Rajesh S. Kannan

Dynamic, results-driven professional with extensive expertise in category management, procurement, and buying functions within a leading corporate environment. Proven track record of optimizing supply chain processes and driving cost efficiencies while fostering strong vendor relationships. Committed to delivering strategic solutions that enhance operational performance and support organizational goals. Passionate about contributing innovative ideas and employing a collaborative approach to achieve excellence in fast-paced business settings. Adept at navigating complex challenges to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Experienced with category management and strategic sourcing, ensuring optimal procurement processes. Utilizes negotiation skills and supplier relationship management to drive cost efficiencies. Knowledge of inventory control and market analysis to support business objectives.

Respected sir,

As you can see from the included resume I have 17 years of experience overseas. G.C.C. (UAE & QATAR) and valid driving license. Experience in purchasing and procurement in the retail sector. My résumé shows that I have been consistently recognized for my hard work and more responsibility. These are the result of my buying skills. My commitment to my career and life, as well as my educational background (MA, LLB,) My previous work experience at Lulu International Group, ANSAR Group of Companies in the UAE (Ansar Mall, Ansar Gallery), Al Manama Group-UAE, and Aswaaq retail .I am currently working at the GMG Group of Companies in Dubai (Aswaaq & Geant), and I believe that I am eligible for this position of responsibility.

Thank you for your consideration of my application.

With Regards

S. Rajesh Kannan

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills with vender
• Excellent coordination among logistics, warehouse, and inventory departments.
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills.
• Maintaining strong business relationships with vendors.
• Knowledge of category & space management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Vender Management / Purchase & Promotion Management / Category Space Management/ Procurement, Logistics& Inventory control
• 1. LPO issuing and tracking delivery for the promotion SKU
• 2. New SKU listing as per the customer requirements
• 3. Analysis sales report, promotion sales, under cost selling product report & wastage report
• 4. Preparing Warehouse LPO for bulk order.
• 5. Prepare aging stock and find a solution for stock clearance and GRV.
• 6. Maximum revenue with promotional activities, pallet, and gondola display
• 7. Prepare promotion booklets, brochure design & space allocation
• 8. Review other competitor advertisements for pricing and visit another competitor for price analysis.
• 9. Negotiate trading agreement discussion with suppliers for BDA renewal.
• 10. Managing listing fees, secondary investments, and activities.
• 11. Make sure suppliers participate in advertisements.
• 12. Maximum revenue from vender through product branding & Rental agreement
• 13. Negotiate a trade agreement for new vendor creation with a fair rebate structure with investment.
• 14. Negotiate trading agreement discussion with suppliers for BDA renewal.
• 15. To make sure product delivery and GRV on time frame.
• 16. Prepare promotion booklets, brochure design & space allocation
• 17. Review other competitor advertisements for pricing and visit another competitor for price analysis.
• 18. managing the quotation process for the corporate consumer.
• 19. Maximum revenue from vender through product branding & rental agreement.
• 20. Revenue from product launch events and branding
• 21. Prepare promotion booklets, brochure design & space allocation
• 22. Prepare category discount activity to increase regular category sales.
• 23. Price increasing with sufficient document from Supplier & competitor market price survey.
• 24. New SKU listings based on standards and guidelines, including the old product's in and out procedure.
• 25. To take the necessary steps for a new shop opening and delivery follow-up.
• 26. Analyzing product movement and implementing category management.
• 27. Price increasing with sufficient document from Supplier & competitor market price survey.
• 28. New SKU listing based on specifications and guidelines, with the old item's in and out procedure
• 29. Verifying warehouse stock availability and transferring the products to the store, and coordinating with the logistics department to avoid out of stock
• 30. Evaluating and tracking suppliers' monthly targets for trade dealing benefit achievement.
• 31. Fast-moving FMCG SKU purchase to Warehouse through trade agreements and rebate basis.
• 32. Monitoring product availability in Warehouse and store based on the out-of-stock report
• 33. Preparing inventory reports for fast-moving and slow-moving products in warehouses and stores for monitoring.
• 34. Handling disputes about pricing, visibility, GRV and product availability in the store.
• 35. To take immediate action against the low cost of selling products in the market.
• 36. Monitor supplier service levels and analysis the product delivery issue.
• 37. Generating income in each category through market strategy and relationships with suppliers.
• 38. Preparing a promotion display planogram according to the category and secondary investment.
• 39. Conducting new product launch events and advertising with secondary investment support.
• 40. Responsible for the promotion of booklets and brochure designs.
• 41. LPO issuing and follow up for delivery
• 42. Review other competitor advertisements for pricing and visit another competitor for price analysis.
• 43. Handling quotation processing for the corporate customer.
• 44. Review daily sales reports, under-cost selling products, supplier service levels, and out-of-stock items.
• 45. Review the supplier purchase value and prepare for the progressive rebate slab achievement.
• Note: All original certificates shall be produced on demand.