Rajkumar R

About Rajkumar R

Experienced Vendor Support Associate with a proven track record of delivering exceptional…

Experience

1. Proprietary Analyst Procurement

   HCLTech

   Oct 2024 — Present · Chennai, IN

   As a Proprietary Analyst at Office Depot, I manage and support large customer projects and ongoing programs by combining strategic oversight with operational excellence. My responsibilities span procurement management, vendor coordination, cost containment, inventory control, and order management, ensuring optimal performance and profitability for every initiative.Key Responsibilities • Procurement Management: • Oversee a dedicated portfolio, driving strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and profitability. • Monitor and manage CPD SKU reporting in collaboration with internal Sales and Customer Service teams. • Bid Specification: • Prepare detailed bid specifications tailored to project requirements. • Optimize vendor selection to ensure cost efficiency and superior service delivery. • Cost Containment: • Implement strategies to control costs and suggest alternative approaches for project success. • Inventory and SKU Management: • Manage proprietary customer SKUs and enhance profitability through efficient inventory oversight. • Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless inventory operations. • Vendor Relations: • Build and maintain strong partnerships with outsource vendors and internal Client Services teams. • Evaluate vendor performance based on metrics such as win/loss ratios, quote-to-cash efficiency, and speed to revenue. • Order Management: • Ensure timely order completion by managing workloads and addressing potential challenges proactively. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, Transportation, and Inventory Control) to resolve issues related to pricing, damage, or shipping discrepancies.Skills and Expertise • Strategic and analytical thinking with a results-driven approach. • Proficient in cost containment, vendor performance evaluation, and inventory optimization. • Experience creating detailed bid specifications and managing proprietary SKUs for profitability.