Sowjanya Lagadapati
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Executive with proven track record at VK Agro Chemicals and Nutri Enterprise, achieving significant cost reductions and enhancing inventory management through strategic sourcing and data-driven forecasting. Skilled in SAP and ERP systems, and adept at fostering teamwork, excel in negotiating contracts and developing risk mitigation strategies, securing a 30% cost savings on long-term supplier contracts.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Executive
VK Agro Chemicals and Nutri Enterprise
Hyderabad, India
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Led comprehensive procurement for infrastructure projects, resulting in 15% cost savings via strategic sourcing
- Secured long-term contracts with suppliers, resulting in 30% cost savings
- Implemented data-driven forecasting to enhance inventory management.
- Optimized supplier assessments leading to significant reliability gains
- Formulated risk mitigation plans to decrease procurement disruptions by 15%
- Achieved year-over-year cost reductions of approximately 10% through strategic budgeting.
- Conducted market trends analysis to optimize costs in changing economic conditions
- Enhanced regional performance with refined CRM strategies, boosting sales potential and driving substantial growth
Procurement Intern
VK Agro Chemicals and Nutri Enterprise
Hyderabad, India
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Achieved a 10% improvement in overall contract compliance.
- Reduced documentation errors by 15% through meticulous management
Procurement Support Volunteer
Local Community Initiatives
- Managed communication with vendors to facilitate local outreach programs
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management
Durham College of Applied Arts and Technology
Oshawa, Ontario11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Rai Technology University
Bangalore, India01.2018
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management: Experienced in identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with vendors to secure cost savings and quality assurance
- Contract Negotiation: Proficient in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts that align with project goals and regulatory standards
- Risk Management: Ability to develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize procurement disruptions and enhance project continuity
- Procurement Software: Competent in SAP, ERP systems, and CRM for streamlined and efficient procurement processes
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Strong data-driven decision-making skills and analytical approach to optimizing supply chain operations
- Communication & Collaboration: Effective communicator with cross-functional teams, fostering teamwork and goal alignment
Certification
- Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), In progress
- Training in SAP Procurement Module, Completed
- Contract Management, Completed
Languages
- English
- Telugu
- Kannada
Volunteer Experience
Procurement Support Volunteer, Local Community Initiatives, Coordinated vendor communications and handled contract administration for local outreach programs, helping achieve cost savings for donated goods and services.
Timeline
Procurement Executive
VK Agro Chemicals and Nutri Enterprise
01.2019 - 12.2023
Procurement Intern
VK Agro Chemicals and Nutri Enterprise
01.2019 - 06.2019
Procurement Support Volunteer
Local Community Initiatives
- Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), In progress
- Training in SAP Procurement Module, Completed
- Contract Management, Completed
Postgraduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management
Durham College of Applied Arts and Technology
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Rai Technology University
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