Satish Narni
@satishnarni
Accomplished procurement professional with 22 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven procurement leader with over 22 years of experience in optimizing end-to-end procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations. My expertise lies in strategic remote coordination, where I have successfully managed procurement processes across various industries, including cement, power, defense, and ceramics. I have a proven track record of achieving significant cost savings and ensuring timely delivery through effective vendor management and negotiation skills.
Throughout my career, I have co-founded and led commercial operations for a ceramic tiles trading company, where I achieved a 20% reduction in procurement costs and maintained a 98% on-time delivery rate. My experience includes implementing e-procurement systems and ERP solutions, which have enhanced operational efficiency and streamlined procurement processes. I am now seeking a work-from-home procurement role where I can leverage my skills to drive strategic outcomes and contribute to organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head Commercial & Shareholder
Digitiles Exim Pvt Ltd
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Co-founded and led commercial operations for a ceramic tiles trading company, overseeing sales, marketing, and procurement. Negotiated contracts with 15+ suppliers, evaluated bids, and resolved payment/quality issues remotely; achieving 20% procurement cost reduction and 98% on-time delivery.
Manager-Purchase
Simhapuri Energy Ltd
Apr 2016 - Present (9 years 3 months)
Led procurement for a 600 MW coastal thermal power plant, managing material purchases, quotation collection, bid evaluation, and negotiations remotely for 150+ vendors. Achieved 8% diesel price reduction and 40% enzyme cost decrease through strategic remote negotiations, despite inflation, while ensuring timely vendor payments.
Dy Manager (IMM-Stores)
Bharat Dynamics Ltd
Sep 2011 - Present (13 years 10 months)
Managed procurement, quotation collection, and technical evaluations for defence vendors and project approvers from Hyderabad head office, handling 30+ contracts annually. Implemented e-procurement (Tender Tiger) and SAP, improving procurement efficiency by 30% through schedule delivery for optimum inventory management without on-site supplier visits.
Plant Procurement Head
Zuari Cement Ltd.
Nov 2007 - Present (17 years 8 months)
Oversaw procurement and logistics for 2 plants and 20+ marketing offices remotely from Sitapuram, coordinating with Bangalore corporate office and vendors via phone and internet. Served as Country Coordinator for Bravo solution e-auctions, managing procurement for Italcementi Group’s 200+ vendors across India, reducing costs by 10-15% remotely.
Sr. Engineer – Materials
Vijai Electricals Ltd.
Jun 2004 - Present (21 years 1 month)
Managed material procurement and quotation collection remotely from Hyderabad corporate office for erection sites across various states, coordinating with 25+ vendors. Secured vendor approvals and billing clarifications remotely with PGCIL and DISCOMs, resolving payment/quality issues and achieving 25% cost savings.
Project Manager
Kadevi Engineering Company (P) Ltd.
May 2003 - Present (22 years 2 months)
Coordinated remotely with erection teams, design consultants, and customers from Hyderabad plant for billing, technical clarifications, and material needs via online. Managed ₹5 crores multiple project budgets simultaneously and resolved supply/quality issues remotely, ensuring compliance and 95% on-time project delivery without supplier visits.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
BVC Engineering College (J.N.T.U, Hyderabad)
Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering
1999 - 2003
Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in mechanical principles and engineering applications.
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