Ajay Singh

About Ajay Singh

Strategic and results-driven procurement professional with over 13 years of comprehensive experience in Retail, Telecommunication, Paint, and Automobile industries. Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, IT-enabled software, and management consulting. Adept at driving cost optimization, revenue assurance, and risk management initiatives. Proven ability to lead large-scale engagements and deliver value through innovative solutions and process improvements. Known for strong business acumen, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Experience

1. Senior Sourcing Manager- Global Product and Technology Procurement

   IHG Hotels & Resorts

   Aug 2025 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Leading a cross-functional team of 7 members to drive strategic sourcing initiatives within the P&T, PS and C&M category, ensuring operational efficiency and goal alignment. Building and developing GCC procurement team and enhancing Global procurement process and strategic. Managing end-to-end procurement lifecycle for IT hardware, software, services, and cloud solutions, aligning with business needs and compliance standards. Developing and executing sourcing strategies to optimize supplier performance, reduce costs, and mitigate risks across IT spend categories. Driving contract negotiations and vendor management with top-tier IT suppliers, ensuring favorable terms, SLAs, and long-term value creation. Conducting market analysis and benchmarking to identify savings opportunities and stay current with emerging IT procurement trends. Partnering with internal stakeholders, including IT, Finance, and Legal, to ensure sourcing strategies align with organizational priorities. Implementing cost-saving initiatives and demand management strategies that contributed to measurable year-over-year savings. Utilizing e-sourcing tools and procurement platforms to streamline sourcing processes, enhance transparency, and improve decision-making. Monitoring vendor performance through KPIs and scorecards, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement. Ensuring compliance with corporate policies, data security requirements, and industry standards in all sourcing activities.

Education

• Rajasthan Technical University (RTU), Kota

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Mechanical Engineering

  2006 — 2010

• MIT School of Distance Education

  Master's Degree, Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician

  2012 — 2014

• Hight school, Bokaro

  12, PCM

  2003 — 2005

Skills

• Purchasing
• Management
• Contract Management
• Outlook
• Gap Analysis
• Internal Audit
• Operations Management
• Procurement
• Logistics
• Training
• Customer Service
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Sourcing
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Sap Products
• Vendor Management
• Business Strategy
• Negotiation
• Microsoft Office
• Risk Management
• Team Management
• Financial Analysis
• Human Resources
• Strategy
• Telecommunications
• Supply Chain Management
• Project Management
• Performance Management