Sarathy S

About Sarathy S

I am a results-driven Procurement and Supply Chain professional with 16 years of experience, specializing in end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, vendor development, cost optimization, and inventory.Throughout my career, I have managed end-to-end procurement activities, including demand forecasting, supplier sourcing, commercial negotiations, purchase order management, inventory control, and cross-functional coordination with operations, sales, warehouse, and finance teams. My focus has consistently been on ensuring uninterrupted supply, controlling costs, and improving procurement efficiency.I bring strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, enabling me to identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and operational optimization. I have successfully implemented structured procurement practices and supplier performance improvements that drive measurable business outcomes.With extensive experience in supplier development and stakeholder management, I adopt a consultative and collaborative approach to build long-term, value-driven relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. I am known for being hands-on, execution-focused, and accountable, with the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced and dynamic environments.I am passionate about delivering results, adding value through procurement excellence, and contributing to organizational growth. I am open to opportunities where I can leverage my experience to support business objectives while continuing to grow professionally.

Experience

1. Team Manager

   Capgemini

   Jul 2022 — Present · Chennai, IN

   Oversaw a team of 15 members, ensuring the delivery of IT services while conducting quality checks on team transactions, conducting Root Cause Analyses, and maintaining CAPA Tracker. Successfully facilitated the transition of procurement and contract management operations for Unilever Arabia, ensuring seamless continuity of services. Played a pivotal role in strategic supplier negotiations to optimize pricing, commercial terms, and SLAs, maximizing value for the organization. Managed a procurement team responsible for issuing purchase orders to vendors and ensuring timely delivery, proactively expediting orders to meet fluctuating demand requirements. Served as the PR approver for high-value purchase orders and efficiently managed blocked invoices in case of discrepancies. Conducted strategic sourcing initiatives for various internal customers, including the periodic issuance of RFPs, bid management, and participation in bid analysis alongside cross-functional teams. Led comprehensive cross-functional team (CFT) leadership, delivering weekly transition decks to internal and client stakeholders with status updates on knowledge transfer, governance processes, and performance metrics. Orchestrated monthly governance calls, presenting KPI progress, team performance metrics, Root Cause Analyses, and strategic developments to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals.

Education

• Govt. Hr Sec school, kodambakkam

  Govt arts College, Nandanam

  1996 — 1998

• Bharathidasan University

  MCA - Master of Computer Applications, computer applications

  2005 — 2008

• Govt arts college, nandanam

  BSc - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

  1998 — 2001

Skills

• Team Management
• Sourcing
• Bpo
• Mis
• Talent Acquisition
• Vendor Management