internal stakeholders, suppliers, and material management team.
• Organize periodic meetings with vendors and suppliers to discuss business objectives.
• Effective use of the SAP tool to manage daily order acknowledgments, invoice booking, Goods Receipt booking and PO creation.
• Track the vendors' performance based on their scorecards and rankings, and develop the supply base's ability to consistently improve product quality and on-time delivery.
• Understand queries from suppliers, and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to provide timely clarifications and resolutions to suppliers.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders, such as suppliers, distributors, and customers, to ensure a smooth flow of goods and services.
• Play a critical role in the operational success of procurement, sourcing, and vendor management, focusing on analyzing and troubleshooting issues, and delivering speedy resolutions.

• Managed the procurement process from start to finish, including issuing purchase orders, receiving goods, and resolving any discrepancies.
• Developed project plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure the successful completion of projects.
• Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
• Identified cost saving measures that could be implemented without compromising safety or quality standards during the project life cycle.
• Researched potential new suppliers in order to find the best value for goods and services.
• Developed long-term strategic plans for procuring goods or services at optimal prices.
• Evaluated vendor proposals based on price competitiveness, quality standards, service level agreements and reliability.
• Negotiated with vendors concerning prices, delivery schedules, warranties, and other contractual issues.
• Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
• Effective use of SAP tools to create Purchase Requisition and Purchase Order creation.