Muhammad Yousuf Rajput
Deputy Director of Operations and Contracts @Axa Business Technologies
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WORK HISTORY
Deputy Director of Operations and Contracts @Axa Business Technologies
As Deputy Director Operations & Contract at AXA Business Technologies, I oversee operations and manage Contractual aspects of contracts, ensuring the successful execution of strategic initiatives. My role involves leading cross-functional teams in managing contracts, RFPs, costing, and negotiations across a diverse portfolio of projects.I am crucial in mitigating risks related to AXA’s Contracts, ensuring all potential risks are forecasted and protected in alignment with company standards. Additionally, I ensure compliance, manage contract execution, and negotiate terms that align with company objectives. By working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, I maintain AXA\'s operational efficiency and Contractual protection at the highest level.Key Responsibilities:Owning the full contract lifecycle drafting, negotiation, approval, and renewalsLeading complex commercial negotiations across SaaS, software, and B2B agreementsEmbedding risk management frameworks and maintaining a group-wide risk registerPartnering with Finance and leadership to align contractual, financial, and operational riskOverseeing supplier and third-party management, including performance and complianceDriving process improvements, contract standardization, and lifecycle automationPromoting a strong risk-aware culture across the organizationManage the RFP process, ensuring accurate pricing and timely delivery.Collaborate with senior leadership to define operational strategies and costing models.Proactively assess and mitigate operational risks in contracts and agreements, safeguarding AXA’s interests.Key Achievements:Spearheaded negotiations and executed high-value contracts, saving $7-8 million in projected risks and costs.Played a key role in driving compliance and risk management, protecting AXA from potential financial liabilities.Improved the RFP process, introducing new frameworks that enhanced project costing accuracy and sped up delivery timelines.
EDUCATION
International Islamic University, Islamabad
Master of Science - MS, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
International Islamic University, Islamabad
MBA-ITM, Information Technlogy Management
Allama Iqbal Open University
BCS, Computer Sciences
SKILLS
ABOUT MUHAMMAD YOUSUF RAJPUT
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