Sourav Saji

▪ Managed the end-to-end procurement cycle of FMCG for the UK market, sourcing products from multiple UK suppliers and coordinating sales to retailers, ensuring smooth international trade operations and consistent product availability. ▪ Monitored supplier pricing through wholesale platforms and market sources to maintain competitive pricing strategies, supporting improved margin control and pricing accuracy. ▪ Secured monthly, periodic, and quarterly supplier promotions through supplier negotiations and the Confex platform, contributing to increased sales opportunities and improved profitability. ▪ Generated and managed purchase orders in line with supplier deadlines, proactively expediting order confirmations, bookings, and deliveries to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent supply disruptions. ▪ Processed sales orders and warehouse pick notes for UK customers, coordinating with warehouse teams to ensure accurate order fulfillment and timely dispatch. ▪ Maintained a comprehensive sales order tracker, improving order visibility and ensuring efficient coordination between procurement, warehouse, and sales teams. ▪ Managed weekly website content updates, including uploading promotional banners and resolving missing product images, improving product visibility and supporting online sales initiatives. ▪ Utilized ERP systems and advanced Excel reporting tools (pivot tables, sales dashboards, and stock reports) to track purchasing performance and support data-driven procurement decisions.

Managed end-to-end procurement of FMCG products for UK market, handling 700+ SKUs and ensuring consistent product availability across retail channels.. Sourced products from multiple UK suppliers ensuring consistent availability. Negotiated supplier promotions and pricing to improve margins. Created and managed purchase orders ensuring timely deliveries. Coordinated with warehouse teams for order fulfillment and dispatch. Improved order tracking efficiency by implementing structured tracking system, reducing delays by 15%. Used ERP systems and Excel dashboards for procurement analysis.

▪ Managed end-to-end international procurement and import buying of FMCG & Groceries from global markets including UK, Bahrain, Sri Lanka, Peru, Netherlands, France, Latvia, and the UAE, ensuring cost- effective sourcing and consistent product availability. ▪ Developed and executed strategic sourcing and purchasing strategies to optimize supplier selection, reduce procurement costs, and improve supply chain efficiency. ▪ Conducted weekly sales, demand forecasting, and inventory analysis to monitor brand performance and align purchasing decisions with sales forecasts and merchandising plans. ▪ Evaluated SKU performance and product lifecycle through detailed sales analysis, identifying best-selling and underperforming products and recommending improvements to product assortment and category strategy. ▪ Managed supplier relationships and vendor communications, negotiating pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to ensure favorable commercial agreements and reliable supply. ▪ Prepared vendor performance reviews and end-of-season buying analysis, evaluating sales, margins, and supplier performance to support data-driven buying decisions. ▪ Coordinated with logistics, warehouse, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth import operations, shipment tracking, and timely product deliveries. ▪ Implemented inventory planning and stock optimization strategies to prevent stock shortages, reduce excess inventory, and maintain optimal stock levels across retail locations. ▪ Conducted sales gap and stock availability analysis, identifying lost sales opportunities caused by stock- outs, underperforming products, or regional demand variations. ▪ Partnered with marketing and merchandising teams to plan promotional campaigns, seasonal offers, and in-store activations aimed at increasing product visibility and driving sales. ▪ Monitored market trends, competitor pricing, and consumer demand to support informed buying decisions and maintain competitive product positioning.

Improved stock availability by 15% through demand forecasting and inventory planning. Led international sourcing across 8+ countries, improving supplier efficiency and reducing procurement cost by 12%. Developed sourcing strategies to reduce procurement costs. Conducted demand forecasting and inventory analysis. Evaluated SKU performance and optimized product assortment. Negotiated supplier pricing and promotions, improving margins by 12-18%. Coordinated with logistics and supply chain teams. Monitored market trends and competitor pricing.

▪ Managed end-to-end procurement and purchasing operations for a UK-based project, ensuring timely sourcing, invoice processing, and supplier payments to support operational efficiency and business continuity. ▪ Prepared purchase orders and tracked procurement cycles, ensuring accurate documentation and alignment with budgetary and category strategies. ▪ Maintained accurate procurement records, product master data, and supplier databases within ERP systems to support audit readiness and effective purchasing decisions. ▪ Collaborated with internal stakeholders, including sales, finance, and project teams, to align purchasing decisions with operational requirements, category strategies, and business objectives. ▪ Generated monthly procurement and operational reports such as cost sheets, Direct Debit (DD) reports, and expense tracking to inform management and support strategic sourcing decisions. ▪ Monitored purchase trends, supplier performance metrics, and procurement KPIs, providing actionable insights to enhance purchasing strategy, inventory control, and category management. ▪ Utilized ERP systems and advanced Excel tools to track procurement transactions, supplier payments, and inventory levels, supporting data-driven buying and sourcing decisions.