VIGNESHWARAN K
Pondicherry
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with extensive experience at HLL Infratech Services Ltd, driving strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing vendor management. Achieved a 30% reduction in procurement cycle time while ensuring compliance with GFR 2017. Proficient in contract negotiation and skilled in cross-functional collaboration, delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager (PCD)
HLL Infratech Services Ltd
Noida
09.2025 - Current
- Oversaw AIIMS, Madurai Project valued at 390 crores, focusing on procurement processes.
- Procured medical equipment for all AIIMS and government medical colleges across India.
Stores Incharge
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Belagavi
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Spearheaded procurement operations for medical research facility, managing annual procurement budget of INR 10+ Crore through GeM and CPPP platforms
- Reduced procurement cycle time by 30% through process optimization and strategic vendor partnerships
- Implemented inventory management system achieving 99% stock accuracy and eliminating stockouts of critical items
- Led tender management for multi-utility vehicles, laboratory equipment, and essential services ensuring GFR 2017 compliance
- Drafted and processed 100+ note sheets, approval documents, and contract award letters with zero compliance violations
- Conducted financial bid opening meetings and coordinated with 20+ vendors for timely order fulfillment
- Established vendor performance metrics resulting in 25% improvement in on-time delivery rates
Project Assistant
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Belagavi
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed procurement activities for research projects with focus on cost optimization and supplier diversity
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to consolidate requirements and execute strategic sourcing initiatives
- Maintained comprehensive procurement records and generated monthly reports for management review
- Negotiated with suppliers achieving average cost savings of 15% while maintaining quality standards
- Processed purchase orders and managed vendor documentation ensuring compliance with institutional policies
Data Entry Operator
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)
Puducherry
06.2018 - 07.2022
- Maintained procurement and inventory databases with 99.8% data accuracy supporting informed decision-making
- Generated procurement analytics reports identifying cost-saving opportunities and supplier performance trends
- Coordinated with procurement team for documentation, purchase order processing, and vendor communications
Education
SAP MM Certifification - Material Management
Henry Harvin
01.2023
PG Diploma - Material Management
Annamalai University
01.2022
Bachelor of Library & Information Science -
Annamalai University
01.2020
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Christ College of Engineering and Technology
01.2017
Skills
- Procurement & Sourcing
- GeM Platform
- CPPP Procurement
- Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Management
- RFQ/RFP/Tender Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Compliance & Standards
- GFR 2017 Rules
- Public Procurement Policy
- Contract Management
- Bid Evaluation
- Approval Documentation
- Inventory & Systems
- SAP MM
- Inventory Control
- Stores Management
- Stock Optimization
- ABC Analysis
- ERP Systems
- Leadership & Communication
- Stakeholder Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Financial Bid Opening
- Internal Communications
- Supplier Negotiations
- Technical Proficiency
- GeM Portal
- CPPP Platform
- Advanced Excel
- Ms Office Suite
- Procurement Analytics Tools
Websites
Accomplishments
- Achieved 15-20% cost reduction through strategic vendor negotiations and bulk procurement initiatives.
- Reduced procurement cycle time by 30% through GeM platform optimization and workflow improvements.
- Maintained 99% inventory accuracy through systematic stock audits and robust control measures.
- Zero non-compliance incidents in GFR 2017 adherence across 50+ procurement transactions.
- Developed strategic partnerships with 20+ suppliers improving delivery performance by 25%.
Core Competencies
GeM Platform, CPPP Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management, RFQ/RFP/Tender Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Reduction Strategies, GFR 2017 Rules, Public Procurement Policy, Contract Management, Bid Evaluation, Approval Documentation, SAP MM, Inventory Control, Stores Management, Stock Optimization, ABC Analysis, ERP Systems, Stakeholder Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Financial Bid Opening, Internal Communications, Supplier Negotiations
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
C2
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
kannada
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Manager (PCD)
HLL Infratech Services Ltd
09.2025 - Current
Stores Incharge
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
02.2024 - 09.2025
Project Assistant
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
08.2022 - 12.2023
Data Entry Operator
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)
06.2018 - 07.2022
SAP MM Certifification - Material Management
Henry Harvin
PG Diploma - Material Management
Annamalai University
Bachelor of Library & Information Science -
Annamalai University
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Christ College of Engineering and Technology