PRAVEEN PARATKUNIYIL

Managed end-to-end procurement for construction materials, vehicles, and spare parts, optimizing vendor selection and contract terms to achieve significant cost efficiencies.

Negotiated and secured favorable contracts for products and services, driving down procurement spend while maintaining high-quality standards and supplier relationships.

Streamlined supplier qualification and material delivery processes, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring timely project execution.

Conducted proactive market research to identify and onboard new suppliers, fostering increased competition and contributing to reduced procurement costs.

Oversaw comprehensive purchasing documentation and financial reporting, ensuring 100% compliance and facilitating accurate, on-time invoice processing.

Spearheaded sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of raw materials, spare parts, and services from a global vendor network, optimizing supply chain resilience and cost-effectiveness.

Evaluated vendor quotations against stringent technical and commercial specifications, ensuring compliance and achieving optimal value for all procurements.

Prepared comprehensive price comparison sheets and contractual documents (Purchase Orders, Subcontract Agreements, Letters of Intent), facilitating timely approvals by General Management.

Coordinated material delivery schedules and integrated inventory management with the ERP system, significantly improving stock accuracy and operational flow.

Maintained and updated a comprehensive supplier list, expanding the vendor base and enhancing sourcing flexibility and competitive pricing strategies.

Conducted in-depth local market analysis to identify and qualify suppliers, optimizing sourcing strategies for various construction materials and services.

Prepared detailed price comparison sheets and drafted essential procurement documents, including Purchase Orders and Agreements, supporting management decisions for multi-million dollar projects.

Managed supplier communications and coordinated material deliveries, ensuring 100% on-time supply for critical project phases and operational continuity.

Implemented a robust filing system for quotations, purchase orders, and delivery notes, enhancing document retrieval efficiency and improving audit readiness.

Contributed to major projects including Nakilat Ship Repair Yard and New Desalination Plant, ensuring procurement alignment with project specifications and budgets.

Analyzed and processed client inquiries for specialized steel and wood doors and hardware, ensuring accurate interpretation of technical specifications and project requirements.

Prepared comprehensive and competitive quotations, contributing to a high success rate in securing new contracts and achieving sales targets.

Addressed and resolved client technical queries, providing expert guidance and ensuring clear communication to improve client satisfaction and project alignment.

Collaborated effectively with sales executives, streamlining the quotation-to-order process and supporting significant growth in order conversions.