Dinesh Dhayalan

Conducted RFQ exercises with the supply market to identify and select the best source of supply for specific
items in line with competitive bidding policies.
• Conducted structured price negotiations with suppliers using benchmarking and other techniques to ensure best
value for FPI. Ensured PO creation and management is aligned to any global contract that is in place.
• Developed and implemented supplier contracts.
• Create and maintain an active list of Vendors, Raw Material & Consumable items through whom we will be
buying any products & services.
• Coordinated new supplier onboarding and registration.
• Complete the required onboarding process with the help of respective Sales & Sales Operations team members.
• Managed Purchase Orders from requisition to delivery for direct materials and contract services.
• Approved and released POs according to designated approval levels.
• Ensured PO acknowledgements from suppliers are received and relevant data is always updated in Infor LN
system. Regularly updated pricing and supplier data in Infor LN system.
• Managed the return of defective items to suppliers and implemented any associated PO management activities.
• Expedited deliveries to meet business needs.
• Managed supplier relationships and acted as a liaison between suppliers and stakeholders.
• Built strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers. Able to prioritize, act, and resolve invoice
issues promptly.
• Understanding and applying audit standards, including business policies, procedures, and regulations.