Raghavi Krishnasamy
Global Buyer
Chennai
Summary
Results-driven professional with a proven track record in spearheading innovative Sourcing/Procurement initiatives. Seeking challenging opportunities with a reputable organization. Strong focus on driving excellence and achieving tangible outcomes. Persuasive approach to problem-solving and strategic decision-making. Expertise in identifying cost-saving opportunities, optimizing supplier relationships, and streamlining procurement processes. Committed to delivering exceptional results. Eager to contribute skills and experience to an organization that values innovation and continuous improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Global Buyer
Emerson Process Management
11.2023 - Current
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
Supply Network Specialist
Caterpillar India Private Limited
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Possess strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving, Flexible & Positive attitude skills with a business mindset to understand the rationale behind the transactions
- Expert in Handling the NPI/NSI/ECN Timelines & critical situation with ability in order to deliver the projects in Timely Manner
- Demonstrating skill in creating and managing both local and import supply base
- Formulating Sourcing strategies for Hose, Fasteners & Decals Commodities
- Expert in Managing RBM, DMCR & Cost for entire PF category
- Timely closure of CICT Projects help to improve the savings by Category level
- Working on PO release and shipment follow up for first sample lot development
- Managing payment related issue with suppliers
- Training all new joiners on tools usage and process flow
- Managing Category related data for leadership review
- Experience in handling day to day activities in co-ordination with internal / external departments for ensuring smooth procurement operations
Procurement Analyst
Caterpillar India Private Limited
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Company Overview: (Under Agency)
- Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers and suppliers
- Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
- Managed supplier metric performance like SSP, PPM & DMCR
- Coordinating & identifying Localization opportunity for entire team
- Managed MSP Timeplan for over 40 projects
- Involving cross functional teams to create a collaborative environment to advance the business initiatives
- At Caterpillar, I have been assigned the Special Task to Deliver the Parts for NPI Programs & I am the representative from my team to updates the cross functional teams regularly to achieve the target before the Product is launched
- Received recognition from customers for providing timely update on project status
- Worked closely with team to complete projects on-time
- Managing Team meetings and preparing presentation for leadership review
- (Under Agency)
Education
Master of Engineering - Software Engineering
Saveetha Engineering College
08.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Velalar Engineering College
06.2009 - 05.2013
Higher Secondary - undefined
Erode Hindu Kalvi Nilayam Hr.Sec.School
06.2008 - 05.2009
Matriculation - undefined
St.Antony's Matriculation School
06.2006 - 05.2007
Skills
- Negotiation with Suppliers
- Team Building & Leadership
- Source Selection & Regulation
- Purchase order management
- Vendor relations
Certification
MS Office, 10/01/15
Timeline
Global Buyer
Emerson Process Management
11.2023 - Current
Supply Network Specialist
Caterpillar India Private Limited
07.2021 - 06.2023
Procurement Analyst
Caterpillar India Private Limited
08.2015 - 07.2019
Master of Engineering - Software Engineering
Saveetha Engineering College
08.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Velalar Engineering College
06.2009 - 05.2013
Higher Secondary - undefined
Erode Hindu Kalvi Nilayam Hr.Sec.School
06.2008 - 05.2009
Matriculation - undefined
St.Antony's Matriculation School
06.2006 - 05.2007
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