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Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing
I lead strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives that reduce costs and strengthen supplier partnerships.
IndiaSenior Manager Strategic Sourcing at Freshworks Technologies Pvt Ltd
Freshworks Technologies Pvt Ltd
Leads strategic sourcing initiatives, collaborating with business units to drive global sourcing strategies. Designed and implemented category strategies and processes to improve operations and achieve cost savings.
Strategic SourcingStakeholder ManagementContract ManagementVendor ManagementCategory ManagementCost OptimizationProcess Improvement
Managed strategic sourcing for the APAC region, developing category plans and negotiating contracts. Achieved significant cost savings through vendor consolidation and contract negotiations.
Strategic SourcingVendor ManagementContract NegotiationCategory Management
MBA in HR and Marketing from Manipal University, completed in 2005.
MBA in HR and Marketing from Manipal University, completed in 2005.
Bachelor of Commerce from JSS College Mysore, completed in 2002.
Bachelor of Commerce from JSS College Mysore, completed in 2002.
JP Morgan Services India Pvt Ltd
Managed sourcing transactions for software and cyber security categories across US, EMEA, and APAC. Led a purchasing team and ensured supplier compliance with policies.
SourcingSupplier ManagementContract ManagementComplianceTeam LeadershipProcurement
Administered software contracts, negotiated terms, and ensured compliance. Coordinated with operations and legal to manage contract documentation and invoicing.
Contract ManagementNegotiationRFPSAPComplianceVendor Management
Deloitte Support Services India Pvt Ltd
Administered Ariba purchases and reconciliations for hardware, managed contract administration, and communicated with global procurement teams.
AribaProcurementContract AdministrationCommunication Skills
Managed purchasing and sourcing for APAC and EMEA, including IT products and software. Conducted negotiations and developed procurement governance for SaaS.
ProcurementSourcingNegotiationSupplier ManagementSaaSContract Management
Assisted employees with procurement through iProcurement, followed up on deliveries, and ensured approvals for purchases.
Oracle IProcurementProcurementCommunication SkillsApproval Process
Resolved client issues via email, maintained daily reports, and supported team productivity and quality analysis.
Customer ServiceIssue ResolutionReportingData Analysis
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