RAMA R.

BELAGALI
Mobile 09821114616 E-mail : ramabelagali@gmail.com

Seeking Middle level assignments in the domain of Materials Management and Purchase Operations with an
organization of high repute preferably in pharmaceuticals sector.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Total 11 Years’ experience in leading teams for driving Materials Management, Operations, Vendor Management
and Team Management. (In Pharma 06 Years of Exp)

 Strategic Planning :- Materials Procurement, Logistics, Sourcing, Preparation of MIS, Vendor

Management, Cost reduction, Vendor Development, and allied activities.

 Materials Management :- Sourcing, Finalizing & procurement of API, RLD, Impurities, Chemicals,
Columns & QC Consumables after conducting through Quotation Analysis
for regulated and non-regulated Market.

 Vendor Development : - Measuring, monitoring and reporting vendor performance and

implementing continuous improvement strategies. Report on the
performance of vendors to ensure delivery in line and performance
metrics. Developing alternate Vendors.

 Cost Optimization :- A Strategic planner with expertise in implementing cost saving measures
to achieve reduction in terms of procurement cost. Exceptional negotiation
& relationship management skills with ability to relate to people at any
level of business

 MIS Reporting :- Generate MIS Reports as and when required by the management.

 Team Management :- Effective communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills and hands on
experience in leadership & imparting training to new hires.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Materials Management

 Interfacing with cross functional departments for ascertaining procurement plans of raw materials.
 Budgeting and planning the funds for procurement and sourcing of materials ensuring optimum utilization of
materials, maximum cost savings & meeting firm indents and anticipatory requisitions for production and
operations.
 Developing and implementing key strategies for the purchase of materials from sources; achieving cost
reduction in procurement.
 Identifying and developing potential vendors / suppliers for achieving cost effectiveness; assessing
performance of the vendors based on their competitiveness, financial capabilities and productivity.

Vendor Management

 Developing long-term partnerships with suppliers; managing day-to-day supplier performance to ensure
meeting of service, cost, delivery and quality norms.
 Executing vendor evaluation, vendor rating calculation and necessary actions for under performance.
 Consistently evaluating vendor performance to ensure adherence to predefined specifications and supply of
quality material / execution of job works.
Man Management

 Assessing the training needs of the various employees in co-ordination with the various department heads
in the respective departments.
 Coaching employees, appraising and reviewing their performance and ensuring optimum performance.
 Working as a cohesive group with high spirit of teamwork, integrity and discipline.
EMPLOYMENT SCAN

A) Since 4 May 2018 with M/s. Zenvision Pharma LLP. Mahape, Navi Mumbai

As Manager Sourcing and Procurement.

Accountabilities:

 Analyzing Credibility, Performance, Quality parameters, Regulatory standings, Credit terms, Lead time,
Rejection ratio and viability of the raw materials for sourcing and procurement.
 Responsible for handling raw materials, RLD, API, consumables, lab equipment & procurements of spend
value to the tune of Rs 10 cr of Zenvision.
 Sourcing and development of more than 15 projects on cost saving alternatives for high value materials
and de-risking of the materials from monopoly vendors for effective procurement actions and strategies.
 Negotiating with proper RMC cost analysis, Market Benchmark and Import data analysis for cost
effective procurements and risk management and finalization of contracts.
 Arrange VQ documents required by PM Team as per the Market.
 Executing presentation of MIS on material management on periodical supply chain meets.
 Evaluating and monitoring TAT, MOM, Credit Terms of each material group as per its nature and
availability.
 Worked as a project team member for crucial Harmonization of specifications as per the
pharmacopoeia.
 Liaison with internal stakeholders, particularly - FRD, ARD, Accounts, warehouse and Engg
departments
 Organizing Vendors meet, on material’s Approval or Rejections.
 Arrange the quotation as per required market i.e Regulated, Row, Indian market.
 Source and procure the API as per the technical finalization of formulator (DMF and Non DMf).
 Source and procure the Impurity, consumable and chemical, Excipient.
 liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers; build and
maintain good relationships with new and existing suppliers.
 Negotiate and agree contracts, monitoring the quality of service provided.
 Process payments and invoices.
 Review, evaluate, and approve Purchase orders & AMC
 Develop a purchasing strategy.
 Attend techno commercial meetings
 Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials.
 Arrange DRAFT CDA, coordinate with vendor till finalization of the CDA related to API & packing material
vendors.

Highlights:

 Achieved savings of more than INR 20 -25 Lakh yearly based on developing alternate vendor and cost
saving measures.
 Successfully managed a team of 02 people at executive and officer level.
 Introduced average 8-10 vendors to the existing list of approved vendors with immediate cost benefit
every year.
 Initiated Implementation of various new projects undertaken by management delivering right materials
at right place and right time.

B) Since Sept 2017 to April 2018 with M/s. Alpha Pharma Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. Marol, Mumbai
As Purchase Executive.

Accountabilities:

 Initiate sourcing, Finalizing & Placing Purchase order for requirement of R&D unit Mahape, and
Manufacturing unit Murbad on daily basis.
 Procurement of Lab chemicals, Impurities, Consumables, Lab equipment’s as per URS for both locations.
 Source and develop new vendors.
 Negotiation and Finalization of contracts and place orders.
 Arranging the Pre dispatch COA, MOA and required doc.for Approval of End user.
 Negotiate and taking care of AMC of Instruments on Yearly basis.
 Arrange the technical meet with user and vendor for technical discussion.
 Arrange the commercial meeting with HOD for finalization.
 Arrange API & Excipient samples as & when required.
 Keeping track of Vendor Payments.
 Follow up with Regulatory team for Licenses.
Highlights:
  Responsible for sourcing API, Excipient, standards, Impurities, Chemicals & Consumables required at
various stages at R&D, QC for Regulated & Non-regulated Market.
 Successfully managed team of officers.
 Introduced more than dozen new vendors to existing list of suppliers
 Identification of single source vendor & development of cost-effective new vendor as per the
specification.
 Acted as core member of procurement process department.

c) Since 9th May 2015 to August 2017 with M/s. Ajanta Pharma Ltd. Kandivali, Mumbai

As an Officer-R&D Procurement.

Accountabilities:

 Preparation of purchase orders a after getting quotations & comparing for R&D -consumables, Lab
equipment, Lab Chemical, Glassware & Req. Services from approved suppliers.
 Yearly procurement of 6-7 Cr. for the consumables part.
 Coordinating with the User department and vendors for technical specification.
 Addressing account related issues like mismatch of bills, less item received etc. Coordinating with the
accounts for timely release of Payments to the suppliers
  Preparation and execution of purchase orders related to ARC for highly consumable items after
discussion with HOD.
  Follow up with supplier and receipt of the material on schedule.
  Preparation of AMC’s if the Equipment completing its warranty.
  Check PR and issues Po within given TAT Period.
  Works closely with the Production for the planning and timely delivery of the materials.
  Works closely with the Analytical dept, accounts and Project team for new requirements.
 Develop new and AlterNet vendors.

d) Since10th July 2008 to February 2015 with M/s. ABG Shipyard Ltd, Mumbai

As an Purchase Assistant cum secretary

Accountabilities:

 Procurement M/c & Spares, Utility items, pipes & fittings, Capital Item, Electrical items.
 Floating enquiry & making comparisons, Finalizing the order, follow-up with suppliers
 Finding the new sources-Vendor Development, negotiations with Suppliers Preparing Purchase Orders in
SAP system.
 Handling Local as well as import procurement
 Coordinating with the User department and vendors for technical specification.
 Addressing account related issues like mismatch of bills, less item received etc. Coordinating with the
accounts for timely release of Payments to the suppliers
  Handling all import Procedures & follow up with vendor on regular basis.
  Co-ordination with stores, Production, Account Dept.
 Maintaining Procurement Register (Report)

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
 Currently perusing MBA in supply chain management from IIMS (Institute of Integrated Management studies
will complete in 2021)
 Currently perusing Diploma in Pharmaceuticals Purchasing & Inventory management from I.P.E.R Pune
 B.Com. from Mumbai University in 2005.

IT SKILLS:

 Well versed with SAP, MM Module and MS office.

 1 Year Diploma in computer application.

PERSONAL VITAE
Present Address :  5/305, Anand Vihar Complex, Kharegaon, Kalwa, Thane
400605- Maharashtra.
Date of Birth : 31.05.1984

Location Preference : Mumbai, Navi Mumbai