Ashok P

Experienced and collaborative Procurement and Purchase Professional with 12+ years of dedicated service in fostering strong supplier partnerships and leading successful procurement initiatives. Skilled in managing end-to-end procurement cycles, from demand planning to contract close-out, while ensuring compliance and mitigating supply chain risks. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet organizational objectives and drive continuous improvement in procurement operations and negotiating favourable terms to ensure optimal quality and value.

Assistant Manager- Purchase - CENTUARY FIBRE PLATES PVT LTD

(2022-02)

• Drive new supply source development and contract negotiations for optimal rates. Develop new components from diverse supplier bases, ensuring quality. Conduct comprehensive vendor analysis and development, rigorously monitoring performance (delivery, quantity, cost, quality).
• Manage end-to-end procurement of supplies, services, and equipment, adhering to company policy. Oversee daily procurement activities, from acquisition to order placement, ensuring timely material availability through cross-functional coordination. Lead weekly reviews to resolve PR-to-PO delays and implement corrective strategies.
• Compile detailed cost/performance reports, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and lead cost reduction initiatives. Support marketing on pricing and generate critical weekly/monthly MIS reports for leadership.
• Analyse inventory for slow-moving, non-moving, and excess stock to optimize levels. Efficiently manage the timely disposal of rejected materials.
• Mentor new recruits and prepare essential timesheets and MIS reports.
• Organize pre-bid meetings and conduct thorough technical and commercial evaluations of offers.

Executive -Purchase - Nilkamal Limited

(2018-08 - 2022-02)

• Developed material procurement plans in sync with operations, defining clear delivery schedules. Proactively identified and cultivated new supply sources, leading purchase initiatives to secure highly competitive contracts through skilled negotiation.
• Established and maintained robust purchasing systems to control all procurement activities. Managed material procurement conducted price negotiations and market research, and reviewed purchase requisitions for organizational compliance.
• Ensured supplier schedule adherence and capacity utilization exceeding 95%. Enhanced supplier capabilities through audits (supplier, product, process), identifying non-conformances, and driving corrective action plans.
• Orchestrated necessary inspections, approvals, and licenses. Managed client/supplier correspondence processed monthly bills, and controlled inventory, purchasing, and planning. Devised weekly progress reports and prepared cost worksheets for both existing and new products.

Purchase In charge - Sleepster Industries Private Limited

(2017-03 - 2018-08)

• Develop comprehensive material requirement plans that directly support production schedules.
• Ensure continuous material availability for production and dispatch through precise inventory management.
• Lead new product development efforts.

Assistant Purchase - Peps industries Private Limited

(2013-11 - 2017-03)

• Managed the complete procurement cycle, from vendor inquiries and quotation collection to price negotiation, purchase order release, and diligent material follow-up.
• Oversaw daily operational procurement, including for cables, valves, hardware, mechanical consumables, lubricants, bearings, and stationery.
• Coordinated construction of living quarters.
• Managed essential manpower contracts, such as security, power plant O&M, and fire services.

B. E - Electrical Engineering - Anna University