A skilled expert with over 30+ years of experience in Procurement Management, Inventory Management Relationship Management, Procurement Process Planning, Budgeting and Cost Optimization Problem-Solving, Demand Forecasting and Planning, ERP and SAP MM Proficiency, People Management★ A highly skilled professional with expertise in managing the procurement process and optimizing the supply chain and strategically sourcing and procuring goods and services, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials. ➤ WHERE CAN I ADD VALUE• Expert in vendor identification and selection, resulting in substantial cost reductions without compromising quality. Evaluating vendors based on prompt delivery and favourable credit terms.• Proficient in optimizing the end-to-end procurement process, from inquiries to competitive evaluations and skilful negotiations for favourable agreements.• Implementing accurate demand forecasts and ensuring suppliers meet expectations for service, cost, delivery, and quality while driving value through technological advancements and supplier innovation.• Providing guidance in inventory categorization and optimizing management of slow-moving items to resolve stagnation issues.• Skilled in budgeting and allocating funds for procurement, maximizing material utilization, and achieving significant cost savings.➤Key achievements• Managed procurement activities for Capex/Opex materials, services, AMCs, and CMCs, ensuring timely acquisition and cost-effectiveness.• Technical proficiency in ERP systems, including comprehensive database management and utilizing SAP MM Module for enhanced procurement operations• Led the Engineering & Maintenance department, overseeing diverse areas such as Civil, Electrical, IT Infrastructure, and other Airport Operations requirements.About Me★ A detail-oriented professional adept at optimizing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient logistics operations. Demonstrated expertise in analyzing market trends, negotiating contracts, and implementing cost-saving initiatives.📧 Do reach me out at: sreesai_70@yahoo.com|+ 91- 9538882630