Onkar G Papinwar

• Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
• Analysed supplier performance for better contract negotiations and long-term partnerships.
• Managed a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
• Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintained internal inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Contributed to quarterly budget planning by providing accurate spend forecasts based on historical data analysis and anticipated future needs.

Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify requirements aligned with corporate goals.
• Managed complete P2P and O2C life cycle completely.
• Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, payment processing for the account
• Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favourable terms and conditions for the organization.
• Managed supplier selection process, ensuring optimal quality, pricing, and delivery terms were met.
• Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfilment
• Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
• Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates.
• Reduced order processing time by implementing and setting up revised and enhanced process.
• Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
• Developed and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
• Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.

• Maintained accurate records of all monitoring activities, providing a reliable reference point for future troubleshooting efforts.
• Collaborated with IT teams to address technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime
• Provided timely alerts to relevant parties regarding potential security breaches or anomalies detected through monitoring processes.
• Mentored junior team members in best practices for effective monitoring agent work, contributing to an overall high-performing team dynamic.
• Developed comprehensive reports on monitoring activities for management review, enabling informed decision making.
• Streamlined communication channels between teams, leading to a more efficient workflow and increased productivity.