Manasvi Vashishta

Senior Global Category Buyer - IT Software and Services @Aptiv

Gurugram, IN

Sourcing and Category Management - IT Services, infrastructure and Software• Led strategic procurement of a wide range of IT services and Software - including managed IT, enterprise applications, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and support services. And Enterprise IT solutions, including infrastructure (servers, storage, networking hardware), core software, SaaS, and hybrid cloud deployments—to enable global business transformation.• Managed entire IT Source-to-Contract cycle: conducted RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) processes for software licenses, cybersecurity platforms, network upgrades, and data center assets, utilizing SAP ARIBA and ERP systems.• Negotiated and managed multi-year service agreements (MSA, SOW, SLA) with Tier-1 vendors, driving measurable cost savings, continuous process improvement, and increased compliance.• Championed supplier performance management and developed IT service governance models, enabling robust KPIs, regular service reviews, and issue resolution mechanisms.• Drove supplier rationalization and spend consolidation initiatives for IT services to streamline vendor portfolios, optimize delivery, and reduce risk.• Collaborated cross-functionally with IT, cyber security, compliance, and finance teams for service implementation, stakeholder alignment, and digital transformation enablement.• Led process enhancements, leveraging SAP, ARIBA, and ERP systems to automate contract lifecycle management, improve documentation, and enhance audit readiness for IT services.• Developed spend analysis, cost-benefit evaluations, and continuous improvement programs to maximize ROI of technology investments and streamline IT procurement operations.• Conducted market research on emerging IT technologies and maintained vendor relationships for ongoing improvements in performance, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

MITx MicroMasters Credentials, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Manipal Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION