Girish Kanakatti
@girishkanakatti
Global Procurement Analyst focused on optimizing supply chain efficiency.
What I'm looking for
As a Global Procurement Analyst, I play a crucial role in optimizing a company's supply chain by evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and analyzing market trends on a global scale. My work focuses on reducing costs, mitigating risks, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality. I excel in data analysis, identifying opportunities for improvement, and collaborating with various teams such as sales and marketing.
Throughout my career, I have received several accolades, including the Mountain Mover Award in 2022 and the Top Performer Award for the Semi-annual 2022. I successfully developed and set up the supply chain for the southern part of India and linked manual supply chain processes to ERP systems. My experience includes managing supply chain operations during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic, demonstrating my ability to adapt and thrive in challenging situations.
I hold certifications in Six Sigma White Belt and Procurement Management, which enhance my skills in process optimization and risk management. I am committed to continuous improvement and leveraging data to drive strategic decisions in procurement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global Procurement Analyst
PRGX Global Inc.
Jun 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
As a Global Procurement Analyst, I optimize supply chains by evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and analyzing market trends. I focus on reducing costs, mitigating risks, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality. My role includes data analysis, identifying improvement opportunities, and collaborating with various teams.
Executive Central Operations Procurement & SCM
ElasticRun
Sep 2019 - Jun 2021 (1 year 9 months)
In this role, I managed sourcing and vendor management for e-commerce operations, negotiated contracts, and optimized procurement processes. I collaborated with sales and marketing teams to align procurement strategies with business goals while assessing risks and analyzing procurement data.
Purchase & Vendor Development Engineer
GearX Manufacturing
Feb 2018 - Mar 2019 (1 year 1 month)
As a Purchase & Vendor Development Engineer, I planned and executed projects, managed material procurement, and ensured quality through testing. I developed vendor relationships and collaborated with quality control to meet necessary standards.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Suprajit Engineering Ltd.
Feb 2017 - Jan 2018 (11 months)
In my role as a Graduate Engineer Trainee, I was responsible for understanding product design, ordering materials, inspecting them, and ensuring quality in the final assembly. I also conducted fatigue tests and reported findings to stakeholders.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Shivaji University
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
2010 - 2014
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical, focusing on the principles of mechanical engineering, design, and manufacturing processes.
Pune Board
Higher Secondary Certificate, Science
2007 - 2009
Completed Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a focus on science subjects, preparing for engineering studies.
Pune Board
Secondary School Certificate, General Education
2005 - 2007
Completed Secondary School Certificate (SSC), covering a broad range of subjects and foundational education.
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