Abhishek Pandey

About Abhishek Pandey

I am currently working with Hilton Supply Management, South Asia Corporate Office, as Manager – Sourcing (FF & E), South Asia, leading strategic sourcing and procurement for Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF & E) and Operating Supplies & Equipment (OS & E) across Hilton managed and franchised hotels in the region.I oversee end-to-end procurement including supplier strategy, competitive bidding, negotiations, contract management, and pre-opening support, ensuring best value through Total Cost of Ownership while adhering to Hilton brand standards and global quality benchmarks. I collaborate closely with design, operations, finance, and ownership teams to deliver cost-effective, brand-compliant sourcing solutions and seamless hotel project execution.My role also focuses on supplier performance management, spend analytics, value engineering, and implementing digital procurement tools to drive efficiency, transparency, sustainability, and operational excellence across South Asia.I have a MBA degree from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, with a specialization in Financial Market, and a NCMP certification from the National Stock Exchange of India Limited. I am proficient in analytical, forecasting, and communication skills, and I am passionate about optimizing supply chain operations and creating value for the organization. I have successfully supervised budgets, projects, and vendors impanelment, delivering cost savings, quality, and timely delivery. I have also been recognized with multiple awards and honors for my performance and contribution in a span of 10 years.

Experience

1. Manager Sourcing (Ff & E), South Asia Hilton Supply Management

   Hilton

   Jan 2026 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Lead end-to-end sourcing and procurement strategy for FF & E and OS & E categories across Hilton managed and franchised hotels in India, Nepal, Bangladesh and the South Asia region.• Plan, organise and control procurement activities supporting hotel pre-openings, renovations, and operational supply needs.• Manage supplier selection, negotiations, bidding (RFx), cost analysis, and contract awards to ensure best value through Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles.• Develop cost-effective, brand-compliant FF & E packages in collaboration with design, architecture and project teams.• Drive product development and value engineering through specification reviews, drawings, and supplier partnerships.• Evaluate suppliers on quality, production capability, service performance, and financial stability and manage performance throughout the lifecycle.• Act as a subject matter expert for assigned sourcing categories, supporting brand standards and internal stakeholders.• Execute regional spend analysis, procurement planning, and strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with business and financial goals.• Lead cross-functional collaboration with operations, finance, design, owners, and APAC HSM teams to deliver value and efficiencies.• Implement Hilton procurement systems and tools (BirchStreet, Smart Spend, CDAT, MBT Check, etc.) to optimise visibility, reporting and compliance.• Centralise and manage supplier contracts, catalogues, pricing data, and performance reporting to ensure governance and transparency.• Champion ESG, responsible sourcing, sustainability and brand commitments across the supply chain.• Conduct regional field visits and operational reviews, enhancing procurement processes and hotel support.• Maintain a strong customer-first mindset, ensuring high service levels to stakeholders and hotel teams.

Education

• MODERN SCHOOL

  INTERMEDIATE, Business/Commerce, General

  2008 — 2010

• Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Financial market

  2014 — 2016

• Delhi University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Business/Commerce, General

  2010 — 2013