VIJAYAKUMAR G
Garment manufacturing
Tirupur
Summary
Proactive Purchasing Manager helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing and value assessment to form best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Manager
Carona Group
03.2013 - 11.2022
- Managed budgeting process for procurement department, monitoring spending against targets.
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and timely delivery of goods.
- Improved working capital position by negotiating extended payment terms with key suppliers without compromising on product quality or service levels.
- Administered agreements by negotiating change orders, executing contract extensions and resolving administrative issues.
- Developed and implemented strategic purchasing procedures and control systems to reduce direct costs and carrying costs.
- Negotiated salaries, administered offer letters and prepped candidates for background requirements and on-boarding paperwork.
- Managed and developed relationships with suppliers to attain maximum cost efficiency and leverage buying power.
- Calculated and reported actual and projected sourcing savings by spend categories.
- Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports.
- Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
General Manager
Geethanjali Knit
01.2004 - 08.2013
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
PSG COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
COIMBATORE 04.2001 -
Skills
Cost Analysis
Strategic Sourcing
Supplier Relationship Management
Procurement strategy
Material Planning
Sustainability practices
Negotiation expertise
Supply Chain Optimization
Strategic Business Relationships
Raw Material Purchasing
Supplier Performance
Negotiation Strategies
Pricing Updates
Documentation And Reporting
Relationship Building
Cost Assessments
Process Improvement
MS Office
Team Leadership
Pricing Structures
Timeline
Sourcing Manager
Carona Group
03.2013 - 11.2022
General Manager
Geethanjali Knit
01.2004 - 08.2013
MBA - Accounting And Finance
PSG COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
04.2001 -