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Vikram Chilukuri

@vikramchilukuri

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Procurement and supply chain professional driving cost savings and operational efficiency.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek procurement or supply-chain roles where I can lead MRP-driven sourcing, drive cost savings, implement lean improvements, and work cross-functionally in a compliance-focused manufacturing environment.

I am an analytical procurement and supply chain professional with over 8 years of experience in sourcing, materials planning, supplier management, and cost optimisation within manufacturing and engineering environments.

I have a proven track record implementing lean principles, improving supplier performance, and delivering measurable cost reductions while maintaining ISO 9001 and AS9100 compliance.

I am experienced in SAP MM and MRP-driven purchasing, international logistics coordination, contract negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure on-time material availability.

I bring hands-on experience from roles at Siemens and other engineering firms, recognized through company awards and by implementing automation that improved procurement cycle time.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Site Buyer

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F.P.T Industries Ltd

Jun 2025 - Present (5 months)

Manage end-to-end procurement and MRP-driven purchasing for materials and services, leading supplier onboarding and negotiations to improve cost, quality, and delivery while ensuring AS9100/ISO 9001 compliance.

Procurement MRP Logistics Coordination Compliance Audits

Buying Professional

Siemens Ltd

Sep 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 3 months)

Procured imported and local components for medium-voltage switchgear, managed MRP-driven material planning and purchase orders, and negotiated with global suppliers to deliver cost savings and improved delivery reliability.

Procurement MRP Incoterms

Manufacturing Professional

Siemens Ltd

Jul 2016 - Aug 2020 (4 years 1 month)

Oversaw low-voltage switchboard manufacturing via channel partners, coordinated RFQs and cross-functional teams to meet quality and delivery KPIs, and supported procurement of bought-out components for project execution.

RFQ Quality Control Project Planning Continuous Improvement Procurement Support

Field Engineer

BGR Energy Systems Ltd

Jun 2013 - Jun 2016 (3 years)

Managed low- and medium-voltage switchgear packages for major power projects, prepared engineering documentation, coordinated vendor drawing approvals, and conducted FAT inspections to ensure QAP compliance.

Field Engineering Switchgear Quality Assurance Project Coordination Technical Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Bournemouth University

Master of Science, International Management

2023 - 2024

Completed an MSc in International Management at Bournemouth University focused on global management practices and cross-cultural business strategy.

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

Bachelor of Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

2005 - 2009

Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with coursework and project work relevant to power and switchgear systems.