Procurement Executive – MRO & Capex
Profile Summary
Results-driven Procurement Executive with experience in MRO and Capex sourcing, specializing in Capex and MRO procurement in FMCG industry, contract management, vendor development, cost optimization, and procurement process excellence. Proven ability to drive PR to PO cycle efficiency, vendor performance improvements, working capital optimization and compliance adherence
Core Competencies
- MRO & Capex Procurement (90% Engineering Capex plant & machinery, MRO spares, AMC,ARC, Operations manpower contracts etc))
- Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation
- Contract & ARC Management
- Vendor Performance Management
- PR to PO Cycle Optimization
- Compliance & Audit Readiness (SHINE, Supplier Code)
- Working Capital Optimization
- SAP (P2P Cycle)
- Stakeholder Management (Plant / Engineering Teams)
- Cost Savings & Spend Analytics
- Solar Power purchase agreements, Commodities such as diesel and energy procurement, Boiler feedstock sourcing (husk, briquettes, etc.)
Professional Experience
Procurement Excellence
- Managed procurement through long-term contracts and ARCs, ensuring defined commercial terms and minimizing spot buying
- Developed strong vendor relationships and improved vendor delivery (lead time & quality) through structured scorecards
- Reduced PR to PO lead time by collaborating with stakeholders and improving planning via MRP
- Ensured 100% adoption of SNOW platform for procurement requests, improving transparency and request tracking
Vendor & Contract Management
- Monitored and enhanced vendor performance across service levels, timelines, and quality benchmarks
- Conducted regular vendor reviews and implemented corrective action plans
- Ensured contracts are finalized and signed prior to PO issuance
- Validated alignment between RFQ, PR, and contract scope
Procurement Operations & Compliance
- Ensured zero error PO issuance with accurate scope and reporting (SAP MM Experience)
- Managed open PO tracking and on-time delivery performance
- Conducted vendor due diligence through SHINE platform, ensuring closure of all compliance gaps
- Ensured adherence to Heineken Supplier Code (Version 4) for all vendors
PO Coverage & Process Discipline
- Improved procurement discipline across plant operations
- Supported catalogue buying and MSS standardization initiatives
Financial Performance & Working Capital
- Delivered cost savings through negotiations and sourcing strategies
- Ensured savings tracking and validation through digital systems
- Improved working capital by enforcing payment terms:
P2P & Stakeholder Management
- Proactively managed GRN follow-ups and invoice closures
- Delivered monthly plant-wise procurement performance analytics
- Maintained a customer-first approach with zero stakeholder escalations
Key Achievements
- Improved PR to PO cycle efficiency leading to faster procurement turnaround
- Reduced Non-PO invoice dependency and enhanced compliance
- Delivered measurable cost savings and working capital benefits
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- PR to PO Lead Time Reduction
- Vendor Performance Rating (≥8/10)
- Contract Spend Coverage (%)
- PO Accuracy (Zero Error Rate)
- Compliance Closure
- Working Capital Improvement
- Cost Savings
Tools & Systems
- SAP (PR, PO, GRN, Vendor Management)
- MRP Planning Tools
- Procurement Analytics & Reporting
