Vaibhav Kakade Takes the Helm as Purchase Manager at The Orchid Hotel Pune

Pune January 2024- The Orchid Hotel Pune proudly announces the appointment of Vaibhav Kakade as the new Purchase Manager, strengthening its commitment to excellence in procurement and hospitality services.

With an illustrious 15-year career in various renowned brands, including Radisson, Oakwood, and Flight Catering, he brings a wealth of experience to his role. Starting as a storekeeper at Sun and Sand Hotel, Accor Group, Kakade's journey reflects a progression driven by his dedication and expertise in the field.

Currently serving as the Purchase Manager at Orchid Hotel Pune, he views this as a significant opportunity to contribute to one of the city's largest hotels with an expansive banquet area. His focus is on delivering top-notch services by ensuring cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and maintaining the highest quality materials for guests.

His dedication extends beyond the professional realm. A passionate cricketer, he spends his Sundays on the cricket field with friends. His love for music, particularly 90s songs, reflects his diverse interests and adds a vibrant touch to his personality.

Orchid Hotel, a reputed name in the Indian hotel industry, stands out as the largest hotel in Pune, boasting a considerable room capacity and expansive banquet lawns. His decision to join Orchid Hotel is fueled by his eagerness to contribute his best, gain knowledge, and embrace new challenges within the hotel industry.

He added, "In the next few years, I envision myself proudly holding the position of Corporate Purchase Manager within the Orchid Hotel Group of hotels. With unwavering dedication, hard work, and a passion for excellence, I am confident that I will achieve this milestone and contribute to the continued success of the organization."

Looking ahead, he envisions himself as a Corporate Purchase Manager within the Orchid Hotel Group in the coming years. Confident in his hard work and passion, he is poised to ascend to new heights, further contributing to the success and reputation of Orchid Hotel Pune.

Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport Announces the Appointment of Ram Dwivedi as Purchase Manager

Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Ram

Dwivedi as the new Purchase Manager. With his extensive experience and expertise in procurement and supply chain management, Ram is poised to make a significant contribution to the hotel's purchase operations.

In his new role, he will oversee all aspects of procurement, including vendor management,

negotiation, strategic sourcing, and inventory control. Ram will play a vital role in optimizing purchasing processes, ensuring cost efficiency, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the service requirements.

Ram brings with him more than two decades of rich experience in procurement for Hotels, Resorts, Facility Management & Retail Super Market Category Management. With a proven track record of driving procurement excellence and delivering tangible results, his expertise is in stabilizing procurement & instituting SOPs of HACCP & FSSAI. His strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify cost-saving opportunities make him a valuable asset.

Furthermore, his collaborative approach and excellent communication skills will foster productive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

"We are thrilled to welcome Ram as our new Purchase Manager," said Subhrajit Bardhan, GeneralManager Holiday Inn Mumbai. "His extensive experience and strategic mindset will be instrumental in streamlining our purchasing operations and driving cost optimization. We have full confidence in

Ram's ability to enhance our procurement processes and contribute to our company's overall success."

Please join us in welcoming Ram Dwivedi to the family. His appointment reaffirms our commitment to maintaining a strong leadership team and driving success in the procurement function.