Manikandan Baskar
Chennai
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-oriented Senior Procurement Officer with 7+ years of progressive experience in the construction industry, specializing in the strategic sourcing and procurement of pipes, fittings, and related materials. Proven expertise in managing complex procurement operations for large-scale projects, optimizing costs, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and building strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders. Adept at contract negotiation, risk management, and implementing efficient procurement processes to support project success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Procurement Officer
Qatar National Plastic Factory
10.2022 - Current
- Improved internal stakeholder satisfaction through effective communication of procurement goals, timelines, and expectations. Championed sustainable procurement initiatives that promoted environmental stewardship and responsible sourcing practices within the organization.
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for successful negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship building. Conducted comprehensive market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
- Managed supplier relationships for improved contract terms and reduced lead times.
- Established performance metrics for suppliers, leading to continuous improvement in product quality and service delivery.
- Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, reducing overall purchasing costs and improving supplier performance.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring order progress and addressing any logistical issues as they arose.
- Streamlined procurement processes through automation, contributing to increased productivity and reduced cycle times.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand planning techniques and forecasting models.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, resulting in substantial cost savings.
- Standardized procurement procedures across multiple departments, enhancing operational consistency and efficiency.
- Developed risk management strategies to address potential disruptions in the supply chain proactively.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery. Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs. Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options. Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
- Reduced production downtime by overseeing quality control and assembly.
- Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.
- Performed yearly store audits in collaboration with managers, designers, and sales associates to provide feedback.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
Procurement Administration Officer
M/s. North Pole Construction
10.2016 - 03.2022
- Company Overview: Construction company specializing in Duplex Homes, Individual Villas, and Commercial Buildings in Chennai and around state.
- Control over all relevant Project Document submissions to clients, consultants, shareholders and vendors including control over internal and external documents, tracking, scanning, organize and deliver documents to the respective department, adhering to the company's document lifecycle procedures and archive inactive records in accordance with.
- Evidence of ability to explore customers needs adapt the service accordingly to ensure a quality service is delivered.
- Communicate and educates stakeholders on procurement policies, practices and abilities to increase awareness and engagement.
- This shall include the establishment of new monthly reporting requirements to our internal clients.
- Managed travel and expense reports for department team members.
- Typed documents such as correspondence, drafts, memos, and emails, and prepared reports for management.
- Research potential vendors and evaluate offers from the vendors.
- Negotiate contract terms of agreement of pricing.
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
- Review quality of purchased products.
- Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal database.
- Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices.
- Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed.
- Co-ordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage.
- Construction company specializing in Duplex Homes, Individual Villas, and Commercial Buildings in Chennai and around Tamilnadu state.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Developed strong partnerships with vendors to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication, timely payments, and transparent dealings.
- Prepared accurate purchase orders using relevant software applications, ensuring clear communication of requirements to suppliers.
- Supported sustainability efforts within the organization by procuring environmentally friendly materials whenever possible.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly to maintain reliable supply chain operations and address issues promptly.
- Contributed to company profitability by identifying innovative ways to cut costs without compromising essential business functions or stakeholder satisfaction levels.
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.
- Negotiated pricing structures, delivery schedules and other contract parameters.
Technical Support Executive
M/s. ACCESSS HEALTHCARE SERVICES PVT LTD
08.2014 - 09.2016
- Company Overview: Healthcare services provider specializing in insurance billing and claims management.
- Cash Patients Bills Updating & Reporting.
- Insurance Bills follow-up.
- Providing assistance in all documentation / follow ups and maintenance.
- Preparing Outstanding Reports, Preparing Department Subordinate Duty Rosters.
- Data Entry for all the insurance bills, credit bills and updating & monitoring corporate tie up bills as on date.
- Handle the claims and clarify to providers.
- Sets weekly goals to maintain timely postings in accordance with productivity standards.
- Maintains open lines of communication with Supervisor, Department Manager and other departmental personnel.
- Use of appropriate denial and adjustment reason codes for accurate reporting.
- Scan documents and payment batches to Physician Revenue Cycle scanning solution (On base).
- Quality checking in the daily basis for bulk of downloaded provider claims.
- Check the denials and corresponding pending payments help to providers.
- Reporting to the daily basis in bulk of batches to team leader and manager.
- Zero out the weekly downloaded batches from the providers.
- Healthcare services provider specializing in insurance billing and claims management.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes for faster resolution times, improving overall productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new strategies for handling complex technical problems.
- Supervised technical support staff service operations and assisted with maintenance advisory.
- Conducted root-cause analysis for recurring technical problems, developing long-term solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Offered assistance in implementing and developing training programs.
- Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.
Bank Business Sales Officer
HDFC BANK PVT LTD
05.2012 - 07.2014
- Company Overview: Private sector bank providing a range of banking and financial services. Identifying and Enterprising the Business to Self Help Groups under the Project Area, Developing the Rural Infrastructure and Loan Linkages from the Bank.
- Documentation and letter drafting, proving assistance and record keeping. Tracked all deposits and approved client loans and line of credit requests.
- Established production goals and motivated customers to reach and exceed such goals. Provided client support as needed and worked to resolve client matters.
- Performed period internal audits of banking procedures. Ensured confidentiality with all banking transactions and qualifications.
- Safely and effectively tracking cash deposits. Solid knowledge of credit and financing policies and procedures. Familiar with state banking regulations.
- Profound ability to interact with new and existing customers. Private sector bank providing a range of banking and financial services.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely follow-ups and personalized service. Responded to customer needs by answering questions and providing detailed information about [Product or Service].
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science - C.S
Bharathidasan University
01.2009
MCA – Master of Computer Application - undefined
American College of Arts & Science
01.2012
Skills
- MS Office
- SAP ERP (Material Management)
- Production Management
- Records Management
- Clerical Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Purchasing Agent
- Sales Consultant
- Patience
- Fast learner
- Duty manner
- Team Player
- Procurement process improvement
- Supplier relationship management
- Supply chain optimization
- Global procurement
- Demand forecasting
- Spend analysis
- Budget planning
- Cost reduction strategies
- Purchasing policies
- Supplier management
- Price negotiation
- Cost analysis
- Supplier liaison
- Market analysis
- Vendor acquisition
- Business review preparation
- Organization skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Materials purchasing
- Purchase order creation
- Product knowledge
- Materials management
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Performance monitoring
- Financial reporting
- Purchasing
- Vendor relations
- Shipment verification
- Logistics management
- Vendor relationship management
- Forecasting
- Cost calculation
- Contract management
- Invoice verification
- Price dispute resolution
Certification
Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
Timeline
Senior Procurement Officer
Qatar National Plastic Factory
10.2022 - Current
Procurement Administration Officer
M/s. North Pole Construction
10.2016 - 03.2022
Technical Support Executive
M/s. ACCESSS HEALTHCARE SERVICES PVT LTD
08.2014 - 09.2016
Bank Business Sales Officer
HDFC BANK PVT LTD
05.2012 - 07.2014
MCA – Master of Computer Application - undefined
American College of Arts & Science
Bachelor of Computer Science - C.S
Bharathidasan University
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