Chandan Kumar Sahoo
Global Sourcing Manager - IT & Digital | Strategic Sourcing | Category Management | Procurement | Project Management
- Role
- Global Sourcing Manager - IT & Digital at Novartis
- Location
- Hyderabad, TG, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Chandan Kumar Sahoo
At Novartis, my focus is on sourcing service & software solutions for Data, Digital & IT operations and negotiating terms that underscore cost effectiveness. Expertise in contract management through meticulous reviews of agreements, ensuring alignment with our business needs and legal standards. With a track record of leading successful RFPs and RFQs, the business benefits from my ability to drive discussions and negotiations with a wide array of stakeholders. Strategic partnerships and vendor relations are bolstered by my dedication to serving as a central liaison, fostering smooth and efficient procurement processes.
Experience
Global Sourcing Manager - IT & Digital
Jan 2023 — Present · Hyderabad, IN
Handling IT sourcing processes across various IT categories, such as Application Development, IT Infra, and Manufacturing.Sourcing of several IT applications, IT services and software, and IT infrastructure.Negotiating software licenses, solutions, and IT services.Spearheading contract negotiations to enhance synergy for cost efficiency.Reviewing various IT contracts, such as MSAs, SLAs, and SaaS.Managing sourcing and shortlisting of IT vendors across various categories.Review of IT proposals specifically for Managed Services, and Application development.Handling RFPs and RFQs with precision, ensuring smooth operations.Maintaining contractual standards while serving as a single point of contact for the business.Liaising with the Head of Business, Category Lead, internal legal team, and strategic partners/vendors to finalize contracts after supplier identification.Delivering SME support focused on contracting strategies in a matrix corporate environment.
Education
Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha
Bachelor's degree, Electronics and Communication
2006 — 2010
Skills
- Dns Administration
- Vendor Management
- E-Procurement
- Microsoft Office
- Materials Management
- Mstp
- Tcp/Ip
- Sap Materials Management (Sap Mm)
- Active Directory
- Supply Chain Management
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