Savvy Procurement Supervisor committed to helping companies build dependable supply networks for uninterrupted service. Eager to work with vendors and negotiate contracts for long-term growth and mutual business support. Monitors ordering processes for inventory accuracy and timely delivery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
SALES ASSOCIATES
CANADIAN TIRE CORP, LAIRD AND EGLINGTON
12.2021 - Current
Responds to and handle customer inquiries, requests, and concerns in a timely manner, over the phone and in person.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Learns about new products regularly
Inventory counting and adjusting
Keeps updated with in-store promotions, deals, and product locations
Identify low stock levels and maintain inventory accuracy
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
Reconcile inventories with physical cycle counts, as required.
Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Locates products in the store and fill holes.
Area Manager
Adani Wilmar Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2021
India’s largest manufacturer of edible oil and is into commodities distribution
Experience in managing monthly & quarterly roadmaps, strategy, mission, and milestones to drive the region's volume, value, and market share.
Develop and maintain an efficient distribution network to ensure the comprehensive availability of the company products and services across the region to exceed the sales targets consistently.
Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.
Researched new vendors and partners to obtain most cost-effective pricing for goods, saving company 1 Million in one year.
Lead the follow-up with the storehouse supervisor to ensure that adequate inventory stock of products is maintained for the region to meet the sales delivery schedules and provide the distributors with superior service levels and meet the customer's needs.
Performed yearly store audits in collaboration with managers, designers and sales associates to provide feedback.
Area Manager
Ruchi Soya Industries Ltd
04.2018 - 09.2020
India’s 2nd largest manufacturer of edible oil
Developed productive relationships with key account holders.
Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.
Prioritized important customers by reviewing logistics and handling shortages, delivery schedules and office functions.
Develop and maintain an efficient distribution network to ensure the comprehensive availability of the company’s products and services across the region to exceed sales targets consistently
Performed yearly store audits in collaboration with managers, designers and sales associates to provide feedback.
Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
Area Sales Manager
Desai Brothers Ltd
07.2015 - 03.2018
A leading ethnic Indian food FMCG Company
Developed sales plans and budgets to exceed the annual sales objectives for the region consistently
Monitored and controlled the sales budget to ensure the optimum utilization of resources in the region
Generated sales of company products in the area through a team of Territory Sales Managers (TSM) and Territory Sales In-charge (TSI) to achieve or exceed the annual sales targets
Managed and supported a group of 2 TSMs, 4 Key Account Executives and 20 TSIs
Conducted regular market visits to check route coverage and competitor activity and continuously searched for new opportunities to increase regional sales
Provided distributors and customers in the area with information about new or improved products and services
Liaised with the Marketing team to ensure that adequate marketing support through merchandising and promotions is available in the region to provide brand visibility and promote sales in the region.
TSI and Sales Officer
Britannia Industries Ltd
08.2012 - 06.2015
Is a leading Indian food FMCG company
Managed sales & marketing operations in the assigned territory and was responsible for sales of over 25 Cr
Annually
Responsible for order generation and ensuring the timely availability of stock at every level
Ensured proper and effective supply chain and distribution of schemes in the market
Responsible for achieving the primary and secondary sales targets
Managed 32 distributors and approximately 10200 retail outlets while leading a team of 3 TSI, 10 PSM
Territory Sales Executive
Vodafone South Essar Ltd
02.2012 - 08.2012
Is a leading Telecom company
Responsible for operating all schemes & promotional activities (Marketing & Sales) as per prior approvals
Achieved volume and value objectives of the assigned territory within budget, time and policy parameters through efficient control of the network undercharge (i.e., distributors, retailers)
Timely implementation and partnership with merchandising for branding activities at stores
Monitored inventory control, ensuring the stock's ready availability per the market demand
Responsible for keeping track of sales and regularly conducting reviews with the extended sales team.
Procurement Officer
Reliance Communications Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2012
Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages and cutting costs.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Supply Chain Management - Global Logistics
Fleming College,
Toronto, ON
04.2023
Post Graduate Diploma - International Business Management
Durham College
Oshawa, ON
10.2022
MBA - Marketing
Institute of Business Studies And Research
India
05.2009
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
05.2006
Skills
Vendor Negotiations
Supply Chain Performance Management
Team Management
Client Relationships
Project Deadlines
Supplier Management
Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Client Correspondence
Supply Chain Distribution
Certification
CIFFA Certification in Freight Forwarding 2023
FITT Certification 2022
Timeline
SALES ASSOCIATES
CANADIAN TIRE CORP, LAIRD AND EGLINGTON
12.2021 - Current
Area Manager
Adani Wilmar Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2021
Area Manager
Ruchi Soya Industries Ltd
04.2018 - 09.2020
Area Sales Manager
Desai Brothers Ltd
07.2015 - 03.2018
TSI and Sales Officer
Britannia Industries Ltd
08.2012 - 06.2015
Territory Sales Executive
Vodafone South Essar Ltd
02.2012 - 08.2012
Procurement Officer
Reliance Communications Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2012
Post Graduate Diploma - Supply Chain Management - Global Logistics
Fleming College,
Post Graduate Diploma - International Business Management