Ganesh Baburaj

• Procurement & Vendor Management:

- Placed orders with vendors based on Sales Orders (SO) received from production.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure the best pricing and ensure timely deliveries.
- Maintained strong supplier relationships to optimize procurement efficiency.

• Logistics & Compliance:

- Handled duty exemption processes for Free Zone companies and oversee MOFA attestation.
- Ensured smooth import and delivery of materials by managing necessary documentation.

• Inventory & Store Management:

- Oversaw stock levels, update inventory records, and manage material issuance.
- Prepare daily material issue reports and update stock in ERP.

• ERP & Process Optimization:

- Generated Purchase Orders (POs) and maintain procurement records in ERP.
- Monitored and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time material availability.

• Cross-Functional Coordination:

- Collaborated with production, logistics, and store teams for seamless operations.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by optimizing procurement strategies.

• Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
• Built relationships with vendors across EUROPE and CHINA to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
• Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
• Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
• Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
• Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
• Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping using EXCEL and FOCUS.
• Updated day to day shipping status of international orders in EXCEL by liaising with international freight forwarders.
• Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.
• Negotiated with vendors on freight costs, cutting shipping prices by 10%.
• Created purchase orders using FOCUS software based on supplier quotations.
• Analyzed the trends in demand for stock and accordingly ordered items for various locations

• Efficient utilization on my supply chain knowledge to source materials based on factors such as cost, quality, time, capacity, reliability and shipping method.
• Reviewed and managed supplier base in EXCEL for consistency with sourcing strategy.
• Negotiated lead-time, cost and quality to obtain maximum company benefit.
• Developed, implemented and drove purchase strategies to meet cost savings targets.
• Performed regular performance review with suppliers to drive continuous improvements.
• Participated in status reviews, audits and purchase meetings to resolve proposal issues and implement process improvements.
• Analyzed vendors and suppliers to select most suitable to deliver high-quality products at competitive pricing.
• Maintained documentation for all purchases.
• Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
• Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
• Implemented innovative supply chain management strategies to streamline procurement process.
• Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.

• Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
• Prepared BOQ and co-ordinated the procurement of various electrical machienery, HV &LV cables, HV & LV panels, VFDs, Transformers, RMUs etc.
• Prepared tender documents for MEP projects.
• Prepared day-to-day work completion reports.
• Provided safety induction to all technicians, engineers and supervisors on site.
• Maintained a record of all vendors classified using EXCEL according to various departments within the company.
• Analyzed the pros and cons of each vendors and ordered materials accordingly.