Udayakumar Deivasigamani

Procurement, Imports & Logistics professional with 6+ years of GCC experience across hospitality, FMCG (food import & distribution), and interior design industries. Skilled in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and price & contract negotiation, including credit terms and Fixed Firm Price (FFP) agreements. Hands-on expertise in end-to-end import and customs documentation - Bill of Lading (BOL), Airway Bill, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (COO), Certificate of Conformity (COC), and product data/safety sheets - along with freight coordination, Inco-terms, and on-time delivery arrangement.

Proven ability to reduce procurement costs, strengthen supplier relationships, and streamline inventory and logistics operations.

Assistant Manager - Purchase & Store - Ramee Groups - Oman

(2024-12 - 2026-02)

Ramee Group is a hospitality-focused organization with operations across the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, and India.

• Managed end-to-end procurement of F&B, kitchen equipment, housekeeping, engineering, and operational supplies, negotiating pricing and credit terms with vendors.
• Led vendor management and price/contract negotiations, securing Fixed Firm Price (FFP) and credit-term agreements to control costs and ensure supply continuity.
• Coordinated with department heads to align purchasing plans with operational needs and delivery schedules.
• Maintained inventory control and stock levels, and conducted regular stock audits to minimize wastage and shrinkage.
• Controlled purchase budgets and delivered measurable reductions in overall procurement costs.
• Verified GRNs, invoices, and delivery documentation, ensuring full compliance with hotel SOPs and hygiene standards.
• Supervised store operations including receiving, storage, and material issuance with a focus on timely delivery arrangement to end users.

Assistant Manager - Purchase & Imports - Design Hub Co - Kuwait

(2023-07 - 2024-09)

Design Hub Contracting Co. is an interior design firm specializing in the procurement of materials from domestic and international markets, covering household essentials, kitchen accessories, home decor, and hospitality products.

• Sourced and imported materials from international and local suppliers, driving cost savings through price comparison and strategic contract negotiation.
• Managed import and customs documentation, prior to shipment clearance.
• Monitored stock levels and forecasted demand to ensure timely replenishment and avoid stock-outs.
• Identified and evaluated new suppliers, sourcing innovative products and materials for cost-benefit review.
• Managed procurement workflows through Kissflow, ensuring accurate estimation, requisition, and stock availability tracking.
• Coordinated with freight forwarders on shipment booking and logistics coordination, ensuring alignment with agreed Inco-terms and delivery timelines.
• Delegated and supervised local purchase tasks, tracked deliveries, and ensured timely receipt and inspection of products.

Assistant Manager - Purchase & Imports - Ghassan Almulhim Partners & CO - KSA

(2019-10 - 2023-02)

A leading food distribution company serving hotels, catering companies, wholesalers, retailers, and hypermarkets, specializing in the import of packed food from global regions.

• Managed global sourcing, purchase, and importation of packed food products from suppliers across Asia, Europe, and the US.
• Reviewed and verified import documentation - Bill of Lading (BOL), Airway Bill, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (COO), Certificate of Conformity (COC), and product specification sheets for food - prior to customs clearance.
• Researched and evaluated vendors, comparing offers to secure optimal pricing, credit terms, and quality assurance.
• Facilitated secure international payment processing through Letters of Credit (L/C) and Telegraphic Transfers (TT), ensuring timely settlement of transactions.
• Organized freight bookings and logistics coordination with shipping lines and forwarders, tracking orders to ensure on-time delivery arrangement.
• Prepared purchase and shipment reports and maintained updated records of orders, contracts, and supplier documentation.

Executive - Human Resource - York International - Chennai

(2017-06 - 2019-07)

A leading overseas recruitment and human resource solutions provider, connecting top talent with international clients worldwide.

• Sourced qualified candidates for overseas job openings using job portals and professional networks.
• Screened resumes, conducted phone interviews, and shortlisted candidates for client interviews.
• Created and posted job advertisements across multiple platforms.
• Coordinated interviews, scheduling, and travel arrangements between clients and candidates.

Documentation Staff - Sliver skies International - Chennai

(2015-02 - 2017-02)

A company providing visa assistance services.

• Assisted clients with visa document preparation and submission.
• Completed online and manual forms for various visa applications.
• Liaised with embassies to resolve client visa queries.

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management - Vels University (2012)