Kartik Bajaj

About Kartik Bajaj

Results-driven Procurement & Supply Chain professional with 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management. I specialize in optimizing procurement processes, reducing costs, and driving efficiency for enterprise clients. My expertise lies in handling high-value software licensing, IT procurement, and vendor relations, ensuring seamless operations and maximum cost savings.Key Highlights- Achieved $100K savings in FY 20••••24 and $150K in FY 20••••25 for enterprise accounts through strategic contract renegotiations- Successfully streamlined procurement workflows, reducing turnaround time and enhancing customer satisfaction- Negotiated high-value contracts with global vendors, securing better pricing and terms for enterprise clients- Expert in ERP & procurement tools (SAP MM, Ariba, NAV, ServiceNOW) with a data-driven approach to cost optimization- Strong leadership experience - mentoring teams and improving procurement strategies for efficiency and compliance.What I Bring to the Table- Strategic Procurement & Cost Optimization – I leverage data analytics and supplier relationships to drive cost savings- Vendor & Supplier Management – Skilled in negotiation, compliance, and risk mitigation for global suppliers- Process Automation & Digital Transformation – Experienced in implementing procurement technology solutions for efficiency- Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership – Partnering with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with business goals.I am passionate about driving procurement excellence, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering long-term cost benefits. Let’s connect to discuss how we can create impactful procurement solutions together.

Experience

1. Procurement Manager - Enterprise Apps & Security

   SoftwareOne

   May 2018 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Managed multi-million-dollar software procurement for Enterprise clients, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and timely renewals- Successfully leading a team of Enterprise Apps and Security Publishers, with expertise in Adobe, Autodesk, Broadcom, Symantec, Nitro, Think-cell, Corel, and other key software publishers- Achieved cost savings of $100K in FY 20••••24 and $150K in FY 20••••25 through contract renegotiation, process optimization, and supplier management- Led strategic negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing better pricing, payment terms, and bulk discounts for high-value Enterprise accounts- Optimized software licensing strategies, helping clients reduce unnecessary expenditures and align purchases with actual business needs- Collaborated with vendors, finance and legal teams - ensuring seamless contract execution and reduced procurement costs- Led operations monitoring & ensuring employees followed relevant procedures and met KPI targets- Conducted Weekly Business Reviews (WBRs) with stakeholders/clients, driving process improvements and managing key concerns- Analysed data and created strategic presentations, delivering insights for senior management\'s critical business decisions- Developed open and professional team relationships, fostering a collaborative work environment and resolving operational issues.

Education

• Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2020 — 2022

• Dronacharya College of Engineering

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech

  2011 — 2015

Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Project Implementation
• E-Procurement
• Contact Management
• Stake Holder Management
• Global Sourcing
• Procurement
• Sap Materials Management (Sap Mm)
• Purchase Management
• Mechanical Engineering
• Negotiation
• Organization Skills
• Sap
• Management