Sri Chitra Reddy Seelam
Houston,Texas
Summary
Procurement Specialist with over 2.5 years of experience in managing procurement processes, supplier negotiations, and contract management. Proven ability to optimize purchasing strategies, reduce costs, and improve supply chain efficiency. Strong analytical skills with a track record of successful collaboration across department to meet organizational goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Specialist
IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances) Inc
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Performing procurement Internal and External audits, conducting a comprehensive review of processes
- Managed the procurement of goods and services for multiple departments, streamlining the purchasing and improving process and reducing lead times by 20%
- Offered assistance in formulating the purchasing system strategy
- Provided training and support to team and also escalated issues whenever required for all purchases
- Coordinated with the global help desk and purchase order administrators regarding any relevant changes or issues
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving favourable terms and reducing costs by 10%
- Maintained relationships with key suppliers, ensuring high levels of service and product quality
- Conducted regular supplier audits to assess performance and compliance with contractual obligations
- Assisted in the development of strategic sourcing initiatives that resulted in a 12% reduction in procurement costs
- Collaborated closely with internal and external auditors to ensure quality adhering to process standards, performing data analysis to identify non-compliance areas
- Independently managed procurement tasks for couple of regions and various clusters, optimizing purchasing processes
- Processed and expedited requisitions from manufacturing sites, adhering to strict timelines, and prioritizing critical orders
- Managed spot orders for specific commodities within approved thresholds, effectively optimizing procurement costs and vendor selections
- Managed procurement activities for commodities like direct and indirect purchases
- Analysed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify improvement areas and executed daily operational planning processes
- Provided support for purchasing system strategy, identifying opportunities for process improvements
- Identified customer ordering opportunities saved company expenses on Transportation
- Implemented and maintained purchasing catalogs, coordinating with suppliers to improve category hierarchy and utilization goals
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Developed and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
- Managed risk effectively by establishing contingency plans for potential disruptions in supply chains or market fluctuations affecting pricing structures.
Education
Master of Science - management information system
Lamar University
Beaumont, Tx12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Public Administration and Social management
11.2020
Skills
- ERP Systems (SAP)
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Table)
- Contract Negotiation
- Supplier Relationship Management
Certification
- Six sigma
- Demand Forecasting KPI’s for supply chain Planning
Accomplishments
- Recognized as an Exceptional performer of the year 2022.
- Received multiple internal awards for consecutive months.
Personal Information
Title: SAP Consultant
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances) Inc
12.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Public Administration and Social management
- Six sigma
- Demand Forecasting KPI’s for supply chain Planning
Master of Science - management information system
Lamar University
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