Procurement and Operations Specialist with IT Focus

VIRAJAS R ZEMSE

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Procurement and operations professional with experience in vendor management, sourcing, purchase operations, and supply chain coordination. Skilled in managing procurement for technical equipment, hardware, and software,negotiating vendor contracts, and ensuring timely delivery across multiple stakeholders. Background in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering with strong understanding of IT hardware and infrastructure procurement. Seeking to contribute to a technology-driven organisation by optimising procurement processes and supporting efficient IT operations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Lilly Maritime Pvt. Ltd. Andheri JUNE 2024 – Present Purchase Assistant

Key Responsibility – Purchase & Operations:

• Manage end-to-end procurement operations including creation and tracking of Purchase Orders for electrical equipment, hardware components, IT-related software, and marine engineering parts.

• Source and onboard 15+ vendors and maintain strong supplier relationships.

• Conduct quotation comparisons, cost analysis, and negotiations to optimise procurement costs.

• Coordinate with technical teams, vendors, ports, and finance departments for smooth procurement workflows.

• Ensure on-time deliveries within a 15-day turnaround time through proactive supplier follow-ups.

• Assist in tender analysis, vendor evaluation, and contract discussions achieving ~30% cost optimisation. Asian Infotel Pvt. Ltd. Navi Mumbai JUNE 2023 – May 2024 Business Development Executive

• Conducted approx. 2,700 cold calls and regular follow-ups to generate B2B leads.

• Held client meetings with banks, NBFCs, and corporates across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

• Delivered product and service sales pitches, client visits, and sales calls.

• Prepared MIS reports to track sales performance and pipeline. EDUCATION

Terna Engineering College, Nerul 2020 - 2023

Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering,

7.46 CGPA

Fr. Agnel Polytechnic, Vashi 2017 – 2020

Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, 80.12%

Mahatma Education Society, Panvel 2016 - 2017

SSC, 76.80%

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