Vinith Robin S
Sharjah
Summary
Detail-oriented Purchase specialist with over 8 years of experience in managing end-to-end Purchasing processes. Specialized in Sourcing, Inventory Management and cost optimization strategies. Skilled in Order management, and vendor relationship building to achieve consistent cost savings and operational efficiency. Proven expertise in forecasting, vendor management, Inventory and supply planning, ensuring seamless operations and 98%+ on-time delivery rates. Adept at analyzing procurement data to drive strategic decisions, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance with regulations and organizational policies. A proactive team player with strong project management skills, exceptional communication abilities, and proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools. Committed to driving value and efficiency in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchase Officer – Supply Chain Management
HAMI LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Vendor communications were managed effectively, resulting in successful price negotiations that reduced procurement costs by 12% annually
- Inventory levels were managed effectively, resulting in a 12% reduction in obsolete materials and maintaining stock-out rates below 2%
- Order management processes were streamlined, with over 1,200 purchase orders accurately processed and tracked, ensuring 95% on-time delivery of goods and services
- Strong vendor relationships were sustained and expanded, resulting in more favorable trading terms and exclusive product access across 3 regions
- Tracked shipments and proactively resolved delivery issues, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate and minimizing material shortages
- Supplier performance was evaluated and monitored using a structured KPI framework, leading to a 15% improvement in vendor delivery timelines
- Maintained supplier master data and facilitated onboarding of 20+ new suppliers, streamlining the sourcing process by 25%
- Continuous stakeholder engagement was maintained through bi-weekly feedback sessions, improving cross-functional alignment and project turnaround by 25%
- Collaborated cross-functionally with logistics and sales teams to ensure efficient stock allocation, contributing to a 20% reduction in backorders
- Utilized MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts) and PowerPoint to prepare weekly procurement performance reports, improving reporting speed by 30%
- Root cause analysis was performed on delayed deliveries and service failures, leading to process corrections that reduced such incidents by 25%
Senior Procurement Analyst
Flextronics Pvt.Ltd
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Developed supplier performance metrics to track service quality & delivery times, allowing for the implementation of proactive solutions to maintain 100% compliance with SLAs.
- Ensured 98% on-time availability of parts stocked in Timisoara source locations, reducing missed customer orders by 20%
- Directed suppliers to meet KPI targets by leveraging data-driven insights, leading to improved productivity of 10%.
- Accelerated shortage expedition process, resulting in a 98% efficiency rate & receiving honors for exceptional performance
- Monitored & managed 120 suppliers to optimize inventory management, reducing stock levels by 20% while maintaining an optimal level of on-hand inventory
Graduate Trainee Supply Chain Management
Wabco ZF
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Directed 70 + suppliers in managing supply chain operations including planning, procurement, Receipt, distribution & inventory.
- Supported in established local Vendor base as double source for Casting, forging for capacity enhancement & Responsible for managing a team for day to day running of stock analysis in the production line
Education
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering
Aalim Muhammed Salegh College of Engineering
Chennai, Tamil Nadu05.2017
Skills
- MS Office
- SAP ERP software
- Procurement & Vendor Management
- Negotiation & Cost Optimization
- Purchase Order & Inventory Management
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Cost analysis
- SAP
- Logistics coordination
- Strategic sourcing
Hobbies and Interests
Bike Cycling in the woods, Calligraphy, Music, Local meetups, Networking events
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Flex Chennai, India ( May 2019 – Dec 2020 ) Senior Procurement Analyst
- Provided weekly summaries of team activities & performance metrics to management, resulting in improved efficiency in work
Current Visa Status
Employment Visa
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Purchase Officer – Supply Chain Management
HAMI LLC
01.2021 - Current
Senior Procurement Analyst
Flextronics Pvt.Ltd
05.2019 - 12.2020
Graduate Trainee Supply Chain Management
Wabco ZF
01.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering
Aalim Muhammed Salegh College of Engineering