Ayurshri Kesarwani

Program Manager @Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer, IIT Delhi

South Delhi, IN

Procurement & Contract Management | Stakeholder Engagement | Strategic PartnershipsI specialise in procurement, contract management, and stakeholder engagement, working across both government and consultancy e-procurement processes. My experience spans collaborations with leading government institutions such as the Indian Army, MeitY, DRDO, and public sector organisations, as well as global corporates and consulting partners including Google, Microsoft, Adobe, Bosch, GIZ, Enzene, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, etc.Procurement & Contract ManagementSkilled in managing end-to-end procurement processes across government and consultancy e-procurement portals, ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory frameworks.Experienced in vendor lifecycle management, from onboarding and engagement to performance monitoring and process optimisation.I am actively involved in the review and vetting of Memorandums of Understanding, contracts, and agreements with corporate and government partners, which helps to reduce risks and ensures timely project signoffs.Committed to sustainability by aligning procurement with green practices and resource efficiency goals.Stakeholder & Event EngagementCoordinated with senior leadership, government stakeholders, and industry partners to enable smooth execution of large-scale projects and collaborations.Designed and delivered stakeholder communication strategies to strengthen engagement and visibility.We supported the planning and execution of organisational events, forums, and innovation showcases, ensuring impactful outreach and partnership building.Core StrengthsGovernment & consultancy eProcurement | Contract lifecycle management | Vendor & process optimization | Compliance oversight | Stakeholder engagement & events leadership