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Nitin Soni

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

linkedin.com/in/nitin-soni-indore-india

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Veteran Supply Chain Professional bringing in 20 years of specialization in Procurement, Inventory management, Logistics, Warehouse operations, Vendor Relations. Performed in Hospitality and FMCG with setting procurement strategies for Radisson Blu Hotel, Cambay Hotel and Resorts, Sayaji Hotels, MRK Foods. Has been part of pre-opening team of Cambay Hotel and Resorts, Radisson Blu Hotel and MRK Foods. Created skills for Sales and Logistics operations with Snowman Frozen Foods Ltd. one of leading logistics player in cold chain logistics operations. Expertise in vendor development, creating sourcing strategies, cost optimization, 3PL, Vehicle route planning and load planning, optimum space utilization, fleet management, Demand Planning, Material Resource Planning, Import and Liaising, Distribution, Administration, Logistics Sales. In-depth knowledge of business process and procurement sources. Experience

Procurement Head - India

Atalian Global Services

October 2020 – Current

Aligned Procurement process for sourcing of goods and services across India.

Handling Procurement operations of more than 14 cities.

Ensured smooth logistics operations and timely delivery of goods and service at source.

Devised contract with vendor for specialized services to fulfill sourcing needs and acquire business.

Strengthen vendor on boarding process

Evaluation and validation of service contracts.

Designed and Developed procurement plan for material and services solutions with competitive advantage to acquire new business projects.

Supported sales function to provide with new business solutions to promote and acquire business.

Administered IT setup including procurement and installation of office 365 license, antivirus, firewall, network, printing services, software licenses etc.

Supervised marketing promotions in coordination with creative agency for design, development of new creatives.

Design and implementation of new uniforms.

Prepared analytical report like spend reports, site P&L, product profitability and saving tracker. Procurement Manager

Radisson Blu

Jun 2010 – September 2020

Devised and executed annual purchasing plans and contracts for supplies and services of over INR 150 million.

Oversaw Budget of INR 350 million and explored new supply source of raw material, outsource and manpower service and maintenance with surpassing competitive advantage year on year.

Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste. Nitin Soni - page 2

Created the supply source for procurement of FF&E, OS&E, Food Ingredients, HVAC, WTP, STP, Fire, Housekeeping, Chemicals, Linen, Perishables, Safety, Security, building and maintenance, fuel, events etc..

Co-ordinated logistics for INR 5 million per year operations, including vehicle hiring for ODC and administrative use.

Improved inspection policies to increase quality of raw materials and finished goods.

Scheduled and organized inventory management of operational inventory of INR 4 million and more than 4000 sku’s.

Established standards for optimum inventory levels and quality check controls.

Executed international logistics activities viz. Custom Clearance, Shipping and Taxation. Assistant Purchase Manager

Cambay Hotels & Resorts

Sep 2009 – May 2010 (9 months)

Accomplished the procurement of pre-opening requirement such as Cleaning Equipment, Restaurant and Banquet Linen, Banquet Accessories, Kitchen Utensils, Restaurant Crockery and Cutlery, Service and Kitchen Equipment.

Enhanced lead time for delivery of goods so as to ensure timely completions of deadlines pertains to project.

Assistant Purchase Manager

Sayaji Hotels Ltd

Jun 2008 - Aug 2009 (1 year 3 month)

One of the leading hotel in Central India with high banqueting turnover.

Managed procurement operation and vendor development for annual turnover of INR 200 million.

Sourced and qualified bidders, obtained favorable pricing and finalized contract.

Searched high quality reliable vendors for procurement of Room and Banquet Linen, Banquet equipment.

Asst. Manager Supply Chain Management / Procurement MRK Foods Private Limited

Aug 2007 - May 2008 (10 months)

Multi restaurant operations like Pizza Hut, Geofrey's the Bar, Little Italy, Sagar Ratna and Oriental Spice.

Completed the purchase of asset for new restaurant, vendor development.

Implemented Bin Card System, ABC classification method, periodic review inventory method for replenishment.

Performed market survey, demand planning and comparative analysis. Executive Logistics / Operation

Snowman Logistics Limited

Nov 2005 - Aug 2007 (1 year 10 months)

Supervised inward & outward of material, utilization of store space and Logistics sales for Palletize capacity storage of 570 tons and fleet operations.

Executed Storage and Distribution activity for Baskin Robbins, Mother Dairy and secondary distribution of Effem India Limited, Godrej Yummiez, Pizzeria, etc.

Accomplished consignment planning such as cross docking, consolidation, break bulk, direct pickup etc., Training of workers, Effective Route Planning and Load Planning, Documentation process such as manifest report, delivery acknowledgement, etc. Nitin Soni - page 3

Warehouse Incharge

SNEHA AGENCIES PRIVATE LIMITED

Jun 1999 - Oct 2005 (6 years 5 months)

Carried out warehouse activities under ISO 9001:2000 procedures.

Co-ordinated with customers for product movement, sales enhancement and payments.

Maximized utilization of store space ensuring FIFO and expediting movement of slow moving stock.

Administered warehouse operations for material movement, quantity check, Distribution and Dispatch.

Liaised with commercial Tax department viz. submitting quarterly return, yearly assessment and issuance of forms and permits.

Collaborated with Sales team to achieve sales target. Education

INDIAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Materials 2015

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

B.Com, Commerce

1998

Licenses & Certifications

Certified Hospitality Procurement Manager - AHLEI - American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute

Issued Dec 2019

Skills & Competencies

Logistics • Procurement • Warehouse Operations • Vendor Development • Inventory Management • Supply Chain Management • Cost Control • Pricing Strategy • Hotel Management • Food & Beverage • HVAC • MEP • WTP • STP • FF&E • Food • Perishables • Chemical • Consumables • Linen and Fabric procurement • Space Selling • First Mile / Last Mile.

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