Harshit M Shetty

• Spearheaded strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple subsidiaries of the conglomerate, optimizing procurement processes and driving cost savings of annually.
• Leveraged supply management experience and industry contacts to streamline distribution activities.
• Directed daily operations to achieve maximum output and reduce costs.
• Coordinated with inventory control to determine purchasing needs with high degree of accuracy.
• Mentored and motivated junior procurement staff to consistently meet and exceed department KPIs.
• Planned logistics across international boundaries to reliably meet delivery requirements.
• Liaised with third party suppliers to facilitate shipment of materials, reducing lead times.
• Minimised customer complaints by verifying procured items met required quality standards.
• Enabled accurate cost tracking by maintaining and updating purchase records in Sage
• Negotiated purchasing and payment terms that generated in annual procurement savings.
• Tracked storage levels and controlled stock to meet supplier requirements and fulfill contract terms.
• Introduced operational and administrative procedures to uphold integrity of current processes.
• Accurately anticipated future customer demand through predictive analysis of historical data.
• Used trend data and financial forecasts to establish accurate budgets aligned with operational needs.
• Administered expenditure, preventing budget overages with successful control strategies.
• Facilitated decision-making by preparing cost comparison of material pricing.
• Processed invoices and payment runs with complete accuracy.
• Developed plans and strategies to promote continuous improvement.

Purchasing Coordinator Till Aug 2021

• Reconcile customer material billing.
• Maintain daily inventory reconciliations.
• Reconcile invoice to purchase order price variances.
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Track and report material backorders from vendors.
• Analyze data and forecast requirements with vendors

• Responsible for procurement for projects and assist the project directors, project managers, project engineers and other team members in planning of projects and commissioning management.
• Coordinated purchasing activities, including sourcing, ordering, and expediting materials and supplies to support production and operational needs.
• Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, supplier information, and purchasing transactions using [specific software or tools].
• Assisted in supplier selection and evaluation processes, conducting research, gathering quotes, and analyzing vendor performance to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborated with internal departments to identify procurement requirements, review purchase requisitions, and expedite delivery schedules as needed.
• Managed relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms, resolving discrepancies, and addressing issues to ensure timely and reliable delivery of goods and services.
• Monitored inventory levels and stock movements, implementing inventory control measures to minimize stockouts, excess inventory, and carrying costs.
• Prepared purchase orders, contracts, and other procurement-related documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Assisted in the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and best practices to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Conducted market research and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, alternative suppliers, and emerging trends in the industry.
• Provided support to the purchasing team, assisting in special projects, data analysis, and process improvement initiatives as required.

• Assisted customers with varying questions using product knowledge and service expertise.
• Set appointments with field teams to carry out service changes or deliver new products.
• Prepared necessary forms to complete transactions.
• Generated leads through proactive outreach and networking initiatives.