Atul Saffar

About Atul Saffar

Dynamic and results-oriented procurement professional with proven expertise in…

Experience

1. Procurement Manager

   Zomato

   Apr 2022 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Category Manager for Rider Assets, Capex and Opex products for the Zomato, Zomato Hyperpure Warehouse and Blinkit. Rider Assets- Handling the Total Category Size of INR 100 Cr- Procurement of Assets for Zomato and Blinkit Riders in terms of T-shirts, bags, rain wears, winter wears and other accessories. Capex- Develop Procurement Strategies: Collaborate with department heads and senior management to understand the Capex and Opex requirements of the organization. Develop comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with the company\'s financial objectives and operational needs.Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and select reliable vendors and suppliers for Capex and Opex requirements. Negotiate terms, contracts, and pricing to secure the best value for the company.Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis for potential procurement initiatives, ensuring that all spending is in line with budget constraints and offers long-term cost efficiencies.Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges associated with Capex and Opex procurement processes. Implement risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the company\'s interests.Market Research: Stay up-to-date with market trends, industry best practices, and innovations in Capex and Opex procurement. Use this knowledge to drive improvements and cost-saving initiatives.Budget Management: Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to manage Capex and Opex budgets effectively. Monitor spending and provide regular reports on procurement activities and cost savings.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and project management, to understand their needs and align procurement activities accordingly.Performance Evaluation: Monitor the performance of vendors and suppliers, ensuring they meet contractual obligations and performance standards. Address any issues promptly and develop improvement plans if necessary.

Education

• Institute of Management Studies

  Master of Business Administration, Finance, General

  2009 — 2011

• Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University, Kanpur

  Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and Finance

  2005 — 2008

• CSJM Architects, Inc.

  Bachelor of Commerce

• Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad

  Executive MBA, Logistics, Procurement, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Skills

• Branch Banking
• Bancassurance
• Financial Analysis
• Relationship Management
• Legal Compliance
• Finacle
• Credit Risk
• Auditing
• Foreign Exchange
• Commercial Banking
• Negotiation
• Marketing
• Mis
• Process Enhancement
• Mortgage Banking
• Trade Finance
• Retail Banking
• Deposit Growth
• Management
• Anti Money Laundering
• Cross Selling
• Core Banking
• Banking
• Team Management