Sage Accpac
Lokesh Parwani
Service-focused Management Professional, Proficient In Synergizing Purchase Operations And Business.
Dubai,DU
Summary
Methodical [Procurement & Operations Manager] with background overseeing purchase of goods and services on behalf of organization. Seasoned expert at bid process guidance and contract administration. Talented leader when following and enforcing purchasing rules, procedures and associated regulations.
Focused on successful team building, cost-cutting, and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams. Adept at directing work of completion supervisors and to increase productivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Manager - Procurement & Operations
GIIS
Dubai, UAE
10.2015 - Current
- Negotiated contract terms with vendors to balance cash flow against possible price savings with technical and operational input from stakeholders and colleagues.
- Established achievement targets and identified actions to reach objectives and operational goals.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to facilitate delivery and compliance with purchasing strategy.
- Conducted re-negotiations with vendors on rejections, disposition and adjustment of purchased materials not meeting specifications.
- Approved or rejected prices, terms, and deliveries not in line with policy.
- Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for resources, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
- Reviewed and negotiated existing agreements to optimize commercial terms.
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Evaluated report data to proactively adjust and enhance operations.
- Directed staff and managed annual capital budget.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
- Improved operational planning and business frameworks to enhance resource utilization and reduce waste.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Negotiated service agreements and quality standards.
- Evaluated existing operations and current market trends to identify necessary improvements and capitalize on changes.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.
- Performed forecasting to identify necessary changes for supply chain business.
- Performed supplier risk evaluations and supported regulatory inspections.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development.
- Approved or rejected prices, terms, and deliveries not in line with policy.
- Operated in accordance with health, safety and environmental policies and procedures for safety and well-being of staff and visitors.
- Trained purchasing team to assess vendor capabilities, develop sources, and evaluate vendor performance.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics and scheduling factors.
- Enacted policies while avoiding shortages of critical materials and supplies.
- Maximized operational effectiveness across territory.
- Developed and initiated incentive and recognition programs for suppliers.
Operations Manager
STS
Dubai, UAE
06.2009 - 01.2015
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Sourced and vetted new vendors to meet purchasing needs.
- Negotiated pricing structures, delivery schedules and other contract parameters.
- Evaluated contracts for compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies.
- Reviewed and evaluated bid submittals for materials, equipment and services.
- Managed vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality and reliability.
- Researched potential vendors, evaluated quality and distributed Requests for Proposals for bids.
- Represented companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Reviewed shift reports to understand current numbers and trends.
- Investigated and resolved departmental non-conformances.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Helped build and review master service agreements for work eligibility.
- Collaborated with process owners to refine procedures, devise best practices and correct quality audit findings.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Implemented ticket tracking system and worked with team to create customized system for improved tracking and logging of work issues.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
- Advanced productivity KPIs by leading trainings on procedures and safety practices.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
- Monitored processes and procedures, making sure company met compliance regulations.
- Assisted with internal financial planning, analysis and budgeting.
- Oversaw inventory replenishment strategies and processes for programs.
- Collaborated with company leaders to support consistency and best practices.
Education
MBA - Finance & Marketing
IRM
Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India 04.2007 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - Accountancy & Business Study
JNVU
Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India 04.2004 - 03.2007
Skills
Procurement operations
Bid coordination
Budget Management
Vendor sourcing
Strategic planning
Contract Negotiation
Process Development
Software
MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Phoenix ERP
Ramco ERP
Certification
Implementing a Procurement Strategy (2021 Update) (PMI)
Timeline
Implementing a Procurement Strategy (2021 Update) (PMI)
02-2022
Enabling Business Process Improvement (PMI)
10-2020
Optimizing Operations Using Demand Forecasting & Capacity Management (PMI)
09-2020
Manager - Procurement & Operations
GIIS
10.2015 - Current
Integrated Management System (ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 & OHSAS 18001:2007) Internal Auditor
11-2013
Operations Manager
STS
06.2009 - 01.2015
MBA - Finance & Marketing
IRM
04.2007 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - Accountancy & Business Study
JNVU
04.2004 - 03.2007