Pradeep Gautam

About Pradeep Gautam

Thanks for dropping by!Currently, Pradeep is working with TATA TCS as a Procurement Team Lead, bringing over 8+ years of dynamic experience in Procurement and Global supply Chain and have good tools experience in SAP S/4 HANA, Coupa, Aravo, and Oracle. My expertise spans across various areas, includingDirect/Indirect Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Invoice Processing, Team leadership, Supplier Management, Negotiation Skills, Process improvement, Data Analysis, Risk Management.Projects: Heavy Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, IT Procurement (software and Hardware).(Vertical-HVAC, MEP, Oil & Gas Projects)Skills Sets:1) Strategic Sourcing: Developing and implementing a sourcing strategy for products and services to optimize costs and increase productivity.2) Team Leadership: Leading and guiding a team, fostering collaboration, and ensuring efficient execution of procurement processes3) Supplier Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a stable and reliable supply chain.4) Negotiation Skills: Negotiate terms, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure the best deal for the organization.5) Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve the process and implement strategies to improve the overall procurement process.6) Supply Chain Coordination: Coordinating activities in the supply chain to ensure smooth operation and timely delivery.7) Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential supply chain risks, to ensure continuous operations.8) Cost Optimization: Constantly seeking opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality.9) Market Analysis: Staying informed about market trends, pricing, and industry dynamics.10) Contract Negotiation: Expertise in negotiating complex contracts to secure favorable terms for the company.11) Customer Satisfaction:Ensuring that procurement activities contribute to overall customer satisfaction.12) Continuous Learning: Staying updated on industry trends and adopting new practices for ongoing improvement.Energetic and passionate, I aim to enhance my skills continually for better contributions to organisational and personal growth.I possess influencing leadership qualities with a focus on strong interpersonal skills. I am known for being promising and helpful, always ready to support.Thank you!Pradeep Gautam

Experience

1. Team Lead Supplier Enablement

   Tata Consultancy Services

   Jun 2023 — Present

   Supplier Enablement-Responsibilities-1) Led and managed a team of 8 Analysts, overseeing daily operations, workload distribution, performance monitoring, and coaching to ensure high-quality delivery.2) Prepared and presented detailed weekly reports and deck slide to client, highlighting team performance, productivity metrics, and operational insights.3) Directed the end-to-end supplier onboarding process, including due diligence, duplicate checks, supplier vetting, and vendor setup to ensure accuracy and compliance validation to ensure seamless integration into procurement systems4) Ensured completion of all team activities within defined SLAs/TAT, driving operational efficiency and continuous performance improvement.5) Supervised bank detail verification with suppliers to strengthen financial security and reduce fraud risks.6) Developed and delivered supplier training programs to enhance their understanding of internal systems, tools, and compliance requirements.7) Built and maintained strong supplier relationships through consistent communication, business alignment, and long-term partnership efforts.8) Identify areas for improvement in supplier onboarding and enablement processes to increase efficiency and reduce lead times.9) Conduct internal training sessions on effective supplier collaboration and ensuring a cohesive understanding of processes and expectations.

Education

• GLA University

  Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering