Vipul Jain

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ABOUT VIPUL JAIN

As a seasoned Procurement Professional, I bring a wealth of experience in Category Management, preparing and implementing Category Strategy, forming Category plans, Spend Analysis, Risk Assessment, Strategic Sourcing, Commercial & Contractual Negotiation, e-Sourcing (Rfx management via SAP ARIBA) and Vendor Management across diverse sectors including IT Software, SaaS, PaaS, IT & Non-IT Professional Services, Contingent Labour, and Management Consulting services.I specialize in:• Strategic Sourcing: Developed and implemented category-based sourcing strategies that maximized savings for both IT and Non-IT categories.• Cost Optimization: Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives through process improvements, cost analysis, new vendor development, spend analysis & spend consolidation, and demand management.• Supply Chain Innovation: Delivered cost-effective supply chain solutions, resulting in substantial savings through creative and efficient strategies.• Technology Expertise: Possess deep knowledge of SAP-Ariba, particularly in the Source to Contract module, including RFx, e-Auctions, Contract Management, and Supplier Performance Management.• Leadership & Management: Extensive experience in people management and client sourcing, with a proven ability to lead multi-location teams and align sourcing strategies with business objectives.As a solution-oriented leader, I’m committed to driving procurement excellence and fostering strong, strategic relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.Core Competencies:Category Management, Spend Analysis, Technology Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement, Stakeholder & Supplier Relationship Management, RFx & e-Auctions, Contract Management & Negotiation, Supplier Performance & Risk Management, Supply Market Analysis & Price Benchmarking, Project & People Management, Stakeholder Management, Excellent Communication