Yathindra BN Hebbar

Led end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations across utility-scale solar EPC projects in the Middle East, driving cost optimization, timely execution, and supplier performance. Managed cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance, and project teams to align procurement strategies with project timelines and budgets. Specialized in 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗔𝗣 𝗠𝗠, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀, ensuring efficient procurement lifecycle execution and risk mitigation. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: ✅ Delivered procurement for a 𝟰𝟱𝟬 𝗠𝗪 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁, ensuring 95–100% on-time material delivery ✅ Expanded global supplier network across 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 ✅ Optimized procurement strategies to improve cost competitiveness and delivery reliability ✅ Strengthened logistics execution, minimizing delays and supply chain disruptions ✅ Recognized for driving high-impact procurement strategies in large-scale EPC projects [Strategic Sourcing, EPC Procurement, Supply Chain Management, SAP MM, Global Logistics, Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Solar Projects, Cost Optimization, Leadership]

Led strategic procurement planning and execution for global solar EPC projects, ensuring alignment with engineering and project delivery schedules. Managed sourcing of key solar equipment and drove supplier performance through structured evaluation and negotiation frameworks. Specialized in 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆, and supplier risk management. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: ✅ Improved procurement efficiency through structured vendor evaluation and tracking systems ✅ Led sourcing of 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗠𝗠𝗦, 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗔 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 ✅ Reduced procurement risks via strengthened supplier partnerships ✅ Ensured compliance with global quality and project standards ✅ Enhanced procurement visibility and execution through process improvements [Procurement Strategy, Solar EPC, Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Risk Mitigation, Supply Chain Optimization]

Managed procurement and supplier ecosystems for solar EPC projects, focusing on cost efficiency, delivery performance, and vendor development. Coordinated procurement schedules with engineering and execution teams to ensure seamless project progress. Specialized in 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, and procurement planning. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: ✅ Achieved cost optimization through strategic sourcing initiatives ✅ Strengthened supplier ecosystem and vendor performance metrics ✅ Improved delivery timelines through procurement coordination ✅ Led sourcing of structures, electrical systems, and BOS components ✅ Enhanced contract execution and supplier accountability [Strategic Procurement, Cost Optimization, Supplier Management, EPC Projects, Contract Execution, Procurement Planning]

Led international procurement for large-scale solar EPC projects across multiple geographies, supporting over 3 GW of solar installations globally. Managed global sourcing, contract negotiations, and logistics operations across diverse markets. Specialized in 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀, 𝗢𝗘𝗠 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲-𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: ✅ Managed 𝗨𝗦𝗗 𝟳𝟬𝟬𝗠+ 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 and 𝟯,𝟱𝟬𝟬+ 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 globally ✅ Achieved 𝟵𝟱–𝟭𝟬𝟬% 𝗼𝗻-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 across projects ✅ Led sourcing of critical solar components including PV modules, inverters, and transformers ✅ Strengthened global OEM relationships and supplier contracts ✅ Optimized procurement budgets and logistics execution [Global Procurement, International Logistics, Solar EPC, OEM Management, Contract Negotiation, Supply Chain Leadership]

Managed procurement for electrical and infrastructure projects, handling sourcing, vendor evaluation, and purchase execution. Collaborated with project teams to ensure timely material delivery and cost control. Specialized in 𝗥𝗙𝗤𝘀, 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: ✅ Improved procurement efficiency through vendor consolidation ✅ Ensured timely delivery of electrical equipment for multiple projects ✅ Strengthened supplier relationships and negotiation outcomes ✅ Streamlined procurement processes and documentation ✅ Supported successful execution of infrastructure projects [Procurement Operations, Vendor Management, Electrical Projects, RFQ Management, Cost Control, Supply Chain]

Supported core procurement operations including sourcing, purchase order processing, vendor coordination, and inventory tracking, while developing a strong foundation in supply chain functions. Assisted with procurement documentation and reporting, coordinated with vendors to track deliveries, and contributed to effective inventory monitoring and control. Improved process accuracy and overall coordination, building essential skills in procurement support, vendor management, and supply chain basics.