Karthik P

Procurement Specialist @ Genpact

About

I work in procurement and supply chain with 5+ years of experience across aerospace and manufacturing. Over time, I’ve learned that procurement is not just about processing purchase orders— it’s about making the right decisions when cost, quality, and timelines are all competing. In my current role, I: • Manage high-volume procurement operations (300+ POs/month) • Maintain SLA compliance above 95% • Reduce cycle delays and improve supplier performance • Drive cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiation I’ve worked extensively with SAP MM, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), RFQ/RFP processes, and cross-functional teams across engineering, finance, and operations. But beyond the numbers, what interests me most is this: 👉 How do you choose the right supplier? 👉 How do you reduce cost without increasing risk? 👉 How do you build supplier relationships that actually work? That’s what I’ll be sharing here. On this page, expect: • Practical procurement & sourcing insights • Real-world lessons (including mistakes) • Vendor management strategies • Cost optimization ideas that actually work If you’re in supply chain—or want to understand how procurement really works.I’m also open to opportunities in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain roles.

Country

India

City

Hyderabad

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Skill

Microsoft Excel, Spend Analysis, Request for Quotation (RFQ), Supplier Management, Procure-to-Pay, SAP Materials Management (SAP MM), Strategic Sourcing, Procurement

Experience

Procurement Specialist

Genpact

2022-10 - Present · 4 yrs

Hyderabad

• Managed end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations using SAP MM • Processed and tracked 300+ purchase orders monthly ensuring timely delivery • Maintained >95% SLA compliance through effective ServiceNow ticket management • Strengthened relationships with 100+ vendors, improving delivery performance from 85% to 96% • Executed sourcing activities including RFQ release, vendor evaluation, and supplier selection • Identified process inefficiencies and implemented improvements to enhance procurement cycle efficiency • Reduced procurement cycle delays by ~20% through process improvements • Expedited critical orders and resolved backorders to ensure business continuity • Collaborated with Sales, Finance, and Operations teams to eliminate bottlenecks • Enhanced procurement visibility and reporting using SAP MM and ERP tools • Monitored KPIs such as lead time, delivery schedules, and cost performance

Supply Chain Management Engineer

NUCON AEROSPACE

2020-9 - 2022-10 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Hyderabad

• Managed end-to-end procurement lifecycle from RFQ to goods receipt for aerospace manufacturing components • Negotiated supplier pricing and contracts, achieving 8–12% cost savings on raw materials and machining services • Led sourcing activities across 500+ vendors, improving supplier selection efficiency and turnaround time • Coordinated with engineering, quality, and production teams to align procurement with technical requirements • Conducted vendor evaluations and audits to ensure quality, compliance, and delivery performance • Handled procurement documentation including purchase orders, invoice verification, and goods receipt • Supported new product development by sourcing materials and assessing vendor capabilities