Vaibhav Chandra

About Vaibhav Chandra

With over 16+ years of expertise in procurement strategy and supply chain management, I excel in delivering measurable results while fostering collaborative partnerships. My track record includes successfully negotiating multimillion-dollar contracts, implementing innovative cost savings initiatives, and enhancing operational efficiency across diverse industry. I\'m a highly driven, strategic thinker and a visionary leader. I thrive in dynamic environments, leveraging data driven insights to inform decision-making and excel in mitigating risk. My passion for driving continuous improvements aligns seamlessly with organizational goals, ensuring sustainable growth and competitive advantage. These attributes has transpired me in building, leading and managing effective teams.

Experience

1. Director Global Procurement

   ADP

   Sep 2023 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Global Procurement Head at ADP GCC in India- Overlooking ADP\'s worldwide Tech & non Tech procurement.1- Responsible for a- ADP’s Global Data Center(s) technology procurement, b- global tech contracts renewals, c- all non IT requirements categories including RE & F, Marketing, PS & HR and travel for ADP Inc. & ESI business. 2- Working with senior leaders in US, Europe, Philippines, Singapore & India to address all IT infrastructure, software development, professional service, non-IT requirements for ADP’s worldwide associates.3-Parterning with tech team to build in house GEN AI product(s) for ADP\'s Global clients. 4- Responsible for vendor selection, monitoring vendor performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, & developing risk mitigation strategies for our vendor partners. 5- Collaborating with the global technology team and key vendor(s) to ensure ADP\'s technology initiatives are effectively integrated, implemented and monitored worldwide.6- Managing a strong sourcing team worldwide and preparing them for global leadership roles.

Education

• Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University

  B.Tech, Electronics and Instrumentation control

  2003 — 2007

• IBS Hyderabad

  MBA, Marketing and Finance

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Team Management
• Vendor Management
• Business Analysis
• Pre-Sales
• Mis
• Crm
• Competitive Analysis
• Market Research
• Product Management
• Telecommunications
• Analytics
• Key Account Management
• Troubleshooting
• Business Planning
• Sales Operations
• Business Development
• Brand Management
• Marketing Research
• Management
• E-Commerce
• Business Strategy
• Account Management