Podiatric & Wound Care Solutions

Driving virtual /hybrid/physical academic events with the help of suitable platforms and services for event planning and hosting

-Managed end-to-end responsibilities on event production for the organisation including planning, directing elementspreparation, vendor negotiations, logistics & procurement and P&L-Negotiated various supply and service agreements, delivering balanced commercial terms & conditions and favorablepayment terms-Responsible for sourcing supplies, forecasting inventory requirements, assessing risk, and daily operation of supplies-Consolidated supplier base by 30% through elimination of subpar suppliers, while improving total cost and efficiencies-Handled overseas and stalls remotely by actively managing shipment, inventory, and supply-Developed and implemented innovative and cost-effective procurement strategies-Set-up and actively managed vendor database including price and specifications-Supported corporate gifting and supplies in a timely manner-Attended various forums to improve network and stay abreast with industry trends

-Responsible for events, operations, procurement, project management, supply market analysis, supplier relationshipmanagement, administration, and supervision-Rallied my entire team to develop & execute cost-saving initiatives through idea generation drives and rewards & recognition-Maintained strong vendor relationships, achieved cost savings, and negotiated contracts for key categories-Brought leadership to the procurement department and motivated staff to achieve maximum performance and efficiency-Ensured on-time delivery and improved purchasing quality through setting up the quality check procedures for the suppliers-Involved in end-to-end corporate events planning including budgeting, onsite management, executive meetings, vendor negotiation, execution, artist selection and coordination, celebrity management, unique tour set-up, customised stalls etc.

-Managed daily operations including all complex tasks such as administration, finances, human resources, stock control, cashcontrol, gaming, marketing and promotions-Implemented feedback forms to improve Customer experience using statistical analytics-Developed and executed staff training programmes-Responsible for People and performance management. Drafted and published frequent reports to the management-Representing the hotel in tourism fairs and exhibitions

-Undertook research to understand Sales, Customer feedback and create awareness about the ‘Hot Eats’ product line by Cafécoffee day, new to market products in their Highway stores. The outcome of this project led to a 200% increase in ‘Hot Eats’products sales-Visited 26 Highway CCD across Karnataka. Drafted a questionnaire to collect Customer feedback and collate the informationfor management review-Recommended Customers to try these new products in highway stores & motivated café employees to promote better salesof these new offerings. Also, actively participated and supported the promotional activities organized by the area manager