SIVA KUPPUSAMY CHETTY
Procurement/buyer
Benoni,Gauteng
Summary
Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with buyers and sales to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests.
Industrious Buyer adept at keeping costs under control while optimizing inventory for usage needs. Versed in recordkeeping and production requirements. Bringing 28-year track record of success in manufacturing snd engineering industry.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Mechanical Fitter
Genrec Construction C/O Karbochem
12.1982
- Prepare and install sieves in vessels.
Gunric Valves Manufacturing
01.1997 - 01.2016
- Buying, Receiving and Dispatch, QA/QC)
- All purchasing functions including overseas buying
- Expediting of all materials
- Inspection of machined components
- Final inspection and release of valves
- Liaise with all third-party inspectors
- Maintain ISO 9001/2000 documentation
Senior Buyer
AVK
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Procurement of material and components in line with cost, quality and on time delivery whilst ensuring there is always a continuous supply of materials to continue with business operations
- Communicate supplier problems with higher authority and develop a plan of action to rectify
- Deliver updates to management when required
- Negotiate improved prices and terms with suppliers using best practice methods
- Assess and evaluate suppliers on an ongoing basis, Generate purchase orders on conclusion of final pricing
- Monitoring of assistant buyers
- Maintain a sound relationship with suppliers whilst researching the market for new opportunities
- Always striving to reduce costs whilst ensuring the best quality
- Reason For Leaving: Company downsizing
Quality Inspector and Buyer
Macsteel Profile
09.1992 - 01.1997
- First off inspection of cold rolled sections IBR and Corrugated Sheeting
- Handle and assess customer queries and complaints
- Authorise Machine repairs
- Purchasing of all machine components and welding consumables.
Service Advisor
Ladysmith Autohaus
12.1989 - 04.1992
- Service advising and diagnostics
- Liaise with workshop staff regarding services and maintenance of vehicles.
Receiving and Dispatch
Ladysmith Magou Brewery
01.1983 - 11.1989
- Purchasing and All Admin Duties)
- Sales Analysis
- Wages
- Invoicing
- All purchasing functions
- Stock control
Assistant Welding Inspector
Fluor S.A C/O
01.1980 - 12.1981
- Review and handle all non-destructive examination Documents and Drawings
- Inspection of site welds
- Liaise with NDT Inspectors.
Education
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Damelin College
Diploma - Purchasing Management
Damelin College
Matric - undefined
Windsor Secondary School
Skills
5227 085LanguagesEnglish, Afrikaans, ZuluHealthExcellentMarital StatusMarriedDependants3Drivers LicenseCode 8Notice PeriodImmediatelyComputer skillsMS Word, ExcelSkills
Buying, Inspection, Advising, strategic sourcing, negotiating, market research, coordinate staff,expediting f
AchievementsEmployee of the month – MacsteelSelf-Motivated
Self-Motivated
Good Telephone Etiquette
Attention to Detail
Teamwork and Collaboration
Planning and Coordination
Decision-Making
Active Listening
Teambuilding
Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Data Entry
Dependable and Responsible
Multitasking Abilities
Written Communication
Certification
Performer of the month – Macsteel
Additional Information
- CURRICULUM VITAE OF
Timeline
Senior Buyer
AVK
07.2017 - 07.2021
Gunric Valves Manufacturing
01.1997 - 01.2016
Quality Inspector and Buyer
Macsteel Profile
09.1992 - 01.1997
Service Advisor
Ladysmith Autohaus
12.1989 - 04.1992
Receiving and Dispatch
Ladysmith Magou Brewery
01.1983 - 11.1989
Mechanical Fitter
Genrec Construction C/O Karbochem
12.1982
Assistant Welding Inspector
Fluor S.A C/O
01.1980 - 12.1981
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Damelin College
Diploma - Purchasing Management
Damelin College
Matric - undefined
Windsor Secondary School