Y.B. Raghavendra Kumar
Manager-Contracts And Procurement
Hyderabad
Summary
Highly accomplished procurement and project management professional with over 15 years of experience driving efficiency and cost savings in renewable energy projects. Expert in end to end procure to pay (P2P) process, SAP MM, Vendor development and contract negotiations. Successfully executed the annual procurement spend exceeding INR 450+ Crore across multi location operation in Solar, Wind and Hydro (O&M) projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager- Contracts & Procurement and SAP MM Subject Matter Expert
GREENKO Group
Telangana
12.2020 - Current
- Administered annual rate contract for critical material supply, ensuring uninterrupted Operation & Maintenance for Solar, Wind and Hydro Power Plants.
- Directed Procurement of diverse categories including Capital equipment, MRO, Consumables, Service contracts and Electromechanical components across over 120 Power plant in 15 Indian states.
- Oversaw the entire Procure to Pay (P2P) cycle from expression of interest (EOI) and request for proposal (RFP) to purchase orders, Goods receipt and payment processing.
- Conducted through techno-commercial evaluation of vendor quotations and proposals, informing strategic negotiations and contract awards for materials and services.
- Spearheaded commercial negotiations consistently achieving significant cost optimization and maximizing value for material supply and service contracts.
- Executed purchase, work, and import orders ensuring meticulous finalization of incoterms and payment terms.
- Co-ordinated in-house team for import documentation and customs clearance.
- Executed annual and long-term rate contracts securing consistent supply for regular consumables, material and service needs.
- Cultivated new vendor relationships and meticulously maintained material and vendor master data within SAP MM.
- Executed the logistics ensuring timely delivery and operational efficiency.
- Monitored procurement budgets and generated comprehensive MIS reports, conducted in-depth budget vs actual spend analysis.
- Administered advance and performance bank guarantees, letter of credit (LC), Insurance policies and various contract securities, including renewal and closure tracking.
- Led and mentored a high-performance procurement team of 8-9 members, fostering professional growth and operational excellence.
- Contributed as a core SAP team member, facilitating system improvements, testing and user acceptance for successful production roll out.
- Executed annual procurement worth INR 450 Crore, the first of its scale within the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team.
Senior Executive SCM
ECOREN Energy India Pvt Ltd
Telangana
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Reviewed purchase requisitions and issued requests for quotation (RFQ) to pre-qualified vendors.
- Drafted, evaluated, negotiated, and executed diverse agreements including purchase orders, service orders, work orders, and comprehensive contracts.
- Processed Request for proposals (RFP), purchase orders, work orders, and service orders aligning with project and operational requirements.
- Liaised with vendors to secure competitive pricing, detailed product specifications, availability, and optimal delivery schedules.
- Maintained meticulous procurement records, documenting cost, delivery, quality compliance, and inventory status in both electronic and physical formats.
- Collaborated with quality control teams to ensure strict adherence to technical and quality standards.
- Resolved issues concerning defective or non-conforming materials and services by coordinating with vendors and implementing corrective actions.
- Monitored purchase order execution, guaranteeing timely delivery of materials to facilitate project completion.
- Verified and approved vendor invoices, Streaming payment procedures.
Project Purchase Manager
GENRET Energy Solutions Pvt Ltd
Telangana
07.2012 - 07.2018
- Directed all facets of project purchasing and materials management, providing hands-on, safety focused leadership to project teams.
- Oversaw comprehensive construction activities, ensuring strict compliance with design specifications, budget, schedule, and contractual obligations.
- Co-ordinated effectively with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure seamless project execution.
- Planned, coordinated, and supervised diverse onsite activities including scheduling, material control, and administrative functions such as purchasing and accounting support.
- Supervised craft labor and subcontractors to ensure optimal productivity, quality, and safety compliance.
- Coordinated resource planning and scheduling collaboratively with project managers and site supervisors.
- Provided critical inputs on project feasibility, execution strategy, schedules, manpower, and subcontractor availability during Prebid meeting to support estimating teams.
- Evaluated and implemented advanced information to improve material tracking, inventory management, and reporting.
- Developed accurate material cost forecasts, comprehensive budgets, and standardized cost lists.
- Monitored key performance indicators including quality, quantity, inventory levels, delivery timelines, logistics costs, and operational efficiency.
- Strategically selected and finalized subcontractors and vendors, ensuring alignment with project and overall procurement strategies.
- Analyzed comprehensive project reports, encompassing daily site reports, progress updates, manpower deployment, production schedules, equipment utilization, and completion percentages.
Solar Engineer
Solar Semiconductor
Telangana
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Drafted, evaluated, negotiated, and executed purchase orders efficiently.
- Generated request for proposal (RFP) and purchase orders ensuring strict alignment with business requirements.
Education
B. Tech - Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Narasaraopet Engineering college
05.2008
Skills
Procurement
Supply Chain Management
Contract Management
Vendor Negotiation
SAP MM
Cost control
Budgeting
Accomplishments
- Executed annual procurement worth INR 450 Crore, the first of its scale within the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team.
- Led and mentored a high-performance procurement team of 8-9 members, fostering professional growth and operational excellence.
- Spearheaded commercial negotiations consistently achieving significant cost optimization and maximizing value for material supply and service contracts.
- Contributed as a core SAP team member, facilitating system improvements, testing and user acceptance for successful production roll out.
- Received the Best Employee Award twice for consistent performance and contribution
Location
Hyderabad
Date
29.01.2026
Timeline
Manager- Contracts & Procurement and SAP MM Subject Matter Expert
GREENKO Group
12.2020 - Current
Senior Executive SCM
ECOREN Energy India Pvt Ltd
08.2018 - 12.2020
Project Purchase Manager
GENRET Energy Solutions Pvt Ltd
07.2012 - 07.2018
Solar Engineer
Solar Semiconductor
07.2011 - 07.2012
B. Tech - Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Narasaraopet Engineering college