Prasanth Prabhakaran

• Defined and executed project procurement strategies aligned with cost, delivery milestones, and quality
requirements.
• Led an 8-member supply chain operations team managing procurement, logistics coordination, and order
execution.
• Established structured procurement reporting mechanisms to track delivery, cost, and supplier KPIs.
• Secured procurement commitments from suppliers and internal units to support project schedules;
coordinated sourcing activities across procurement, logistics, and warehousing to ensure QCD adherence.
• Oversaw logistics planning, shipment tracking, and supplier coordination to ensure timely delivery of
equipment and consumables.
• Coordinated with freight forwarders, warehouse teams, and logistics partners to manage inbound and
outbound shipments.
• Monitored order execution, delivery schedules, and inventory availability to support operational continuity.
• Managed export/import documentation and compliance requirements for cross-border shipments.
• Collaborated with Finance, Sales, Engineering, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment.
• Maintained end-to-end visibility of supplier performance, risks, and delivery challenges; implemented
corrective actions proactively.
• Acted as primary escalation point for logistics disruptions, delivery delays, and supplier issues.
• Negotiated and finalized supplier contracts, ensuring alignment with procurement strategy and business
objectives.
• Guided and mentored team members in procurement operations, order processing, and vendor
coordination.
• Increased monthly invoicing from AED 6M to AED 10M by improving supply chain and order
execution efficiency.
• Improved On-Time Delivery (OTD) to 90%+, supporting successful project execution and customer
satisfaction.
• Achieved 90%+ customer logistics inventory management. Implemented reducing

• Managed end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities across Middle East, India, and SE Asia for
industrial, analytical, and technical equipment categories.
• Executed strategic sourcing initiatives, RFQ/RFP processes, and commercial evaluations to identify best
value suppliers meeting quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Conducted supplier audits, KYC/vendor assessments, and performance evaluations; developed supplier
scorecards and vendor governance frameworks.
• Negotiated contracts, pricing structures, payment terms, and SLAs with suppliers; managed contract
lifecycle and ensured regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated logistics operations, shipment tracking, and customs clearance for international procurement
across multiple markets.
• Managed dispute resolution with suppliers, addressing compliance, invoicing, and warranty claims in a
timely manner.

• Managed receivables portfolio and financial reconciliation processes.
• Prepared financial reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Coordinated with internal stakeholders to resolve payment and billing issues.