Rupali Adhikari
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Ambitious professional with knack for strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Combines analytical thinking with strong negotiation skills to drive cost savings and optimise procurement processes. Ready to deliver impactful supply chain solutions and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Procurement manager
MEISTERWERK FIT OUT LLC
Dubai, UAE
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced supplier relationships by negotiating contracts and managing communications.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Achieved cost reduction with strategic sourcing and vendor negotiations.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver successful projects on time.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential procurement issues.
- Coordinated with finance team to ensure accurate budgeting for procurement activities.
- Ensured compliance with company policies whilst conducting all procurement activities.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders, enhancing collaboration during projects.
- Oversaw the creation of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance at all times.
- Established standard operating procedures for the procurement department, increasing workflow efficiency.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends to inform strategic purchasing decisions.
- Attended industry events regularly to maintain professional network and learn about new market trends.
- Adopted green procurement practices, promoting sustainability within the organisation.
- Supervised a team of junior buyers, fostering their professional development.
- Worked cross-functionally with internal teams to deliver quality products to meet needs of customers.
- Sourced most cost-effective new and existing products to meet category and procurement KPIs.
- Coordinated dispatching of transport vehicles distributing goods across GCC.
- Planned logistics across international boundaries to reliably meet delivery requirements.
- Administered expenditure, preventing budget overages with successful control strategies.
- Reviewed proposals and submitted reports to procurement heads for selection.
- Liaised with third party suppliers to facilitate shipment of materials, reducing lead times.
- Ensured business continuity, using local suppliers to minimise risk of supply chain disruptions.
- Facilitated project delivery by procuring raw materials and supplies.
- Assessed supplier base and categorised spending based on strategic and operational requirements.
Procurement assistant
AR. PARIJAT MISRA ARCHITECTURE & INTERIORS
Mumbai, India
03.2015 - 04.2022
- Developed strong supplier relationships by maintaining regular communication and resolving issues.
- Enhanced procurement processes with implementation of new, cost-effective strategies.
- Assisted in preparation of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in data entry.
- Conducted market research for identification of potential suppliers and vendors.
- Streamlined ordering process to improve efficiency and reduce lead times.
- Facilitated negotiation of contracts with suppliers, aiming for favourable terms and conditions.
- Coordinated with accounts payable department on invoice discrepancies, facilitating quick resolution.
- Supported procurement team in strategic sourcing activities leading to cost savings.
- Organised documents related to procurement activities for easy retrieval when required.
- Monitored delivery schedules closely to ensure timely receipt of goods.
- Optimised material flow through regular review of inventory levels.
- Prepared detailed reports on procurement activities, providing valuable insights into operations.
- Coordinated cross-functionally within organisation to understand specific departmental needs.
- Consistently met procurement targets by contributing new ideas to develop better supplier relationships.
- Sourced and verified quotations from suppliers before initiating purchase processes.
- Worked with department heads to determine requirements for procurement activities.
- Facilitated project delivery by procuring raw materials and supplies.
- Negotiated with vendors and service providers to control corporate expenditures.
- Visited trade shows, showrooms and product design events to increase product offerings.
- Made 3 annual buying trips to preview new items and make purchases.
Procurement executive
NETS'N'SCREENS PVT LTD.
Mumbai, India
07.2011 - 12.2014
- Streamlined procurement processes for enhanced efficiency.
- Led purchasing negotiations to secure favourable terms.
- Managed supplier relationships, ensuring reliable supply chains.
- Developed strategies for cost reduction in procurement activities.
- Procured materials timely, helping meet production deadlines.
- Sourced and verified quotations from suppliers before initiating purchase processes.
Education
Diploma - Interior Design
L. S. Raheja School of Architecture
Mumbai / India 06.2009 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Mumbai
Mumbai / India 04.2009 - 06.2011
Skills
- Materials requirement planning
- Procurement strategy
- Strategic sourcing & Purchasing
- Critical-thinking
- Logistics & Shipping coordination
- Vendor relationship management
- Supplier management
- Excel proficiency
- Computer literacy
- Research
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Native
French
Elementary
Timeline
Procurement manager
MEISTERWERK FIT OUT LLC
08.2022 - Current
Procurement assistant
AR. PARIJAT MISRA ARCHITECTURE & INTERIORS
03.2015 - 04.2022
Procurement executive
NETS'N'SCREENS PVT LTD.
07.2011 - 12.2014
Diploma - Interior Design
L. S. Raheja School of Architecture
06.2009 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Mumbai
04.2009 - 06.2011
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