Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Key Areas Of Expertise
Personal Traits
Software
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MANOJ MURALITHARAN T

Purchase Buyer
Tirunelveli

Summary

Over 10 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, and sourcing from both domestic and international markets.

Proven expertise in non-BOM material procurement across multi-branch operations, managing supplier performance and reducing costs.

Skilled in releasing and managing Master Service Agreements including employee transport, logistics, canteen, housekeeping, security, and material contracts.

Hands-on experience in material requirement planning (MRP), cost control, and compliance with audit standards.

Proficient in EXIM shipment handling, including negotiation and administration of local logistics and freight agreements.

Strong track record of cost reduction via process improvements, vendor consolidation, and strategic sourcing.

Experienced in IT hardware procurement (PCs, servers, switches) and subscription renewals for design and engineering software.

Managed capex procurement for industrial assets like machinery, jigs, fixtures, and trolleys for production units.

Competent in SAP-based purchase order processing, follow-up, supplier payments, and timely material availability.

Effective communicator and team player with the ability to perform under pressure and contribute to new product development.

Adept at generating and analyzing daily, weekly, and monthly procurement performance reports for business insight.

Committed to developing alternate sources for critical items and enhancing supply chain resilience.

Ensured audit-compliant procurement processes through systematic follow-ups and documentation, contributing to successful audits including IATF, TISAX, Internal Audit (IA), ISO etc.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6045
6045
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

IDP Regional Buyer

TRACTOR AND FARM EQUIPMENT LIMITED
02.2023 - Current
  • Led end-to-end procurement of Non-BOM materials across branch offices in TN, AP,MH & managing with a three-member team to ensure seamless supply operations.
  • Oversaw long-term service agreements for critical functions including manpower supply, security, housekeeping, OHS, courier services, and employee transportation.
  • Handled all EXIM (export-import) shipments for three manufacturing units and administered contracts for local inbound and outbound logistics partners.
  • Managed IT procurement lifecycle covering PCs, servers, switches, and coordinated renewal of software ALCs, AMCs, and design tool subscriptions.
  • Procured and deployed plant assets such as industrial machinery, trolleys, JIGs, and fixtures, aligning with production and operational expansion plans.A
  • Acheived cost savings of 5% on Yearly Controllable Spend (1Cr for last year 2024)

SR. ENGINEER - Purchase

FCC CLUTCH INDIA PVT LTD.
02.2021 - 01.2023

ENGINEER - Purchase

HANIL TUBE INDIA PVT LTD.
05.2019 - 01.2021

Non-Production Buyer

LEAR AUTOMOTIVE INDIA PVT LTD.
01.2017 - 05.2019

ENGINEER - Purchase

JAMNA AUTO INDUSTRIES PVT LTD.
06.2014 - 11.2016

Education

MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS - IDE
Chennai
12.2021

Shri Angalamman College of Engineering & Technology
Tiruchirapalli
05.2014

High School Leaving Certificate -

KAMLAVATHI Higher Secondary School
Tiruchendur, Tamilnadu
04.2010

Secondary School Leaving Certificate - undefined

KAMLAVATHI Higher Secondary School

Skills

  • Inventory management

  • Vendor negotiation skills

  • Budgeting and cost evaluation

  • Vendor sourcing strategies

  • Effective negotiation skills

  • Strategic issue identification

  • Contract negotiation

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Supplier communication

  • Active listening

Key Areas Of Expertise

  • Materials Management / Purchasing
  • Inventory Control / Financial Cost Analysis & Synergy Working
  • Vendor Development Negotiating with vendors for the best possible pricing.
  • Managing Pressurised situation with Quick Solutions.
  • P-Save Achievement.

Personal Traits

  • Adaptability
  • Positive Attitude
  • Focus on priorities
  • Understand technology on a Macro level
  • Maintaining good relationship with all department Users.

Software

SAP MM Module

COUPA

QAD

LOGNET

Timeline

IDP Regional Buyer

TRACTOR AND FARM EQUIPMENT LIMITED
02.2023 - Current

SR. ENGINEER - Purchase

FCC CLUTCH INDIA PVT LTD.
02.2021 - 01.2023

ENGINEER - Purchase

HANIL TUBE INDIA PVT LTD.
05.2019 - 01.2021

Non-Production Buyer

LEAR AUTOMOTIVE INDIA PVT LTD.
01.2017 - 05.2019

ENGINEER - Purchase

JAMNA AUTO INDUSTRIES PVT LTD.
06.2014 - 11.2016

Secondary School Leaving Certificate - undefined

KAMLAVATHI Higher Secondary School

MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS - IDE

Shri Angalamman College of Engineering & Technology

High School Leaving Certificate -

KAMLAVATHI Higher Secondary School
MANOJ MURALITHARAN TPurchase Buyer