NKNaren Kusuma
@narenkusuma
Experienced procurement professional specializing in strategic sourcing and PR-to-PO excellence.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven procurement professional with 13+ years of experience, including 8 years focused on strategic sourcing, RFx processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ), and end-to-end PR-to-PO cycle management. I have a proven track record reducing costs through supplier consolidation and agile procurement strategies.
At my current role I lead large-scale RFx initiatives and online auctions, delivering measurable cost savings and improved supplier performance while streamlining ERP-driven procurement workflows and reporting. I have conducted vendor and end-user ERP trainings that reduced manual intervention and process errors.
My strengths include vendor negotiation, market research for strategic sourcing, inventory optimization, and contract management. I bring cross-functional collaboration, strong compliance orientation, and hands-on experience with procurement automation to drive operational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. Operation Executive
Bob eProcure Solutions Pvt Ltd
Aug 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Led end-to-end RFx processes and online auctions, launching 300+ RFQs and 50+ auctions annually to secure competitive pricing and achieve 12% cost savings; streamlined PR-to-PO cycles to ensure on-time delivery and reduce PO processing time via ERP automation.
Sr. Purchase Executive
Rivochem Industries Pvt Ltd
Jan 2016 - Jun 2021 (5 years 5 months)
Managed procurement of raw materials, sourced local and overseas suppliers, negotiated rates and credit terms, maintained vendor master data and inventory plans to reduce procurement cycle time and ensure material availability.
Consultant
B. D. Chhaparwal & Co.
Jan 2011 - Dec 2015 (4 years 11 months)
Handled day-to-day accounting and compliance using manual processes and Tally, managing ledgers, tax/excise/service tax filings, vendor invoice processing and financial reporting to maintain accurate records.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maharashtra Institute of Technology
Post Graduate in Business Administration, Business Administration
Post Graduate in Business Administration completed in 2020 at Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Pune.
UMUniversity of Mumbai
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
Completed Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Mumbai in 2010.
Prakash Degree College
Higher Secondary Certification, Higher Secondary Certification
Higher Secondary Certification completed in 2007 at Prakash Degree College.
Goregaon English School
Secondary School Certificate, Secondary Education
Secondary School Certificate completed in 2005 at Goregaon English School.
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Location
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