Peter Vanderlight

About Peter Vanderlight

Seasoned Senior Management Executive | Global Strategy & Operations LeaderWith over 20 years of experience leading large-scale transformation programs, I specialize in crafting and executing strategies that drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, and organizational growth. My career is defined by a proven track record of delivering results across diverse roles and organizations, consistently achieving significant cost reductions and enhancing operational efficiency across supply chain, strategic sourcing, procurement operations, and technology engagements.I am recognized for my ability to navigate complex challenges, build strong executive relationships (CFO/CPO/CXO level), and deliver value through strategic planning, P&L management, and innovative problem-solving. My client-facing expertise spans sales and solutioning, business development, portfolio leadership, and end-to-end project delivery.Core Expertise:• Procurement Transformation & Strategic Sourcing• Target Operating Model Design, Blueprinting & Process Engineering• Organizational Restructuring & Business Process Outsourcing• Supply Chain Optimization & Cost Turnaround Management• M&A Merger Integration & Strategic Planning• Procurement Operations & P&L ManagementIndustry Experience:I bring a wealth of experience across Technology/High-Tech, Manufacturing, Services, Consumer Goods, Retail, Life Sciences, Financial Services, Insurance, Communications, and Process industries. This breadth of exposure enables me to provide tailored, impactful solutions that meet the unique challenges of each sector.If you’re seeking a leader who combines strategic vision with operational expertise to drive meaningful transformation, I’d be delighted to connect and explore opportunities to collaborate.

Experience

1. Head of Presales Cognitive Business Operations

   Tata Consultancy Services

   Feb 2026 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   Lead global presales strategy and solution development for TCS Cognitive Business Operations, partnering with sales, consulting, and delivery teams to shape large-scale transformation engagements. Responsible for building differentiated solutions across AI-led operations, automation, analytics, and digital business process services.

Education

• The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

  MBA, Finance, Marketing, Strategy

  2003 — 2005

• SMU Cox School of Business

  BBA, Accounting, Economics

  1995 — 1997

Skills

• Business Process
• Business Development
• Global Sourcing
• Finance
• Sourcing
• Sap Products
• Project Management
• Vendor Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Strategic Partnerships
• Executive Management
• Operations Management
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Logistics
• Procurement
• Business Strategy
• IT Strategy
• Organizational Design
• Outsourcing
• Supply Management
• Sap
• Due Diligence
• Strategy
• Change Management
• Restructuring
• Leadership
• Business Transformation
• Management
• Acquisition Integration
• Integration
• Supply Chain
• Financial Reporting
• Governance
• Business Process Improvement
• Strategic Planning
• Process Improvement