Sreehari Radhakrishnan

Highly motivated Senior Purchaser with 4+ years of experience in auto parts procurement and 3+ years in administration. Offering a proven track record in streamlining operations, optimizing supply chain processes, and improving stock management. Skilled in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization. Proficient in inventory management, purchase order creation, and end-to-end procurement processes. Committed to delivering high-quality results, establishing strong supplier relationships, and exceeding targets. Experienced in handling administrative duties and ensuring efficient operations. MBA in Marketing qualified professional ready to leverage combined experience and drive operational excellence in a challenging role.

SENIOR PURCHASER – AUTOMOTIVE PARTS

Mannai Corporation QPSC, Doha, Qatar | February 2019 – Present

• Responsible for strategic procurement of spare parts across different categories, ensuring continuous sourcing and optimal stock levels for increased revenue.
• Analyze stock and sales movement to determine safety stock orders for Cadillac, GMC, and Subaru parts.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, monitor parts-related issues and discrepancies, and escalate them to suppliers when necessary.
• Provide timely updates on parts status to the sales team, assist the service team and managers, and improve communication to meet customer needs.
• Managed purchasing functions, optimized supply chain and logistics processes, and improved stock management. Maintained strong supplier relationships and negotiated favorable terms and conditions.
• Proficient in inventory management, stocktaking, and cycle counting for accurate stock levels. Created purchase orders and managed the end-to-end procurement process for spare parts.
• Managed the smooth operations and ensured customer satisfaction as a Warehouse Coordinator in wholesale warehouse for 6 months during the Corona pandemic, showcasing adaptability and effective management skills.
• Responsible for setting yearly budgets, sales and purchases of Subaru and Local parts. Developed and communicated standard operating procedures and best practices.
• Decreased parts obsolescence by approximately $30,000. Utilized procurement skills, supply chain management expertise, and analytical abilities
• Effectively utilized Oracle middleware ERP for forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting.  Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization
• Demonstrated exceptional communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills. Leveraged automotive industry knowledge to source quality parts and meet customer

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

University of Mysore, Bengaluru 

2015 – Bengaluru, India