VIBHUDENDRA S

Curriculum Vitae

SUPPLY CHAIN PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT

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VIBHUDENDRA S
Mobile: + (91) 9739461884 | + (91) 9535577907 | E-Mail: vibhugunners@gmail.com
Address: Block 5, Site 3, BEML Layout, Srirampura 2nd Stage, Mysore - 570023, India
An Overview
With nearly 6.5 years of collective experience in

Supply
Supply
Chain
Managem
ent

Purchase
Purchase
Operation
s

Vendor
Vendor
Managem
ent

Inventory
Handling

Contracts
Contracts
&
Negotiati
on

Leadershi
Leadershi
p & Team
Managem
ent

A results-oriented and an accomplished professional with well-rounded experience in supply chain and
procurement management with nearly 6.5 years in offering proven abilities to set up and streamline
procurement activities for range of products and services ranging from machinery to electrical and
electronics, IT and Civil materials & goods.

Demonstrated excellence in setting strategies and plans for sourcing, procurement & supply chain, and
direct operations to meet guidelines and objectives set out primarily for achieving cost-efficiency, quality
and timely delivery in alignment with annual business plan well within budgeted norms.

Expertise in evaluating cost & capability of existing supply base and potential partners. Deft in working
out to fit the organization's needs for pragmatic process improvement. Skilled in developing / deploying
supporting structures and integrating processes.

Significant exposure in preparing and finalizing award of contracts including knowledge of coordinating
with various departments and management for review of purchase proposal documents, vendor queries &
offers including evaluation, finalization and contract awarding process.

Key Procurement areas include Capex, Project procurements, Diesel, Repair & Maintenance contracts,
Civil/Construction contracts, IT procurements & services, Admin Procurements & services, Production
outsourcing contracts, Spare part procurements, Safety related procurements etc.

Possess competencies in achieving both corporate and personal goals in diverse cultures. Solutions
oriented approach with excellent communication, relationship and time management skills; efficient team
leader striving consistently for delivering the responsibilities and offer quality work by streamlining
Procurement & Inventory Management operations.
OCCUPATIONAL CONTOUR
Since Aug 2008: Sesa Sterlite Ltd, Iron Ore Business Karnataka India

Designation Chronology:
April 2012 onwards
Associate Manager - Purchase
Feb 2009 to March 2012
Senior Engineer Purchase
Aug 2008 to Jan 2009
Graduate Engineer Trainee
DOMAIN SKILLS

Formulating sourcing strategies, handling vendor identification & development, creating and updating the
vendor database. Deliver expertise in guiding supply chain operations and analytical assessment to
strengthen its effectiveness.

Review material requests in terms of specifications, quantities and allocated budget before processing
Procurement and Sub-Contracting of Goods and Services.

Draft contract document with realistic estimates for sub-contract procurement and engage in formulating
Contracting & Procurement Strategies.

Coordinating and negotiating with contractors / suppliers for adherence of sound commercial principles
and to deliver quality services / product with significant cost savings.

Develop qualified vendor base and maintain category wise vendor database with ample options for
alternate sourcing track and monitor vendor performance and maintain scorecards.

Undertake preparation & implementation of Procurement Procedures, Procurement Plan based on

Corporate Guidelines. Utilize SAP & SRM modules to streamline Procurements, Services & Inventory
functions.

Analyse and evaluate vendor offers, prepare comparative statement, participate in negotiations and offer
recommendations for approval of competent authority prior to issuance of PO/Work Order.

Effectively controlling disbursement of supplies and material by directing the posting of inventory control
cards and automated systems

Negotiate and establish logistics for procurement comprising transporters, freight forwarders, etc. and
liaise with external authorities to identify any risks and mitigating them.

Develop operational budgets, departmental strategies and operational procedures, and guide team
members to achieve KPI targets analyse operational risks and thrive for resolution of procurement
issues.

Monitor and analyse trends in company spending and inventory control in order to make recommendation
for the future, and to identify areas for possible savings.

Track and monitor inventory, identify & suggest liquidation of slow-moving and/or non-performing
inventories thus helping improve inventory turnaround ratio and value unlocking.

Addressing concerns arising in the work processes pragmatically and initiating team motivational
activities to bring in a harmonious work culture, ensuring a development path for the team.
NOTEWORTHY ACHIVEMENTS

Holds the credit of making the company make substantial savings of almost Rs. 75 lakhs (from Jan14 to
Sep14 operational period) in procurement of diesel fuel on interstate supplies as against traditional
methodology of procuring within the state.

Played a stellar role in obtaining volume discount of almost Rs. 54 lakhs (from Jan14 to Sep14
operational period) in Iron Ore production by finalizing the contract with a single contractor as against
traditional methodology of multiple contractors

Distinguished efforts in identifying and saving of almost Re. 1 Crore over a period of last 3 years by
sourcing from Original Component Manufacturers or Oil companies instead of Original Equipment
Manufacturers.

Diligently served the duties of Inventory Manager in April 2012 for one year ensuring major hygiene
cleansing activities in stores (Inventory reduction by 20%), ensured improvement in Physical verification
of stores by at least 20% and enabled companys management to effectively utilize 2 Engineers
elsewhere.

Displayed outstanding performance throughout that led to the following

Achieving Sesas Stars of Business award in Jan 2011 a very prestigious in-house award
scrutinized by Sesas Sr. Management which signifies the identification of a potential leader to
drive Sesas business forward.
Achieving Sesas GM Kitty award twice in Aug 2010 & 2011 a very prestigious unit level award for
recognition of yearly performances.

Significantly contributed and steered successfully the contract finalization independently back in Dec
2010 and obtained a saving of Rs. 10 Lakhs in the Capacity enhancement project of our Iron Ore
operations.
ACADEMIA
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical at NIE, Mysore, 2008 with aggregate of 74%
Vishweshwariah Technological University
Pre-University Course, Mysore, 2004 with aggregate of 82%
Sharada Vilas PU College

IT SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Windows, SAP and Internet
PERSONAL DOSSIER
Date of Birth:

27th November 1986

Linguistic Proficiency:English, Hindi, Kannada

Driving License:
Nationality:

Valid Indian
Indian