About Paul Raj
Results-driven Power BI Expert and Data Analytics Specialist with 12+ years of progressive experience across procurement, supply chain management, inventory control, demand planning, and quality assurance in manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. Proven expertise in designing and deploying interactive Power BI dashboards that translate complex datasets into actionable insights, driving operational excellence and strategic decision-making.
Adept at aligning analytics with business goals, ESG/BRSR compliance, IATF 16949 standards, and continuous improvement initiatives. Currently completing a DBA at Swiss International Management Academy. Recognized with Outstanding Performance Award 2024.
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Professional Experience
Power BI Expert / Planning & Reporting Specialist
Feb 2024 – PresentRua Al Madinah Holding · Madinah, Saudi Arabia
- Develop & maintain 15+ interactive Power BI dashboards for strategic KPIs
- Built Project Procurement Delay Analysis dashboard → Outstanding Performance Award 2024
- Automate reporting pipelines improving efficiency across departments
- Present data-backed strategies to Executive Director & leadership
Assistant Manager Procurement – Aluminum & Raw Materials
Jun 2023 – Feb 2024Sansera Engineering Limited · India
- Spearheaded aluminum procurement using Power BI and SAP ERP
- Managed IATF 16949 & ESG compliance across supplier base
- Developed Power BI spend analytics & supplier scorecard reports
Assistant Manager Procurement – Aluminium Extrusion & Die Development
May 2019 – May 2023Schueco India Pvt. Ltd. · India
- Drove end-to-end procurement & die development for aluminum extrusion profiles
- Deployed Power BI for real-time supplier performance — improved on-time delivery by 20%
- Managed 30+ supplier portfolio with annual rate contracts
Demand Planning & Procurement Analyst
May 2018 – May 2019Hyundai Steel India · India
- Led steel coil procurement for KIA production lines
- Data-driven inventory forecasting and safety stock optimization
Senior Engineer Procurement – Steel Wire Rods
Mar 2017 – Apr 2018Aradhya Steel Pvt. Ltd. · India
- End-to-end steel wire rod procurement & inventory management
- Established supplier evaluation frameworks & procurement dashboards
Procurement and QA Engineer
Feb 2016 – Mar 2017Mactech Engineering · India
- OpEx sourcing & supplier development for engineering components
- QMS implementation per ISO standards
Casting Procurement & Quality Engineer
Jun 2012 – Jul 2015CIE Automotive India Ltd. · India
- Led casting procurement & outsourcing of special processes
- Implemented QMS per IATF 16949 — contributed to annual cost savings
Achievements & Projects
Education
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
In ProgressSwiss International Management Academy (SIMA)
2025 – Present
Reg: P25/07/6/ED1853 | Research Focus: Data Analytics & Business Strategy
Post Graduate Diploma in Import-Export Management
CompletedIndian Institute of Import-Export Management (PIIEM)
Feb 2017 – Feb 2018
Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical Engineering (BE)
DistinctionAnna University, India
Jul 2007 – Apr 2011
Best Outstanding Student Award | Distinction in Curriculum, Sports & Extracurriculars
Awards & Honors
Outstanding Performance Award 2024
Rua Al Madinah Holding Company
Recognized for consistently exceeding Executive Director expectations, delivering results on schedule, and creating the high-impact Project Procurement Delay Analysis Dynamic Dashboard.
Best Outstanding Student Award
Anna University (2007–2011)
Honored for exceptional performance in academics, sports, and extracurricular activities during the Bachelor of Engineering program.
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