Channamallikarjun Hiremath

• Worked with groups such as global procurement, finance services, US capital, accounts payable, asset management, Roseville shipping/ receiving, rancho data center at HP. • Reviewed ongoing operations, initiating continuous process improvement initiatives. • Enhanced operations by implementing vendor database in procurement system.

• Maintained the Source List and Purchase Info Records for current materials and their associated vendors within the SAP system. • Executed strategies to ensure that orders adhered to specified quality and delivery timelines, aiming to minimize the overall cost of purchases. • Addressed a variety of supply chain challenges, considering multiple sources, logistics intricacies, and scheduling factors.

• Worked with suppliers to track status of open orders, ensuring timely delivery. • Liaised with vendors for inventory requirements; negotiated prices to sustain margins. • Evaluated proposals and vendor qualifications to recommend appropriate suppliers.

• Participated in the end-to-end Procure to Pay process and managed various activities within the supply chain. • Implemented standardized quarterly reporting and analysis for inventory, taking corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to maintain inventory records. • Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to optimize procurement processes