Joel Raju

Passionate about making a difference in both professional and personal spheres, I am an experienced Procurement Officer and Purchase Admin with a strong track record of driving efficiency and cost reduction while maintaining high-quality standards. My career journey has been marked by a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of empathy and effective communication.
I believe in the transformative power of inclusivity and open communication. My diverse background has taught me the importance of empathy, diplomacy, and adaptability in creating positive change. I'm committed to fostering environments where all individuals, regardless of their background or abilities, can thrive and contribute meaningfully.

Procurement Officer @ Euro Foods Group Ltd.
- Spearheaded the procurement process, optimising costs and negotiating contracts to enhance profitability.
- Maintain meticulous procurement records and ensured compliance with industry regulations

Purchase Admin @ Euro Foods Group Ltd.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and vendors to streamline procurement operations.
- Managed purchase orders, nurtured supplier relationships, and monitored inventory levels.

Equality and Inclusion Intern @ Legacy International
- Actively contributed to initiatives promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within and beyond the workplace.
- Conducted research, assisted in training program development, and supported diversity recruitment efforts.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES Cardiff, UK - MBA Global (Master of Business Administration) Specialised in HRM.
Relevant coursework: International Management of Employee relations (HRM), Strategic Financial Management Dissertation: - Studying the role of HRM in the development and management of virtual teams in organisations during pandemic situations.

LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY Leeds, UK BA (Hons) Business and Management
Relevant coursework: Strategic Human Resource Management for Leaders, Governance, Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility, Managing Organisations and People.

Consultancy Project: Tharavadu Indian Restaurant- Led a group of three participants to collect, and analyse data required to maximise the productivity and local market share (in terms of customers) by analysing the opportunities available.