Sameer Bandal

About Sameer Bandal

Strategic IT Procurement Leader and Business Development Manager with 17+ years of expertise in architecting and executing end-to-end procurement operations for the Government, Defence, and Enterprise sectors. My core competency lies in building robust, cost-optimized supply chains through strategic vendor negotiation, OEM management, and meticulous GeM & tender processes, which directly enables successful solution sales and market expansion.I specialize in bridging the gap between complex procurement logistics and revenue generation. My process involves:Procurement Strategy & Execution: Designing and managing the entire procurement lifecycle—from vendor selection and competitive negotiation on GeM to order finalization and logistics—ensuring compliance, cost-efficiency, and on-time delivery.Vendor & OEM Partnership Development: Building and nurturing deep relationships with distributors and OEMs to secure advantageous pricing, exclusive support, and market intelligence that provides a competitive edge in tenders.Solution Sales & Business Development: Leveraging procurement advantages to craft compelling, winning proposals for high-value accounts. My deep understanding of cost structures and supply chain dynamics allows me to price solutions aggressively and close deals that are profitable and sustainable.At Innovative Techhub Pvt. Ltd, I translate this procurement excellence into tangible business results: securing major contracts, reducing operational costs by an average of 15-20% through strategic sourcing, and ensuring flawless project execution that builds long-term client trust.Core Competencies: Strategic IT Procurement | Vendor & OEM Management | Government e-Marketplace (GeM)| Tender & Bid Management | Cost Negotiation & Optimization | Supply Chain Logistics | IT Solution Sales | Government & Defence Account Management | Business DevelopmentI am keen to connect with peers and explore opportunities where strategic procurement leadership can drive significant business growth.

Experience

1. Business Development Manager

   Innovative Techhub Pvt. Ltd.

   Jul 2022 — Present · Pune, IN

   Acquire and develop key accounts by architecting and proposing customized IT solutions that address specific client operational challenges- Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives that cut costs by 20% and enhanced supply chain agility by significantly improving vendor response times- Cultivated strategic partnerships with top-tier OEMs and distributors, resulting in improved terms, enhanced technical support, and cost savings passed directly to clients- Led and aligned cross-functional project teams, ensuring flawless execution and 100% adherence to all operational and service level agreements (SLAs)- Spearheaded end-to-end tender management for sensitive Government & Defence accounts, ensuring 100% compliance and maintaining a 95%+ success rate in project execution.

Education

• P Jog High School , Pune

  SSC

  1993 — 2003

• Sir Parashurambhau College - India

  HSC, Commerce

  2003 — 2005

• Sir Parashurambhau College - India

  B.Com, Commerece - Costing

  2005 — 2008

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  M.COM, Marketing/Marketing Management, General

  2008 — 2011

Skills

• Business-to-Business (B2b)
• Supply Chain Management
• Accounting
• Vendor Management
• Customer Service
• Materials Management
• Logistics
• Procurement
• Mis
• Strategy
• B2b
• Windows
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Business Development
• Team Management
• Networking
• Management
• Negotiation
• Vmware
• Erp
• Product Development