Chandra Prakash Joshi

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement professional with 12+ years of experience managing end to end sourcing operations, Supplier negotiations, and category management across Telecom & FMCG Industries, expertise in leading RFx Processes (RFI,RFP,RFQ) Supplier negotiation, Vendor onboarding, and Contract management and collaborating with global stakeholders experienced in managing procurement across multiple categories including People services, Travel management, Office supplies, F&B, Brand merchandise, and IT accessories Skilled in SAP Ariba, Procurement analytics and cost optimization strategies to improve procurement efficiency and supplier performance.

Sourcing Manager - Ericsson India Pvt. Ltd. - Gurugram

(2021-12 - 2025-03)

• Managed end-to-end Sourcing activities including RFx Processes, Supplier negotiations and Vendor selection for global procurement operations.
• Conducted comparative analysis of supplier's RFx process to support cost-effective sourcing decisions.
• Managed supplier onboarding and contract sign off and ensuring compliance with internal procurement policies.
• Collaborated with Global stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business and operational requirements.

Supply Chain Officer - Reliance Jio Infocom. Ltd. - Gurugram

(2017-07 - 2021-12)

• Managed end-to-end supply of mobile devices, accessories, routers, Set-Top Boxes (STBs), Optical Network Terminals (ONTs), and marketing communication materials to support corporate operations.
• Received goods from the logistic hub inward in the system through goods receipt note according to the PO and maintain inventory managed end to end SO from the vendor and distribute the material.
• Conducted thorough supplier evaluation, onboarding, and due diligence processes, fostering strong vendor relationships while securing cost-effective contracts aligned with business requirements.
• Administered comprehensive inventory management, including daily stock reconciliation and identifying gaps between physical inventory and system records to maintain accuracy.

Procurement Specialist - Usha Fasteners Pvt. Ltd. - Gurugram

(2014-05 - 2016-05)

• Managed sourcing, purchase orders, and inventory control to optimize costs, ensure quality, and maintain seamless operations.
• Managed RFQs, from vendors supplier negotiation and inventory coordination.
• Managed SO from the customer and distribute the material as per SO stock reconciliation physical vs system
• Built and sustained strong vendor relationships to ensure business continuity, timely delivery, and cost-effective sourcing.

Logistic Executive - Fashion and You - Gurugram

(2012-01 - 2014-02)

• Managed sales orders from customer and material procurement across multiple categories such as Mobiles, Office accessories, Men's fashion, Sports & fitness etc.
• Managed PO from the vendors and inward the goods as per the category and maintains the inventory.
• Managed RFQ's all the respective categories and supplier negotiation, due diligence managed supplier onboarding.
• Maintain strong vendor relationship for smooth supply and cost efficiency.

MBA - ICFAI University Dehradun (2010)