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PRASEEN VAKKAYIL
Group Supply Chain Manager, MTC Dubai Hafza/Singapore, WOMME, WVC (2015 - Present)
Dubai
Summary
Accomplished Group Supply Chain Manager with over 19 years of diverse experience in Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, and Valves & Controls. Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, achieving significant cost reductions, implementing efficient processes, and establishing strong supplier relationships. Exceptional leadership, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills to ensure smooth supply chain operations and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Supply Chain Manager
MTC Dubai, MTC Hafza, WOMME, WOM Valves & Controls
2015.01 - Current
- Led team of procurement professionals across four entities, managing $70 million USD annual budget
- Achieved 15% cost reduction on UBD packages through strategic sourcing and consolidation
- Successfully implemented Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, streamlining operations
- Established key global suppliers for WOM Valves & Controls, optimizing costs and enhancing reliability
- Oversaw WVC projects team until 2022, ensuring timely completion and budget compliance.
- Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements with indirect and logistics customers
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods
- Supervised more than 10 direct reportee's tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties
Sales Team Leader (MRO)
Pentair Flow Control
2008.07 - 2015.01
- Led team of 10 application engineers, driving 10% increase in spare parts business
- Received Middle East Sales Team Excellence Award (Year 2013) for outstanding performance
- Managed all major projects from inquiry to cash, ensuring technical and commercial cleanliness
- Resolved after-sales issues for key end users across Middle East, fostering positive relationships.
Inside Sales Engineer (Projects)
Fortune Controls and Automation Co LLC
2007.04 - 2008.07
- Led key account management for project EPC, including techno-commercial negotiations
- Contributed to sales leads development through regular meetings with key end users
- Participated in sizing and selection of CVS Control Valves and Broady Safety Valves.
Design /Application Engineer-Dresser, Inc. (Masoneilan)
2006.04 - 2007.08
- Designed and engineered Masoneilan Control Valves, including Special Low Noise Valves
- Liaised with procurement, engineering, design, quality assurance, and finance for hassle-free order execution.
- Partnered with development team on product development and application support plans
- Conducted research to determine client needs and implemented product testing plans
Design Engineer
Instrumentation Limited Palakkad (ILP)
2003.08 - 2006.04
- Designed control valves, developed new designs for specialized valves, and sized and selected control valves.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements
- Brainstormed with product designers to implement and refine new manufacturing processes
Education
Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply -
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), UK
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Calicut University
IndiaSkills
Supply Chain Managementundefined
Accomplishments
- MTC Dubai
- Successful delivery of UBD packages to Aramco with a 15% cost optimization.
- Training of procurement engineers resulting in improved negotiation skills and efficiency.
- MTC Hafza
- Emphasized procurement solutions for specialized buildings, implementing cost-saving initiatives.
- Initiated sourcing of building materials from LCC countries.
- WOMME
- Achieved 20% cost reduction on API packages with alternate material sourcing from LCC countries.
- Trained engineers on key negotiation skills, enhancing overall efficiency.
- WOM Valves & Controls
- Started procurement activities for the newly formed company, establishing key global suppliers.
- Managed the WVC projects team until 2022, ensuring timely completion and budget compliance.
Conclusion
With a proven track record of strategic leadership, cost optimization, and project oversight, I am poised to contribute my skills and expertise to a dynamic organization, ensuring excellence in supply chain management and exceeding organizational goals.
Software
Microsoft excel
Certification
CIPS Level 5
Timeline
CIPS Level 5
2024-01
Group Supply Chain Manager
MTC Dubai, MTC Hafza, WOMME, WOM Valves & Controls
2015.01 - Current
Sales Team Leader (MRO)
Pentair Flow Control
2008.07 - 2015.01
Inside Sales Engineer (Projects)
Fortune Controls and Automation Co LLC
2007.04 - 2008.07
Design /Application Engineer-Dresser, Inc. (Masoneilan)
2006.04 - 2007.08
Design Engineer
Instrumentation Limited Palakkad (ILP)
2003.08 - 2006.04
Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply -
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), UK
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Calicut University
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