Lokesh Patturu
United States
Summary
- 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply chain, and Inventory optimization.
- Skilled in ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Fusion), RFx processes, and TCO analysis.
- Proven track record in reducing costs, improving supplier performance, and streamlining logistics.
- Adept at material management, demand planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Certified in Lean Six Sigma, excels in driving efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Analyst
University of Houston – Clear Lake
Houston, TX
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed the end-to-end procurement cycle using SAP Ariba, processing over 500 POs with 98% on-time supplier delivery.
- Led sourcing initiatives (RFx: RFQ/RFP), achieving a 15% cost reduction through TCO-based supplier selection.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize vendor onboarding, improving procurement efficiency by 25%.
- Monitored KPIs and created Power BI dashboards for supplier performance, improving contract compliance by 30%.
Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Genpact Headstrong Capital Markets
Hyderabad, India
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Drafted and executed over 50 RFQs/RFPs annually, reducing the procurement cycle by 30% and saving $1.2 million.
- Managed vendor relationships and contract negotiations for over $5 million, delivering a 20% cost savings.
- Utilized SAP and Oracle for PO lifecycle, vendor performance tracking, and invoice resolution.
- Ensured sourcing compliance and improved lead time by streamlining RFx processes with cross-functional teams.
Procurement & Supply Chain Manager
Eterno Infotech
India
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed over $10 million in procurement spend; reduced sourcing costs by 12% using TCO models and competitive bidding.
- Implemented procurement KPIs and supplier scorecards, increasing operational efficiency by 30%.
- Oversaw MRP planning and ensured optimal stock levels through Blue Yonder integration.
- Led MRO procurement optimization, reducing indirect spend, and minimizing equipment downtime by 20%.
Buyer & Logistics Coordinator
Creative Structures
India
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Oversaw logistics and purchasing for a $5M+ inventory portfolio; achieved a 98% OTIF delivery rate.
- Reduced overstock by 20% and improved warehouse space utilization by revamping reorder levels.
- Negotiated long-term supplier contracts for MRO materials, reducing service costs by 15%, and delays by 30%.
- Coordinated RFx events and developed vendor SLAs to streamline material handling and delivery schedules.
Production & Procurement Planner
DVGR Precisions
India
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Developed MRP forecasts, improving inventory accuracy by 30%, and reducing stockouts by 25%.
- Performed TCO analyses for procurement planning, enhancing supplier selection, and visibility.
- Improved procurement lead times by 20% by redesigning supply schedules and vendor performance metrics.
- Integrated procurement data using Excel models and SAP ERP to enhance decision-making accuracy.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Management
University of Houston-Clearlake
Houston12-2024
Skills
Data analysis
- SQL, Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros, Solver), Power BI, Tableau, Data Visualization, Procurement Analytics
Supply Chain and Procurement
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Strategic Sourcing (RFx: RFI/RFP/RFQ), Contract Management, MRO Procurement, Inventory Optimization, Demand Forecasting, Logistics Coordination, PO Lifecycle, and Cost Reduction
ERP and tools
- SAP Ariba, Oracle EBS, S4/HANA, Coupa, Blue Yonder, MRP, MS Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL
Reporting and analysis
- KPI Dashboards, Spend Analysis, Procurement Analytics, Supply Chain Risk Assessment
Certification
- Supply Chain and Analytics Certificate (SCA)
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt (CSSC)
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
University of Houston – Clear Lake
09.2023 - 08.2024
Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Genpact Headstrong Capital Markets
11.2021 - 12.2022
Procurement & Supply Chain Manager
Eterno Infotech
02.2020 - 11.2021
Buyer & Logistics Coordinator
Creative Structures
02.2019 - 02.2020
Production & Procurement Planner
DVGR Precisions
05.2018 - 02.2019
Master of Science - Engineering Management
University of Houston-Clearlake