Arun Prasanth Kasmeer
Summary
Strategic Procurement Professional with 11+ years of UAE experience in end-to-end sourcing, category management, and contract negotiation across manufacturing, oil & gas, and industrial sectors. CIPS-certified with an MBA in Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor’s in Electronics & Communication Engineering.
Proven expertise in developing category strategies using spend analysis, market intelligence, and supplier evaluation to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency. Strong experience in Source-to-Pay (S2P), contract lifecycle management, and procurement systems (ERP/P2P). Skilled in stakeholder management, supplier negotiations, and risk mitigation while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and international best practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Procurement Engineer
GLOCEM FZC
Sharjah
12.2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented category strategies based on spend analysis, market trends, and supplier intelligence, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Managed end-to-end sourcing lifecycle including supplier prequalification, tender preparation (RFP/RFQ), techno-commercial evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
- Delivered significant cost savings and value optimization by applying TCO principles and strategic sourcing methodologies.
- Partnered with internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, finance) to support product design and specification optimization, ensuring value for money.
- Planned and executed strategic sourcing events, ensuring timely and efficient procurement aligned with project timelines.
- Established and maintained a contract management program, proactively managing contract renewals and identifying cost reduction opportunities.
- Prepared and submitted Recommendations to Award (RTA), contracts, and procurement documentation in compliance with corporate governance and procurement procedures.
- Led supplier evaluation and performance management, ensuring quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Identified and mitigated procurement and supply chain risks across sourcing activities.
- Utilized ERP systems and procurement tools to enhance data transparency, reporting accuracy, and process efficiency.
- Supported P2P process implementation, including supplier onboarding, master data setup, and framework agreements (BPA/SPO/price lists).
- Ensured all procurement activities and contracts are systematically documented for audit, reporting, and stakeholder visibility.
SENIOR ANALYST - PROCUREMENT
FLEXTRONICS INTERNATIONAL LTD
Chennai
05.2013 - 09.2014
- Led end-to-end procurement activities for electronic manufacturing company , including RFQ, supplier selection, cost analysis, negotiation, purchase order processing, and delivery coordination.
- Coordinated closely with finance and operations teams for procurement planning to ensure material availability aligned with production schedules and budget
- Reviewed Material Requisitions (MR) and managed the RFQ process with vendors, ensuring competitive pricing and compliance with specifications.
- Negotiated pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms with technically qualified suppliers to achieve optimal procurement value.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through bulk purchasing, supplier consolidation, and alternative sourcing strategies.
- Conducted spend analysis and consolidated site requirements to optimize procurement planning and minimize shortages.
- Utilized ERP systems to improve procurement planning, material tracking, and overall supply chain visibility.
- Coordinated with warehouse and production teams to optimize inventory levels, reduce excess stock, and prevent production disruptions.
- Ensured timely vendor payments and resolved invoice discrepancies to maintain strong supplier relationships.
Education
CIPS - DIPLOMA LEVEL 4
Charted Institute of procurement & supply
UK01-2024
MBA - Supply chain
Jaipur National University
Jaipur, India 01-2017
Bachelor of Engineering in - Electronics & Communication
Anna University
Chennai , India 01-2013
Skills
- Category Management & Strategic Sourcing
- End-to-End Procurement (S2P / P2P)
- Contract Management & Negotiation
- Spend Analysis & Cost Optimization (TCO)
- Supplier Evaluation & Development
- Procurement Systems (Oracle / SAP / ERP)
- Tendering (RFQ, RFP, RFIs)
- Stakeholder Management
- Risk Assessment & Compliance
- International Procurement & Incoterms
- Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination
Certification
- CIPS Level 4 , UK
License
UAE driving license
LINKEDIN PROFILE
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arun-prasanth-426b4b18b/
Timeline
Senior Procurement Engineer
GLOCEM FZC
12.2014 - Current
SENIOR ANALYST - PROCUREMENT
FLEXTRONICS INTERNATIONAL LTD
05.2013 - 09.2014
CIPS - DIPLOMA LEVEL 4
Charted Institute of procurement & supply
MBA - Supply chain
Jaipur National University
Bachelor of Engineering in - Electronics & Communication
Anna University