Srimathi Vijaya Kumar

I am a dedicated Procurement and Quality professional with three years of combined experience in indirect purchasing and document quality analysis. My journey has been marked by a strong commitment to driving efficiency in sourcing and ensuring high standards of quality. I have honed my skills at renowned organizations like Ford Motor Company and IBM, where I successfully managed procurement processes and document validation.

At Ford, I was recognized with the Star Award in 2023 Q3 and the Spot Card Award in Q1 2024 for my contributions. I achieved significant savings of $6K through effective procurement strategies and successfully negotiated vendor contracts across multiple departments. My expertise in utilizing systems like ARIBA and CPARS has been instrumental in ensuring compliance with company policies and achieving cost-saving targets.

In my previous role at IBM, I conducted end-to-end document verification and quality checks, maintaining data integrity and reducing verification errors by 25%. My collaborative approach with cross-functional teams has led to continuous process improvements, reinforcing my belief in the importance of teamwork in achieving organizational goals.