LAKSHITHA CHRISTINE

Procurement Officer

Sands Active Private Limited

Ekala

01.2023 - Current

Evaluated vendor proposals to select optimal suppliers for company needs.
Coordinated with internal departments to understand procurement requirements and timelines.
Maintained accurate records of purchase orders and supplier contracts.
Assisted in negotiating terms and pricing with suppliers to ensure favorable agreements.
Managed procurement processes for various materials and supplies at Sands Active Private Limited.
Collaborated with finance team to process invoices and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Reviewed requisitions submitted by internal stakeholders for accuracy and completeness.
Negotiated and finalized vendor contracts in order to optimize pricing structures and delivery schedules.
Managed supplier relationships by providing timely responses to inquiries, addressing issues promptly.
Researched new sources of supply in order to improve cost savings opportunities.
Developed relationships with vendors to gain best terms for procurement, refurbishing, and rebuilding machinery and equipment.
Conducted market research in order to identify potential suppliers and obtain competitive bids from them.
Coordinated with other departments in order to resolve discrepancies between orders placed and deliveries received.
Participated in meetings with vendors in order to discuss upcoming projects or changes in requirements.
Reviewed invoices and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
Evaluated products and services offered by vendors based on factors such as price, quality, availability, reliability.
Implemented strategies for reducing costs associated with purchasing goods and services without compromising on quality or service level agreements.
Monitored supplier performance metrics such as delivery times, quality of goods and services, pricing levels.
Streamlined purchasing workflows and improved order accuracy through SAP automation and reporting tools.
Responsible for purchasing a wide range of items, including machinery, spare parts, change parts, stationery, IT equipment, engineering-related services, and other consumables.
Maintained and regularly updated Excel trackers for PRN updates, PO status, and import orders, ensuring accurate and up-to-date procurement records.
Used Excel to monitor order progress, vendor lead times, and delivery schedules to support procurement planning and reporting.