Safeer Ahmed
Project Manager | Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Governance Specialist | Driving Supply Chain Transformation, Tech-Ops & AI-Driven Procurement.
- Role
- Project Manager at Uber
- Location
- Bengaluru, KA, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Safeer Ahmed
With over 13+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, global procurement, and supply chain transformation, I specialise in building resilient and high-performance supply ecosystems across industrial manufacturing, aerospace, and engineering domains. Currently working as a Project Manager – Supply Chain Operations, I drive end-to-end procurement strategies, contract lifecycle management (MSA, SOW), and vendor governance across global programs. My role sits at the intersection of engineering, operations, and supplier ecosystems, enabling scalable and compliant sourcing frameworks. What I Bring to the Table: Proven track record of delivering 8–12% cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiationExpertise in supplier development, localization, and category managementStrong experience in NPI (New Product Introduction) to production transitionsHands-on leadership in managing global vendors, MSP programs, and compliance frameworksData-driven decision making using ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, and Navision Key Achievements: Reduced procurement cycle time by 25%Improved supplier compliance to 95%Enabled 20% localization, reducing import dependencyDelivered consistent cost optimisation across global sourcing categories I am passionate about transforming procurement into a strategic business enabler, leveraging digital tools, analytics, and strong supplier partnerships to drive efficiency, innovation, and long-term value. I’m always open to connecting with professionals in supply chain, procurement, and product-driven organisations to exchange insights and explore impactful opportunities.
Experience
Project Manager
Dec 2025 — Present · Bengaluru, IN
Contract & Strategic Sourcing Leader | CLM | Vendor Governance | Global Procurement | Uber AI Solutions | Category Management | Cost Optimisation | Procurement Professional.
Education
Jain (Deemed-to-be University)
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Supply Chain Management
Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering
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