Experience

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  Rt outsourcing services ltd

  Feb 2007 - Jul 2009

  Logistics coordinator

  Logistics ManagementIT Asset ManagementIT ProcurementTeam ManagementVendor ManagementCommercial NegotiationsFollow-ups and Track Closures

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  Net connect global india pvt ltd

  Jan 2011 - Aug 2011

  It asset coordinator

  Asset Management:-• To record and maintain the details for all the IT assets like serial number, asset code, installation date, expiry date, department, and hardware configuration details.• Creating entry in Asset register of Purchase Order and Warranty status.• Taking care of IT Inventory like Laptop, Desktop, Blackberry, Printer and IT spares also.• Taking care of all India Region escalations for asset and IT-related issues.• Taking care of asset-related requirements and close within SLA.• Record all installation of new machines, movement within site/ locations, changes in Configuration of machines (IMAC) and make the change in CMDB.• Tracking Consumable Usage, Checking Quality-Tracking Reorder Levels, and initiating re-orderInitiation of Procurement• Asset Verification / Audit every quarter.• Following up with each site team lead for all asset updated lists.• Handling Insurance claims for damaged/stolen Assets.• Close services requests by regularly following up with respective location• Registering New Assets in Asset management Interface by scanning the assets & updating the database.• Coordinating with the procurement team for new assets & new Licenses.• Working on MS outlook, HPOV call logging tool, and HPOVSD Tool role as Configuration Manager.• Making weekly dashboard report and share to Regional Delivery Lead.• Making monthly Asset Management report and share to Regional Delivery Lead.• Leading the asset team and taking team meetings for improvement of the process.Vendor Management:_• Coordinating with the vendor for rental Assets hire and send back.• Process for creating the PO for new Assets or any IT requirement.• Coordinate with Vendor for best quote and process for approval.• Coordinate with the internal team for all vendor payment-related issues.• Third-party vendor for delivery of Assets and Invoice Processing.• Coordination with the vendor for all Hardware Break-fix calls till closer. Show less

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  Capgemini

  Aug 2011 - Nov 2012

  Consultant

  IT Asset ManagementVendor ManagementIT ProcurementDepot OperationsAsset RefreshDisposal of AssetsQBR reportsMonthly expense report

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  First advantage

  Dec 2012 - Nov 2014

  Licensing manager-it procurement & vendor management

  • Responsible for all new purchase requests related to software and all business solution implementation projects.• Responsible for all contracts and technical support agreement renewals and coordination with vendors about price and term negotiations.• Proactively working with internal IT team to avoid any reinstatement fee for support renewals.• Managing Global IT inventory planning and complete distribution to end-users.• Co-ordinate and help evaluate the high value and complex Procurement tenders route.• Managing purchasing and renewals related to Domain Name’s and SSL Certificates.• Keeping track of all hardware shipments on day to day basis’s to avoid a delay at the user end.• Internal coordination accounts and other associated departments for vendor payments-related issues.• Manage supplier’s performance, control cost, and consistency in quality of items procured.• Identify and source quality suppliers to meet the requirements of the organization.• Identify opportunities for cost savings and explore a shared business relationship with key suppliers.• Deliver continuous levels of cost improvement through better, simpler, cheaper ways of working.• Vendor management- evaluates existing vendors; develops alternate vendors to continuously improve delivery and quality reliability.• Monthly MIS-Formulating, reporting, and controlling the purchasing function's key performance indicators. Show less

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  Hcl technologies

  Nov 2014 - Feb 2019

  Senior procurement manager

  Responsibilities:• Major categories handled- EUC and Consumables, IT Hardware (Enterprise), Software and Information Security, Professional Services, Network Security, Field Services and Data Center• RFP’s for internal and external requirements including Bid Management, eAuction, reverse auction, and Deal Execution.• Contract negotiations for NDA, MSA, SOW, and other business agreements• Audit and Governance• Order fulfillment • Vendors payment-related disputes• Monthly spend review for Managed, Resale and Contracted requirements• Sourcing opportunity tracker review for US region• Partner Performance report for all projects (Quarterly) including partner score and RAG Status• Drive strategic initiatives for Categories with TOP to spend vs partner vs savings to optimize cost• The total annual spend is around $200- $250mn.Achievements:• Established Procurement Capability and published matrix• Developed Strong Business Relationship with key suppliers• Successfully novated 50 plus third-party contracts• Introduced weekly calls with internal teams (Business, SCM, Finance, Procurement, and P2P) for smooth operations and avoid delays.• Reduced Third Party Contracts renewal cost bya minimum of 20%• Accomplished desired savings for managed, resale, and contracted purchase requests Show less

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  Bahwan cybertek

  Feb 2019 - Oct 2021

  Senior manager procurement (head of procurement mena and usa regions)

  Key Accountabilities: -• Responsible for overall coordination and evaluation of procurement activities for MENA and USA region (E2E Procurement)• Supporting diverse line of businesses within the Group of companies• Procurement initiatives to support Strategic Sourcing for high-value complex transactions to minimize the process gaps and achieve maximum savings.• Procurement and Contracting activities including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation, and preparation of contracts• Categories- IT Hardware and EUC, Software and Professional Services, Network Security, Managed Services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), Data Center Hosting, Administration and Facility, Event Management, Insurance (Medical and General Insurance), Real-Estate (Service Agreements), Telematics and Project-based purchases. • Define procurement strategy and follow best practices• Advancing and implementation of organizational policies related to procurement• Customer Relationship and Service Satisfaction• Initiated business review meetings with key stakeholders to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost down and improvement opportunities.• Vendor Management and Performance Management • Order Fulfilment• Cost Savings InitiativesAchievements: -• Established Procurement function from scratch and set up an offshore support team • Developed Strong Business Relationship with key suppliers (CalAmp, Dovers, Relcon, NLIC)• Winner of “Achiever Award 2020”• Successfully renegotiated office lease contract with Hive for a 100-seater office• 10% average savings for each financial year and credit term is established with all key vendors• Procurement term efforts are recognized at the highest level and received multiple appreciations Show less

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  Qualfon

  Oct 2021 - now

  Director global procurement

  Global Procurement Automation•Procurement ROI•Policy and Process Improvements•Cost Saving Opportunities•Strategic Procurement Planning•Operational Efficiency•Contract Negotiations•Spend Analysis and Negotiations•Performance Measurement and Reporting•Budget Planning and ExecutionTeam Development and Communication•People Management•Change Management•Team Leadership and Development•Cross-Functional LeadershipCustomer Satisfaction•Enhance Internal Customer Satisfaction Score•Relationship Building•Business InfluenceSupplier Development and Risk Management•Supplier Relationship Management•Risk Management•Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility•Market Intelligence and Analysis•Compliance and Ethical Standards•Supplier Diversity and InclusionAchievements:•Implemented an E-Procurement system to streamline procurement operations and enhance customer satisfaction.•Implemented Category Management and hired regional managers.•Drafted and implemented a new procurement policy focused on internal controls.•Introduced controls to minimize blanket POs and non-PO transactions.•Achieved significant cost savings across IT Hardware ($5 million), IT Software ($14 million), facility projects ($15 million), and consumables ($3 million). Show less