RAKESH KUMAR

Operations Associate

Pune, Maharashtra, India15 yrs 6 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 5.5 years in procurement and materials management.
Expert in SAP/MM with a focus on cost savings.
Strong background in vendor negotiations and inventory optimization.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Procurement and Materials Management Specialist with expertise in optimizing supply chain operations.

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Skills

Core Skills

Procurement StrategyMaterials Management

Other Skills

Accounts PayableBusiness AnalysisCost SavingsCustomer ServiceMaster Data ManagementMicrosoft PowerPointSAP/MMTeam LeadershipTeamworkTechnical SupportVendor Performance Optimization

About

At Halliburton, I serve as a Senior Material Management & Procurement Specialist, bringing more than 5.5 years of expertise in procurement strategy, material master data management, vendor negotiations, and inventory optimization. My journey has been shaped by both hands-on operational responsibilities and a strategic vision for how procurement and materials management can be leveraged to achieve organizational growth, resilience, and long-term value creation. My career began with a strong curiosity about how businesses source, manage, and distribute the materials that enable their operations. Over the years, this curiosity evolved into a professional passion—ensuring that every link in the supply chain operates seamlessly, efficiently, and strategically. Today, at Halliburton, I am privileged to apply that passion in one of the world’s most complex and dynamic industries.

Experience

Halliburton

2 roles

Sr. Procurement & Materials Specialist | SAP/4HANA MM | MBA in Operations

Promoted

Apr 2020 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

I am a Senior Material Management & Procurement Specialist with over 6 years of experience driving cost savings, optimizing vendor performance, and maintaining accurate master data. Leveraging expertise in SAP/MM, I ensure the right materials are available at the right time while minimizing waste and risk. Passionate about process improvements, cross-functional collaboration, and implementing controls that boost efficiency and quality in every procurement and materials lifecycle stage.

TeamworkSAP/MMVendor Performance OptimizationCost SavingsMaster Data ManagementProcurement Strategy+1

HR Service Center Rep, Sr

Apr 2020 – Sep 2025 · 5 yrs 5 mos

Played a critical role in transitioning processes from LATAM and North America regions to establish
Halliburton's Pune shared service center. Gained hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central through comprehensive training programs and practical projects. Managed entire employee lifecycle: job requisitions, onboarding, background and medical screenings, employment letters issuance. Created basic reports and dashboards in SAP SuccessFactors, providing insights to HR teams for decision-making. Drafted and reviewed offer letters and agreements for international employees, ensuring compliance with company policies and local regulations. Entered and maintained employee details in SAP, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across the HR system.
Handled promotions, position changes, compensation adjustments, and voluntary separations.
Ensured accurate and timely HRIS updates for personnel actions, serving as a first-level subject
matter expert for HR administration. Provided prompt and accurate responses to employee inquiries, adhering to high-quality standards and SLAs. Utilized DISA and AWSI for employee screening and compliance, escalating complex issues to HR COEs as needed. Initiated deployment activities, including visa processing and relocation logistics, to support smooth international transitions. Identified process improvements, created SOPs and knowledge articles within the HR service center. Aligned HR processes with organizational goals, fostered internal relationships, and identified areas for enhancement.
Coordinated with global HR teams and external vendors to facilitate seamless onboarding and support
for international employees.

Ibm india private limited

Technical Support Specialist (portuguese language specialist)

Nov 2015 – Apr 2020 · 4 yrs 5 mos · Hyderabad, Índia · On-site

Monitored batch jobs using TWS, Control-M, and UC4 tools, ensuring smooth operations and timely
issue resolution by alerting the on-call support team. Created month-end analysis reports to provide insights on batch job performance and identified areas for improvement. Scheduled and updated jobs through BMC Control-M Desktop, including defining job calendars and assigning quantitative resources.
Resolved abend error codes by reviewing logs and documents, and managed Clarify tickets by
promptly opening, closing, and updating them. Coordinated team activities, prioritized ticket severity (Sev1, Sev2, Sev3), and conducted conference calls to address issues efficiently. Performed research on batch job failures, implemented urgent schedule changes, and analyzed frequently occurring failures to develop long-term fixes. Recorded and routed problems to appropriate support groups, performed regular batch monitoring and cleared old queues to maintain system efficiency. Provided training to new joiners as a subject matter expert and participated in change management meetings. Generated weekly reports from ticketing tools and Control-M to track progress and performance, contributing to the overall success of the team..

Monsanto

FINANCIAL & Accounting associate

Oct 2013 – Oct 2015 · 2 yrs · Bangalore · On-site

Analyzed and coded clients' accounts payable invoices in SAP, ensuring accurate and timely
processing. Prepared the Tax ledger (J1B1N) in SAP for the Brazil AP process, managing freight, utility invoices and returns of goods. Identified and resolved issues in invoice processing, leveraging Portuguese language skills to communicate with concerned teams. Actively participated in country calls to capture, share, and document process knowledge, contributing to the Transition Project for standardizing processes. Conducted discrepancy management through investigations, follow-ups, and communication with the country via calls, emails, and workflows. Prepared and updated process SOPs to facilitate audits, continuous training of new recruits, and quality checks. Checked GR/IR (Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt) and coordinated with PO owners to request amendments as required. Collaborated with team leaders to provide updates on issues and queries, ensuring effective
resolution and smooth operations..

Oceaneering

Finance & Accounting Associate

Feb 2013 – Oct 2013 · 8 mos · Chandīgarh Area, India · On-site

Processed invoices, applied payments, and reconciled vendor accounts, ensuring accuracy and
timeliness in financial records. Managed manual payments and accruals, maintaining meticulous attention to detail to uphold financial integrity. Collaborated with the General Ledger (GL) team to generate and analyze journal reports, summarizing large volumes of financial data for clarity and accuracy. Conducted vendor account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain smooth vendor relationships. Ensured all financial records were accurate and up-to-date, supporting informed decision-making within the finance department. Utilized strong analytical and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and maintain high standards of accuracy in all accounting processes.

Hewlett-packard

Business Process Associate

Feb 2011 – Feb 2013 · 2 yrs · Bengaluru, Karnataka, Índia · On-site

Processed purchase requisitions from internal customers for indirect purchases, ensuring timely and
accurate fulfillment of procurement needs. Supported the APNI department and Vendor Data Maintenance team by creating new vendors for HP, including interaction with Brazilian vendors to gather company and bank information. Managed two distinct processes: VO/CSSO (Volume Operations) and the Translation Process, ensuring adherence to operational standards and timelines. Reported team productivity to Team Lead, allocated tasks among team members, and tracked daily backlogs to optimize workflow efficiency. Conducted quality control checks on processed requisitions to maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance with procurement policies. Prepared and presented monthly reports for the Translation Process, providing insights on process performance and improvements.

Actionedge knowledge services pvt ltd

Research Analyst

Aug 2010 – Jan 2011 · 5 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site

Analyzed IT-related processes to ensure compliance with high standards and organizational goals,
collaborating closely with the IT Manager and IT Security Manager. Ran various reports and conducted quality analyses of teamwork to optimize operational efficiency and meet targets. Tracked daily backlogs and implemented strategies to enhance team productivity and workflow management. Utilized expertise in Portuguese language to facilitate effective global communication and operations within the team. Ensured IT systems' security and smooth functionality, contributing to the overall success of IT
initiatives and projects. Demonstrated strong attention to detail and a deep understanding of IT processes to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.