Chennai, November 2024 – Hyatt Regency Chennai has announced the appointment of Dilli Babu as the new Materials Manager. Dilli brings with him an impressive 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with a strong background in procurement and materials management.

Dilli Babu holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from the University of Madras and a Diploma in Computer Applications. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional skills in leading procurement processes, managing vendor relations, and optimizing material costs while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

His career includes pivotal roles at various esteemed international hotel brands, including his recent position as Purchasing Manager at The Westin Miriandhoo, Maldives. There, he achieved significant savings of approximately $421K within 15 months in a challenging logistical environment and handled Capex purchases worth $1.5 million. Prior to this, he served as Materials Manager at Park Hyatt Hyderabad and Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad, where he was instrumental in leading tendering processes and supporting pre-opening operations.

Dilli Babu’s association with Hyatt Regency Chennai dates back to 2011, where he was a key pre-opening team member and served in various procurement capacities. His in-depth knowledge of Hyatt’s procurement standards and his strong leadership capabilities make him an invaluable addition to the team.

In his new role, Dilli Babu will oversee all materials and procurement operations at Hyatt Regency Chennai, ensuring cost-effective strategies, streamlined processes, and continued operational success.

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