Subramanian Krishnan
About Subramanian Krishnan
Subramanian Krishnan serves as the Deputy General Manager of Sourcing and Procurement at Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd, where he focuses on strategic sourcing and cost reduction. With extensive experience in procurement and finance, he has a proven track record of implementing efficient inventory management and automation processes.
Work at Hathway
Subramanian Krishnan serves as the Deputy General Manager of Sourcing and Procurement at Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd. since 2018. In this role, he has developed strategies for alternative sourcing and new supplier development aimed at reducing costs. He has achieved a cost reduction of 25% from existing prices through strategic sourcing initiatives. Krishnan has also implemented automation processes in the ERP system, streamlining the purchase request to pay process. Additionally, he has created comprehensive reports, including the GRN to Pay Report and Open PO Report, to enhance project management and inventory oversight.
Previous Experience
Before joining Hathway, Subramanian Krishnan worked at Tikona Infinet Ltd. as Deputy General Manager of Sourcing and Procurement from 2008 to 2018. His earlier experience includes a role as Accounts Officer at Famy Care Ltd. from 1986 to 1992. He also held the position of Deputy Manager in Finance and Accounts at Vodafone from 1995 to 2008 in the United Kingdom. His diverse experience across various sectors has contributed to his expertise in procurement and financial management.
Education and Expertise
Subramanian Krishnan holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Mumbai University. He studied Accountancy and Business at S.I.E.S Institute of Management Studies from 1986 to 1987 and Economics and Accounting at N.R. Swamy College, Wadala from 1981 to 1982. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in finance and procurement. Krishnan's expertise includes strategic sourcing, supplier development, and inventory management, supported by his practical experience in implementing ERP systems.
Achievements in Procurement
Throughout his career, Subramanian Krishnan has made significant contributions to procurement practices. At Hathway, he implemented item-wise minimum and maximum quantity controls through ERP to optimize inventory management. His strategic initiatives have led to substantial cost reductions and improved efficiency in procurement processes. The development of detailed reports for capital expenditure items has enhanced decision-making and operational transparency within the organization.