Bapuji Parida

About Bapuji Parida

Procurement and Category Management professional with 10+ years of experience driving strategic sourcing, warehousing & distribution (W&D), and logistics transformation across global organizations. I have worked with leading companies including PepsiCo, Novartis, TE Connectivity, Accenture, and Xerox, managing high-value spend portfolios and complex supplier ecosystems across regions.My core strengths include category strategy development, large-scale sourcing programs, eAuctions, contract optimization, and supplier performance management. I have led global and regional initiatives across airfreight, transportation, warehousing, and indirect categories, consistently delivering measurable cost savings, risk reduction, and service improvements.Known for combining analytical thinking with practical execution, I focus on building scalable sourcing models, strengthening supplier partnerships, and aligning procurement outcomes with business goals. I enjoy working on transformation projects, digital sourcing tools, and cross-functional collaboration that create long-term value.Always open to connecting with professionals in procurement, supply chain, and category management to share insights and opportunities.

Experience

1. Cluster Category Manager - W & d and Logistics

   Novartis

   Dec 2025 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

Education

• Utkal University

  Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and Business/Management

  2011 — 2014

Skills

• Warehouse Operations
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Team Management
• Microsoft Word
• Leadership
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Warehouse Management Systems
• Supply Chain Management
• Management
• Research
• English
• Procurement
• Training