Vishara Prakash

CEO

Netherlands6 yrs 1 mo experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Achieved 15% cost reduction in Soda Ash portfolio.
  • Cultivated relationships with 25+ supply partners.
  • Saved over €3 million annually through risk management.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Supply Chain Specialist with expertise in Procurement and Strategic Sourcing.

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Skills

Core Skills

Strategic SourcingStakeholder ManagementCost ManagementEducationData AnalyticsProject ManagementQuality ManagementClinical Operations

Other Skills

Consumer ProductsPersonal Care ProductsInventory ManagementSimplificationCommodity MarketsMentoringTrainingRPAData AnalysisMobile App DevelopmentCollaborationQuality AssuranceProcess Optimization (Manufacturing)Clinical ResearchStrategic Collaboration

About

A passionate and strategic supply chain specialist with 5 years of experience in Global Procurement Sourcing in Home Care, Food and Beauty sector. I thrive on driving decision-making and negotiation through a data-driven approach and operational excellence. My journey has been fueled by a commitment to simplification, improved cost management, and sustainable sourcing. Key Highlights: 1) Strategic Sourcing: Successfully managed a €500 million Soda Ash portfolio for 3 years, achieving a 15% cost reduction. Led €50 million Modified Starches spend to a 10% simplification in 1 year. 2) Stakeholder Management: Cultivated and maintained relationships with over 25 supply partners and over 60 sourcing units, leveraging global sourcing to enhance procurement strategies. My multicultural and mobile background includes work experience in both Asia and Europe hub locations 3) Commodity Market Expertise: Leveraged my Chemical Engineering background to analyze commodity cost models, implementing risk management strategies and cost hedging that saved over €3 million annually I am passionate about leveraging data analytics to make informed procurement decisions and always on the lookout for innovative solutions to complex supply chain challenges. My goal is to contribute to a sustainable and resilient supply chain that supports business growth and customer satisfaction. When I'm not optimizing supply chains, you can find me exploring running trails or blogging about new vegetarian recipes. Let's connect to share thoughts on supply chain or data analytics, and discuss new opportunities!

Experience

Unilever

4 roles

Category Lead - Europe Beauty and Wellbeing Skin Care

Promoted

May 2025 – Present · 11 mos · Hybrid

  • Lead procurement in innovations for Beauty and Wellbeing category in Europe through collaborative and fast-paced sourcing
  • Connect procurement levers with P&L impact, driving savings, mitigating risks, and unlocking strategic sourcing opportunities
  • Orchestrate compliance for the category to ensure readiness for CMR1B and EUDR regulations - developing robust supplier engagement and contingency strategies
Consumer ProductsPersonal Care ProductsStrategic SourcingStakeholder Management

Global Assistant Procurement Manager - Starches

Apr 2024 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr · Hybrid

  • Propelled the hedging expansion strategy of Starches, achieving a 8% global increase in risk-managed spend with clear cost models in place
  • Achieved a 10% cost reduction through portfolio segmentation and a Basket Buying strategy
Inventory ManagementSimplificationStrategic SourcingCost Management

Global Assistant Procurement Manager - Soda Ash

Jun 2020 – Mar 2024 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Hybrid

  • Strategic Sourcing: Championed the management of a EUR 500 million Soda Ash and Sodium Bicarbonate portfolio, driving EUR 15 million in procurement interventions to successfully mitigate inflation
  • Supplier Relationships: Fostered strong partnerships with over 25 key suppliers, traders, and local markets, ensuring cost-optimal and efficient supply to 60+ Unilever detergent production sites globally
  • Cost Savings: Delivered a remarkable 15% cost reduction in the Soda Ash portfolio through innovative cost savings projects, meticulous supply and demand management, and strategically timed negotiations
  • Market Analysis: Conducted in-depth market analysis to forecast future trends, leveraging data-driven decision-making to negotiate market-leading competitive prices
  • Crisis Management: Proactively developed contingency plans and adeptly managed local supply chain operational crises, ensuring zero stock-out incidences
Inventory ManagementCommodity MarketsStrategic SourcingCost Management

Procurement Intern

Jul 2019 – Jan 2020 · 6 mos · Singapore · On-site

  • Led the Market Indicator Platform project using RPA, delivering 15 metrics for 4 product portfolios
  • Launched a mobile app for warehouse stock tracking and visibility, collaborating with vendors and traders
  • Saved $60,000 by developing a supplier volume allocation tool with Excel Solver and VBA
  • Created a Power BI Dashboard to monitor global purchase volumes, prices, and contracts
Inventory ManagementProject ManagementData Analytics

Halliburton

Intern

Jan 2019 – Jun 2019 · 5 mos · Singapore · On-site

  • Planned a Quality Training journey using data-driven analysis
  • Developed visual work instructions and training videos to enhance process visibility
  • Reduced downtime by 10% through time-study analysis and Value Stream Mapping
  • Implemented an Excel VBA calibration data dashboard, cutting inspection search time by 30%
  • Organized a lean carnival with fellow interns to share industry best practices
Quality AssuranceProcess Optimization (Manufacturing)Quality Management

Sanofi

Medical Operations Intern

May 2018 – Jul 2018 · 2 mos · Singapore · On-site

  • Streamlined distribution list processes using Lean Six Sigma, reducing work time by 75% and improving accuracy by 30%
  • Enhanced medical governance and visibility of Publications Plans with a new Excel tool
  • Supported clinical plan prioritization and goal setting for the upcoming year
  • Drove regional compliance initiatives by presenting market self-assessment analyses to the Asia Medical Extended Leadership Team
Clinical ResearchStrategic CollaborationClinical Operations

Self-employed part-time tutor

Private Tutor

Jun 2017 – Jul 2021 · 4 yrs 1 mo · Singapore · On-site

  • Taught Math and Science lessons to two secondary students, boosting their grades by over 30%
  • Planned and executed tailored curriculums according to each student's unique learning abilities
  • Inspired and motivated students through close mentorship and personalized support
MentoringTrainingEducation

Education

National University of Singapore

Bachelor of Engineering - BE — Chemical Engineering

Jan 2016 – Jan 2020

Hanyang University

Jan 2019 – Jan 2019

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