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Bharanidharan Sundarajan

Bharanidharan Sundarajan

Riyadh,Riyadh Region

Summary

Accomplished procurement specialist with expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cost analysis and negotiation. 8+ years of Experience with Proven track record in procurement planning, inventory control, and purchase order oversight. Adept at compliance and risk assessment, ensuring optimal operational efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Procurement manager

Sama Gulf Company Ltd.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
11.2021 - Current

Achieved substantial cost reductions through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
Enhanced vendor management practices to improve supplier performance and compliance.
Implemented purchasing strategies that supported organisational goals for quality and delivery efficiency.
Streamlined supply chain processes to ensure timely procurement of goods and services.

Procurement Engineer

Sim Arabia Company Ltd.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Evaluated potential suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery capabilities.
  • Solicited and analysed quotations for competitive pricing.
  • Prepared purchase orders to ensure timely material and service delivery.
  • Maintained supplier databases for accuracy and compliance.
  • Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors for cost-effective outcomes.
  • Drafted and managed supplier contracts and service-level agreements.
  • Monitored vendor performance to address issues promptly.
  • Ensured adherence to procurement policies and quality standards.

Procurement Engineer

Avalon technology Private Ltd.
Chennai, India
08.2017 - 08.2019
  • Managed end-to-end procurement operations for materials, supplies, and services.
  • Developed vendor management strategies that reduced material costs by 12% through effective negotiation.
  • Conducted market research to identify suppliers and alternatives, improving sourcing efficiency.
  • Collaborated with finance and inventory teams to monitor stock levels and forecast needs.
  • Prepared purchase orders while maintaining accurate procurement records and compliance.
  • Ensured timely delivery and quality assurance by coordinating with suppliers and logistics providers.
  • Utilised ERP systems (SAP / Oracle) to track orders and generate procurement reports.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Vaigai College of Engineering
Madurai, India
08.2013 - 04.2017

Skills

  • Strategic sourcing
  • Vendor management
  • Cost analysis and negotiation
  • Procurement planning
  • Inventory control
  • Purchase order oversight
  • Compliance and risk assessment

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Native
Telugu
Fluent
Malayalam
Advanced
Arabic
Intermediate

Certification

Saudi Council of Engineering (SCE) Member

Timeline

Procurement manager

Sama Gulf Company Ltd.
11.2021 - Current

Procurement Engineer

Sim Arabia Company Ltd.
10.2019 - 10.2021

Procurement Engineer

Avalon technology Private Ltd.
08.2017 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Vaigai College of Engineering
08.2013 - 04.2017
Bharanidharan Sundarajan