Sarath V

Assosicate Manager - Purchase @ Norden Communication

About

Results-driven Procurement & ERP Implementation Specialist with over a decade of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and ERP deployment. Skilled in optimizing procurement processes, cost reduction, and ensuring seamless ERP integration across multiple regions and departments. 🔹 Expertise in: ✔️ Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization ✔️ Vendor Evaluation & Contract Negotiation ✔️ ERP Implementation & Digital Transformation ✔️ Supply Chain & Risk Management ✔️ Budgeting, Forecasting & Market Analysis Proven ability to streamline procurement operations, drive cost savings, and enhance efficiency through innovative sourcing strategies and technology-driven solutions. Passionate about leveraging ERP for procurement excellence and operational scalability.

Country

India

City

Kerala

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

Procurement Management, Inventory Control, Stock Management, General Ledgers, Interpersonal Skills, Purchasing, Sourcing, Purchase Management, Vendor Evaluation and Selection, ERP Software, ERP Implementations, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement Process Optimization, Purchase Order Management, Market Research and Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting, Procurement Software Proficiency, Data Analysis and Reporting, Excellent Communication and Negotiation Skills

Experience

Assosicate Manager - Purchase

Norden Communication

2022-3 - Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

Kochi, Kerala, India

Procurement Specialist in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management. Skilled in analyzing market trends, assessing vendor capabilities, and developing sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and improve operational efficiency. And support the management in implemtion ERP over various regions and deparments. And Lead the implemenation process of ERP by communicating the Functional Requirment and understand the existing operation practices / SOP / Policy (can be written or unwritten) for each department to the delveopers. And Follow the Development Team on Timely and Correct Completion of TASK. along with review the TASK Completed by Development and ensure it is in alignment with requirement of internal departments.

Freelance Purchase and Business Development

Delta Vision Traders

2017-9 - 2021-12 · 4 yrs 4 mos

Thrissur

Purchase Executive

AL BABTAIN ENGINEERING INDUSTRIES CO

2013-5 - 2017-6 · 4 yrs 2 mos

Al-Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia

Responsible for effective management of Import Purchases as well as Local. Instrumentation in preparing various records as per the ISO standards. Establish strong business relationships with wholesalers / retailers in order to ensure quick delivery to meet the urgent requirements at minimum cost

Administrator

Great Indian Building Products Co Pvt Ltd, Thrissur, Kerala.

2011-9 - 2013-5 · 1 yr 9 mos

India

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the company accounts. Supports operations by supervising staff; planning, organizing, and implementing administrative systems. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the company accounts.

Store In-Charge – Power Press Production Plant

First Telecom Industries, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2010-4 - 2011-9 · 1 yr 6 mos

Al-Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia

Arrange and make available the material for the production without delay Key role in communicating with the customer to enable the delivery on time as per the requirement

Administrator

ASSR Group of Contractors, Thrissur, Kerala

2008-5 - 2010-4 · 2 yrs

India

Experienced in general administrative activities. Monitor end to end facilities management. Maintain effective procurement, housekeeping, safety, security Utilities, Communications infrastructure Space management etc. Organize weekly meeting with the staff to discuss issues, performance and strategies