Praveen Vijay Krishna
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Supply Chain professional with expertise in logistics and procurement. Adept
at streamlining operations, managing inventory, and fostering strategic partnerships. Proven track record
in optimizing supply chain processes, reducing costs, and enhancing operational efficiency. Seeking to
leverage expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management to
contribute effectively to a dynamic organization's success
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics & Procurement Executive
Al-Futtaim Engineering LLC, Dubai
Dubai, UAE
09.2019 - Current
- Oversee every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing including Letter of Credit, targeting 100% end‑user satisfaction
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies to meet organization's procurement needs. Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating contracts and terms.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Evaluate supplier performance and conduct regular supplier reviews. Resolve issues and disputes with suppliers.
- Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and payment conditions. Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement cost reduction strategies.
- Draft, review and manage contracts with suppliers. Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions
- Streamline and optimize the procurement process for efficiency. Implement best practices to improve overall procurement performance.
- Work closely with internal departments, such as operations, finance to understand their procurement needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives
- Review, analyze and reduce the freight cost and lead time by 20% through proper shipment management
- Develop and deploy strategies for logistics related activities of UAE region ensuring timely clearance and Zero demurrage / detention charges
- Apply the P2P ERP Process for all procurement transactions by creating RFQ / RFT and POʼs / Contracts via ERP system
- Conduct price analysis commercial evaluation of proposals and tenders in coordination with technical team
Logistics Supervisor
Al-Futtaim Retail, Sandgate
Dubai, UAE
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Develop and deploy strategies to save time and expenses associated with goods movements
- End‑to‑End ECOM management for accounts handled
- Implement & Manage end‑to‑end shipment flow across the UAE and other GCCʼs and accurate Inventory of the Warehouse
- Reduce delivery lead‑time by 30% through proper shipment supervision and strategic route planning from Central DC to stores and end‑users across the UAE
- Execute daily operations of managing complete export / import, Order Creation and Processing using SAP
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation, processing, coordination, distribution and retention of all necessary reports and records regarding operations
- Inventory management of accounts handled and conducting periodic stock counts
Senior Customer Service Representative
Al-Futtaim Logistics
Dubai, UAE
03.2014 - 09.2017
- Maintain customer satisfaction with forward‑thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
- Execute daily operations of managing complete export / import, Order Creation and Processing using SAP
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation, processing, coordination, distribution and retention of all operations reports and records
- 3PL warehousing and inventory management of around 10000 CBM and conducting periodic cyclical stock counts
- Liaise with all the departments within the organization and Ports & Customs to provide seamless service
Education
Master of Computer Applications -
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala, India /2004 - /2007
Bachelor of Science - Computer
University of Calicut
Kerala, India /2001 - /2004
Skills
- Data Management & Analysis
- Procurement – Capex, Subcontract
- Free zone operations and GCC documentations
- Shipping Documentation
- Inventory Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Letter of Credit
- Supplier negotiation
- Contract management
- Cost reduction strategies
- E-Procurement tools competence
- ISO Process & Compliance
- E-Commerce
- Non Stock & Cross Dock Movements
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Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Timeline
Logistics & Procurement Executive
Al-Futtaim Engineering LLC, Dubai
09.2019 - Current
Logistics Supervisor
Al-Futtaim Retail, Sandgate
09.2017 - 09.2019
Senior Customer Service Representative
Al-Futtaim Logistics
03.2014 - 09.2017
Master of Computer Applications -
Mahatma Gandhi University
/2004 - /2007
Bachelor of Science - Computer
University of Calicut
/2001 - /2004
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