Vikram Singh Rathore
Gurgaon
Summary
Senior supply chain and procurement professional with over 23 years of experience in aviation, healthcare, and automotive sectors. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, and procurement transformation. Successfully managed procurement budgets exceeding ₹350 crore, achieving significant cost savings through digital initiatives and strategic sourcing efforts.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Procurement & Stores
GMR AIRPORT LIMITED
05.2025 - Current
- Managed procurement operations for 24×7 airport cargo and ground handling, ensuring continuous material availability to support operational efficiency.
- Delivered 12–18% annual procurement savings through strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier consolidation.
- Negotiated long-term contracts for cargo equipment, MHE, GSE, PPE, and operational consumables, generating significant cost savings while improving service levels.
- Reduced procurement cycle time by 35% by streamlining approval workflows and implementing digital procurement processes.
- Implemented centralized procurement across multiple airport locations, improving spend visibility and standardization.
- Achieved 98%+ supplier on-time delivery through structured supplier performance management and SLA monitoring.
- Reduced emergency purchases by 40% through demand planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization.
- Achieved 100% compliance with DGCA, BCAS, Customs, and internal procurement policies during audits, reinforcing operational integrity and reliability.
- Developed procurement dashboards to track and analyse savings, supplier performance, contract status, procurement cycle time, and inventory KPIs, facilitating data-driven decision making.
- Standardized procurement specifications across locations, reducing total cost of ownership and simplifying maintenance and inventory management.
- Led cross-functional sourcing initiatives with Cargo Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Maintenance teams to improve procurement efficiency.
- Optimized inventory for cargo spare parts and operational materials, reducing carrying costs while maintaining 99%+ material availability.
- Managed annual procurement budgets exceeding ₹150 crore while consistently meeting cost and service targets.
- Leading End to End Contract Management: Starting from drafting, finalizing, tendering, negotiation, final NFA, signing contract, arranging PBG till HOTO. (27+ Manpower Service Contract, 50+ Bulk buying technical spares, 10+ Uniform, 30+ consumables contract).
Manager Procurement & Logistics – SCM (Shared Services-Pan India)
CELEBI AVIATIONS
05.2019 - 05.2025
- As Manager Procurement spearhead all supply chain, Logistics & Store activities of 7 legal subsidiaries of Celebi in India and newly created business entity in Indonesia.
- Lead centralized purchasing and inventory management operations as a profit center for 9 airports across India.
- Managed end-to-end procurement activities, encompassing market analysis, tendering, sourcing, project procurement, and contract finalization across multiple categories to support operational objectives.
- Negotiate commercial contracts, SLAs, AMCs, and long-term agreements while ensuring effective contract management and supplier performance monitoring against KPIs.
- Develop and implement procurement processes, policies, and supplier performance measurement frameworks while driving vendor development and stakeholder engagement.
- Conduct detailed spend analysis to identify cost optimization opportunities and deliver improved procurement value to the business.
- Standardize rates and commercial terms for contracts, AMCs, and procurement activities across all locations.
- Plan and manage procurement budgets to ensure optimum material utilization, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
- Develop and execute procurement, transportation, and warehousing strategies aligned with business objectives, focusing on cost optimization, service quality, and sustainability.
- Led supplier/vendor selection, onboarding, and relationship management to ensure compliance with company policies and enhance supplier performance.
- Conduct forecasting and capacity planning for transportation, warehousing, and inventory requirements to mitigate operational risks and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Analysed procurement data to identify trends and improve efficiency in purchasing processes., transportation, and distribution data to optimise logistics operations and enhance route planning, contributing to reduction in overall supply chain costs.
- Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve logistics, warehousing, and supply chain issues in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, audit processes, and organizational governance procedures.
- Monitor transporter and warehouse performance regularly and implement corrective actions to maintain service standards and contractual compliance.
- Led the implementation of a centralized employee transportation program across 9 airports, improving workforce mobility, operational efficiency, and employee safety.
- Successfully deployed a self-booking transportation platform, enabling employees to schedule transport digitally, reducing manual intervention and enhancing user experience.
- Optimized route planning and vehicle utilization through data-driven scheduling, resulting in 15–25% reduction in transportation costs.
- Introduced Tech enabled dashboard for multiple MIS reports, GPS-enabled tracking, SOS alerts, driver verification, and real-time trip monitoring, significantly enhancing employee safety and compliance.
Manager Logistics
AMICO GROUP
Dubai, Dubai
01.2015 - 04.2019
- Managed logistics operations, coordinating transportation, warehousing, and inventory control to optimise supply chain efficiency.
- Supported inventory management, warehouse operations, order fulfillment, and stock control activities to enhance customer satisfaction and operational performance.
- Maintained inventory accuracy of 99.5–99.9% for high-value surgical implants and consignment stock.
- Achieved 100% traceability compliance (UDI / lot / serial tracking) for regulated medical devices.
- Reduced inventory discrepancies by 20–30% through cycle counting and barcode/RFID validation, enhancing accuracy in stock management.
- Ensured zero stock variance for critical OR (Operating Room) consignment sets.
- Delivered 10–18% cost savings in MRO/medical spare parts procurement and warehouse operations, contributing to overall budget efficiency.
- Reduced inventory holding cost by 15–25% through SKU rationalization and demand-based stocking, optimising resource allocation.
- Reduced obsolete / slow-moving medical stock by 10–20% through controlled liquidation & returns management.
- Supported multi-hospital distribution network across UAE with 99%+ service reliability.
- Maintained zero critical delivery failure impacting surgical schedules.
- Delivered 100% order fulfillment accuracy for urgent surgical and hospital requirements.
- Achieved OTIF (On-Time In-Full) performance of 95–98% across UAE hospitals.
- Maintained same-day dispatch capability for emergency surgical consignment requests.
- Reduced order processing time by 25–40% through streamlined warehouse workflows.
- Reduced stockout incidents of critical implants by 30–50% through improved demand planning.
- Ensured 100% availability of fast-moving orthopedic SKUs.
- AMICO Group is a leading distributor of medical devices across the MENA region, with a footprint in 12 countries.
Assistant Manager SCM
Stryker India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
12.2012 - 11.2014
- A US based Fortune 500 MNC in Medical Devices with turnover of $ 22 Bn.
- Achieved 99% OTIF for hospital and distributor deliveries, ensuring uninterrupted surgical support.
- Reduced inventory holding costs by 25% through demand forecasting and optimised replenishment.
- Delivered 99.8% inventory accuracy while managing high-value orthopaedic implants and surgical instruments.
- Implemented barcode-enabled warehouse operations, achieving 95% reduction in picking and dispatch errors, enhancing overall operational accuracy.
- Reduced obsolete and expired inventory by 30% through FEFO implementation and proactive monitoring, optimising stock turnover.
- Maintained 100% regulatory compliance and product traceability, ensuring seamless operations with zero critical audit findings.
Senior Executive in PC&L
Delphi Packard Electric System
Gurugram
12.2007 - 12.2012
- Directed end-to-end warehouse operations across multiple locations, consistently achieving 99.8% inventory accuracy, 99.5% OTIF, and 20% reduction in operating costs.
- Spearheaded warehouse digital transformation through ERP/WMS, barcode technology, and KPI dashboards, improving operational visibility, traceability, and productivity.
- Optimized inventory planning and warehouse operations, reducing stock-outs, excess inventory, and order cycle time while improving dealer and customer service levels.
- Established standardized warehouse processes, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in higher productivity, regulatory compliance, and zero critical audit findings.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and internal requirements, mitigating risks and enhancing operational integrity.
- Analysed performance metrics to evaluate and improve organisational effectiveness, driving a culture of excellence.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
- Mentored senior staff, fostering leadership capabilities and strengthening the management team.
- Drove customer satisfaction improvements, evidenced by a 95% positive feedback rating from client surveys.
- Provided exceptional service to customers, enhancing relationships and driving customer loyalty.
- Delphi Packard Electric System which is an US Based MNC and manufacturers of four-wheeler & two wheeler wiring harness with supplies to esteemed OEMs like Honda, General Motors, Fiat, Maruti Suzuki etc. Its ISO 9001, TS 16949, ISO 14001 certified company with ERP system MFG\PRO.
Sr. Executive in Supply Chain Planning
Fiamm Minda Automotive Limited
Gurugram
04.2003 - 12.2007
- Reduced inventory carrying costs by 22% by optimising stock levels, demand forecasting, and replenishment planning.
- Achieved 99.5% OTIF (On-Time In-Full) deliveries, supporting uninterrupted production and optimising dealer service levels.
- Improved inventory accuracy from 96% to 99.8% through cycle counting, barcode scanning, and warehouse process standardisation.
- Increased warehouse productivity by 30% through warehouse layout optimisation, process automation, and SOP implementation.
- Reduced order processing time by 40% through streamlined processes, enhancing customer response times and improving dispatch efficiency.
- Reduced obsolete and slow-moving inventory by 28% through rationalisation and regular ageing analysis, enhancing inventory turnover.
- Fiamm Minda Automotive Limited (A joint venture of FIAMM Spa, Italy & Minda Industries, India). Company is producing a variety of horns for almost all the car/truck manufacturers in the world.
Education
MBA - Materials Management
EIILM University
01-2012
Bachelor’s Degree - Arts
Kurukshetra University
01-2001
12th -
Board of School Education, Haryana
01-1998
10th -
Board of School Education, Haryana
01-1996
Skills
- Logistics/Warehouse Optimization
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Management
- Demand Planning
- Procurement Automotive Supply Chain Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Contract Management
- Vendor negotiation
- Cost Optimization
- Cost Reduction
- Budgeting
- Budget planning
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Data Analytics
- Performance Monitoring
- Process Improvement
- Process Enhancements
- Sustainability Initiatives
- Regulatory Compliance
- Regulatory Understanding
- ISO 9001 Auditor
- SAP
- ARIBA
- ERP Systems
- Advanced Excel
- Business Intelligence
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Change Agent
- Motivational Leader
- Team Leadership
- Collaborator
- Communicator
- Crisis Handling
- Negotiation Techniques
- Relationship Management
- Supplier Performance
- Procurement Analytics
- Inventory Optimization
- Logistics Coordination
- Compliance Management
- Ground Handling
- Cargo Terminal
- Global Supply Chain Functions
- Domestic Supply Chain Functions
- Vendor Development
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Strategic Planning
- Quality Control
- Microsoft office suite proficiency
- Crisis handling
- Negotiation techniques
- Regulatory compliance
- Regulatory Understanding
- Sustainability initiatives
- Optimisation Tools
- Business Intelligence
Certification
- Certified Internal Auditor for IMS (Integrated management System), ISO 9001, 14001, 45001
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Franklin Covey, 2014-05-01
- Certificate of Achievement - Business Communication Skills, Dale Carnegie & Associates, Inc, 2013-07-01
- Training on People Management, Maynard Leigh Associates, 2013-06-01
- ECAPA Trainer, Trackwise, 2013-04-01
Languages
English
Hindi
Custom
- 2024, Launched a Digital Transportation App for 09 Airports Staff (over 4000 employees), with cost saving & admin overheads 25%.
- 2023, Launched a Digital Self Booking App with cost saving & admin overheads.
- 2023, Winning team for Global Celebi’s Green Initiative & Sustainable Supply Chain Project, driving eco-friendly aviation solutions for hazardous & Uniform dispose.
- 2017, Functional Excellence Award in Amico: Improved order fulfillment performance to 99%+ OTIF (On-Time In-Full), supporting critical surgeries without stock-outs.
- 2014, Great Manager Award (AMICO): Successfully managed warehouse operations for orthopedic implants, instruments, and medical devices, ensuring 100% product traceability through batch and serial number control.
- 2014, Functional Excellence Award in Stryker: Established standard operating procedures (SOPs) for receiving, storage, picking, packing, returns, and reverse logistics, improving operational consistency.
- 2013, Functional Excellence Award in Stryker: Successfully managed warehouse compliance in accordance with ISO 13485, GDP (Good Distribution Practices), and applicable medical device regulations.
Hobbies and interests
- Travelling and learning about different cultures
- Community Service and Sustainability Initiatives
- Technology & Digital Transformation
- Travelling
- Fitness & Wellness
Timeline
Manager Procurement & Stores
GMR AIRPORT LIMITED
05.2025 - Current
Manager Procurement & Logistics – SCM (Shared Services-Pan India)
CELEBI AVIATIONS
05.2019 - 05.2025
Manager Logistics
AMICO GROUP
01.2015 - 04.2019
Assistant Manager SCM
Stryker India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2012 - 11.2014
Senior Executive in PC&L
Delphi Packard Electric System
12.2007 - 12.2012
Sr. Executive in Supply Chain Planning
Fiamm Minda Automotive Limited
04.2003 - 12.2007
MBA - Materials Management
EIILM University
Bachelor’s Degree - Arts
Kurukshetra University
12th -
Board of School Education, Haryana
10th -
Board of School Education, Haryana