Vidya Prakash S
Trivandrum
Summary
Results-driven Procurement and Marketing professional with over 7+ years of experience in Public Procurement and Marketing Management. Proven track record in adhering to established policies and procedures while driving successful procurement strategies and marketing campaigns. Skilled in optimizing processes, fostering relationships, and delivering measurable results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager (RS-Procurement & Stores)
Chennai Metro Rail Ltd
Chennai
04.2024 - Current
- Handling of Rolling Stock Project tenders have values more than 4000 Cr.
- Overall In charge of Rolling Stock Procurement and Stores of CMRL Maintenance Division
- Project Manager for Retro fitment of LCD DRM displays and Anti-Drag Feature in CMRL trains
- Exhibiting in vendor development programs
- Training of vendors during development program by representing CMRL.
- Expert in preparation of Tender document and tender management.
- Hands on experience in complete GeM procurement (Direct and Bidding)
- Knowledge of public procurement policy, GFR, Govt guidelines and Procurement Manuals
- Identification and implementation of cost reduction initiatives
- Handling IT, Rolling Stock, Signaling, Civil Track, E&M and other departmental goods, works and services procurement
- Hands on experience in Enterprise Resource Planning software; SAP
- Experience in Codification of materials and implementation of inventory management process in SAP
- Management of stores activities (Goods receipts, Cycle counting, Inventory Management)
- Disposal of Scrap through Auction
Asst. Engineer (Materials Management & Marketing)
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd
Ernakulam
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed vendor relationships and developed partnerships to enhance procurement strategies.
- Coordinated and executed events for KMRL, ensuring successful outcomes and participant engagement.
- Oversaw material coding and inventory management processes to maintain operational efficiency.
- Executed marketing activities and short-term exhibitions to promote space leasing in metro stations.
- Trained team members on public procurement guidelines and best practices.
- Handled station semi-naming contracts to facilitate branding opportunities.
- Implemented customer relationship management strategies to improve stakeholder engagement.
- Streamlined scrap disposal processes to optimize resource recovery.
Junior Engineer (Materials Management)
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd
Ernakulam
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Facilitated E-Procurement processes, improving efficiency in tender document preparation and evaluation.
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement to strengthen relationships and streamline procurement activities.
- Oversaw vendor development initiatives to enhance partnerships and expand service offerings.
- Managed complete bid processes and contract awards, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Executed Goods, Works, and Service Procurement through CPPP, GeM, and other methods according to guidelines.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Operations Management
National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Calicut08.2025
Certification in Management of Inventory Systems -
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Kharagpur, West Bengal01.2023
MBA - Operations Management, Marketing Management
School of Management Studies, Cochin University of Science And Technology
Cochin, Kerala04-2022
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Musaliar College of Engineering
Trivandrum, Kerala04-2017
Engineering Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Central Poly Technic College
Trivandrum, Kerala04-2014
Intermediate (Plus Two) - Biology Science
Govt HSS Thonnakkal
Trivandrum, Kerala03-2011
Matriculation (SSLC) -
Govt HSS Thonnakkal
Trivandrum, Kerala03-2009
Skills
- E-Procurement
- Govt e-Marketplace (GeM) procurement
- Stakeholder Management
- Tender document preparation
- Tender evaluation
- Bid process management
- Inventory Management
- Customer Relationship management
- Event Coordination
- Training
- Contract Execution
- Marketing activities
- Non fair box revenue generation
- Vendor Development
- Public Procurement
- Marketing tools & techniques
- Alternate Revenue Generation
- Liaisoning
- Event Coordination & execution
- Team Management
- SAP
- Material Coding
- Vendor Management
- Scrap Disposal
- Learning and Development
Trainings Workshops Conferences Attended
- MDP on Public Procurement (Advanced), 07/08/23 - 07/14/23, Faridhabad, India
- The 16th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Expo, 10/27/23 - 10/29/23, New Delhi
- The 15th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Expo, 11/04/22 - 11/06/22, Kochi, Kerala
- MDP on Public Procurement (Basic), 06/28/22 - 07/03/22, Faridhabad, India
- SOUMEX 2024 Sourcing & Manufacturing Exhibition, 12/27/24 - 12/29/24, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- CPSE Vendor Development Programme Cum Exhibition (CPSE & MSME Connect - 2024), 12/19/24 - 12/20/24, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Awards Prizes Recognitions
- Certificate of Appreciation of successful implementation of Tool Crib at RS store, Koyambedu Depot of CMRL
- Best Employee of the year (2022-23) Award
- Best Achiever of the year (2022-23) Certificate
- Outstanding performance during FY-2022-23
- Award for outstanding contribution in completing Rail Grinding works
- Certificate of appreciation for hard work, diligent efforts and coordination
- Certificate of Appreciation for the hard and dedicated work in connection with the function of Inauguration, Dedication to the nation and foundation stone laying of various projects of KMRL and Indian railways worth over rupees 4500 Cr by Shri Narendra Modi, Hon'ble PM of India.
- Certificate of appreciation for the contributions made towards the grand success of KMRL anniversary celebrations
- Outstanding performance during FY-2021-22
- Certificate of successful participation and captaincy in Fit India Freedom Run Campaign by KMRL in coordination with GOI (sports event)
- Certificate of appreciation for outstanding performance in successful restoration of the flood affected depot of KMRL
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/26/93
- Nationality: Indian
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Tamil
- Malayalam
Timeline
Deputy Manager (RS-Procurement & Stores)
Chennai Metro Rail Ltd
04.2024 - Current
Asst. Engineer (Materials Management & Marketing)
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd
07.2022 - 02.2024
Junior Engineer (Materials Management)
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd
08.2017 - 06.2022
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Operations Management
National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Certification in Management of Inventory Systems -
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
MBA - Operations Management, Marketing Management
School of Management Studies, Cochin University of Science And Technology
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Musaliar College of Engineering
Engineering Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Central Poly Technic College
Intermediate (Plus Two) - Biology Science
Govt HSS Thonnakkal
Matriculation (SSLC) -
Govt HSS Thonnakkal
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