Akshay Soman
Kingston Upon Thames,United Kingdom
Summary
MBA student at the University of Westminster with over 2 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, and operations. Proficient in supply chain optimization, cost management, and process improvement. Seeking part-time opportunities to apply analytical and organizational skills while developing expertise in UK supply chain practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Procurement Engineer
Sobha Constructions
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Company Overview: Developed cost comparison of quotations and rates from vendors to obtain the best possible deals for materials by having a Cost Saving % of 5% per order on average without comprising on quality
- Finalized contracts and agreements while ensuring compliance with company policies
- Create and manage purchase orders,ensuring accurate specifications,quantities and delivery schedules
- Worked closely with Project Managers,Engineers and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and timelines
- Expanded supplier network by 30% by conducting market research and building relationships
- Managed procurement for over 11 construction projects simultaneously
- Negotiated contracts saving AED 120000 annually, improving company profit margins
- Optimized supplier contracts, resulting in cost reduction of AED 3000000 annually
- Reduced procurement costs by 15% through strategic supplier negotiations
- Monitored and tracked Order progress to ensure timely delivery and resolve issues or delays
- Collaborated with design and quality assurance team to ensure procurement of materials and services to meet project specifications and standards
- Enhanced company procurement strategies, resulting in operational efficiency in ordering materials
- Developed cost comparison of quotations and rates from vendors to obtain best possible deals for materials by having a Cost Saving of 5% per order on average without comprising on quality
MEP SITE ENGINEER
Sobha Constructions
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Plan and schedule HVAC installation activities in coordination with the project team
- Review Project specifications,drawings and equipment data to ensure alignment with project requirements with the help of AUTO CAD
- Oversee the day-to-day activities on the construction site to ensure smooth and timely execution of HVAC installations
- Conduct inspections to ensure that all HVAC installations meet quality standards and project specifications
- Identify and resolve any issues or defects in the HVAC Systems during and after installations
- Manage inventory and ensure timely delivery of materials to the site
- Prepare and submit regular progress reports to project managers and stakeholders
- Plan and schedule HVAC installation activities in coordination with the project team
Research Associate
4R Recycling Pvt
Bangalore, India
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Company Overview: Enhanced optimum results, by constructing ball mill and gravity separator from resources
- Performed Chemical Experiments which included leaching, Distillation and electrolysis
- Mapped out Tasks for Lab Management and Ensuring smooth Experiment transitions
- Enhanced optimum results, by constructing ball mill and gravity separator from resources
Education
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering
Dayananda Sagar University
Bengaluru, INDIASkills
- Microsoft Office
- Auto Cad
- Xpedeon Software
- Negotiation
- Data Analysis
- Market Research
- Technical Presentations
- Supplier relationship management
- Price Evaluation
- Communication proficiency
- Cost reduction planning
- Supply chain optimization
- Quality assurance control
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Tamil
Fluent
Arabic
Elementary
Affiliations
- Reading
- Sports
- Travelling
- Films
Timeline
Procurement Engineer
Sobha Constructions
03.2023 - 08.2025
MEP SITE ENGINEER
Sobha Constructions
01.2023 - 01.2024
Research Associate
4R Recycling Pvt
04.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering
Dayananda Sagar University
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