Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist |Cost Savings & Vendor Management
Alex Bhatia
Professional Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist with over 3 years of experience in the food retail and agri-tech sectors. Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management with a proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. Skilled in ERP systems (SAP MM), Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and cross-functional collaboration. Currently pursuing MSc in Procurement and Supply Chain Management to deepen industry knowledge and leadership capabilities.
Work Experience
Senior Buyer at Generico AgriTech
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Managed procurement of raw materials, packaging, and 3PL across multiple production sites. Oversaw £30K+ annual spend, reducing costs by 22% via supplier consolidation and contract renegotiation. Implemented just-in-time inventory, cutting holding costs by 18%. Improved supplier OTIF from 70% to 95% through KPI-driven vendor management. Negotiated long-term agreements saving £30K+ annually while maintaining quality. Reduced procurement lead time by 15% by streamlining processes. Supported cross-functional teams to align sourcing with operational goals. Assisted ERP rollout (SAP MM) ensuring seamless procurement integration.
Junior Procurement Buyer at FreshMart Retail
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Led purchasing for consumables, packaging, and indirect materials across 5+ categories. Maintained 99% inventory accuracy and enhanced supply continuity for 100+ retail outlets. Secured £30K+ cost savings through vendor negotiations and order optimization. Coordinated logistics with 16 distribution centers to meet replenishment cycles. Shortened procurement cycle by over 4 days by streamlining supplier onboarding. Analyzed market trends and sales data to improve demand forecasting and reduce stockouts. Ensured compliance with procurement policies and maintained audit readiness.
Education
MSc in Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management
University of Salford
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Skills
Technical Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Contract Negotiation
- Supplier Development
- Cost Reduction
- Inventory Optimization
- Risk Mitigation
- ERP Systems (SAP MM, Verisae)
- Lean Six Sigma
- Just-in-Time (JIT)
- KPI Monitoring
Soft Skills
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Communication
- Problem Solving