Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Professional with 7+ years of experience driving cost savings, optimizing supply chains, and delivering exceptional results. Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives. Skilled in conducting comprehensive spend, risk, market, and supplier analyses. Strong negotiator with a track record of achieving significant cost reductions and exceeding expectations. Experienced in implementing procurement tools such as Coupa and Ariba, fostering operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making. MBA graduate with a solid foundation in business management, complemented by CFA and FRM certifications. Category Expertise: IT, Professional Services, Financial Services, Travel, Marketing, HR, and Facilities. Key Skills: Strategic Sourcing RFx Events (RFP, RFI and RFQ) Procurement Tool Implementation (Coupa, Ariba) Contract Negotiation Supplier Relationship Management Risk Management Spend Analysis Business Case Development Project Management