Samarth Shamarao
Global Procurement India Center & Apac Geo Practice Leader @IBM
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WORK HISTORY
Global Procurement India Center & Apac Geo Practice Leader @IBM
Bangalore Urban, IN
In this senior leadership role, I lead two strategic portfolios within IBM’s Global Procurement Services:1. India Center LeaderI lead one of IBM’s largest and most strategic procurement hubs, with professionals across BPO/Delivery, Internal Procurement, Accounts Payable (AP) and Transition & Transformation- Lead client-facing BPO/Delivery team, driving gross profit through strategic procurement services- Manage Internal Procurement and AP teams supporting IBM’s internal stakeholders and contributing to top-line growth- Guide the Transition & Transformation team to ensure seamless onboarding and readiness of new client accounts- Champion AI, analytics, and automation to improve efficiency, reduce cycle times, and unlock new value- Foster a culture of engagement, career growth, and leadership development across all levels- Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in team culture and decision-making- Align center goals with IBM’s global procurement transformation agenda.2. APAC Geo Practice LeaderAs the geo practice leader, I drive strategic alignment across APAC regional delivery centers to enhance operational efficiency & client satisfaction- Partner with global and regional stakeholders to shape growth strategies and support sales enablement- Contribute to pipeline development, solutioning, and client engagement for sales pursuits- Lead cross-functional collaboration to co-create innovative procurement solutions- Drive delivery excellence through standardized governance and performance metrics- Build talent and capabilities across APAC, fostering continuous learning and high performance- Enable knowledge sharing across geographies to accelerate innovation and client outcomes- Support go-to-market strategies and client presentations with global sales teams- Promote a “One Team” culture focused on transparency, inclusivity, and shared success- Advance AI and digital adoption in procurement delivery.
EDUCATION
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Bachelor’s Degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Institute For Supply Management (ISM)
Certificated Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Management (EEP), Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
SKILLS
ABOUT SAMARTH SHAMARAO
Visionary Global Procurement and Supply Chain Executive with a proven track record of leading large-scale, high-impact operations across diverse industries including IT, Pharma, Finance & Accounting, SaaS, Social Media, Cloud Communications, Technology & Services. I specialize in driving AI-powered transformation, intelligent automation, and data-driven decision-making to unlock strategic value, elevate client experience, and deliver measurable business outcomes.As a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM®), I bring deep expertise in global sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management—combined with a strong focus on cost optimization, risk mitigation, and operational excellence. I’ve successfully led organizations with up to employees, managed budgets exceeding $1B and built high-performing teams from the ground up in both enterprise and start-up environments.I’m passionate about developing future-ready talent, fostering inclusive and diverse workplaces, and creating clear career glidepaths that empower individuals to grow and lead. My leadership style is grounded in client-centricity, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of innovation.
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