Prachi Mathur
@prachimathur
I lead IT sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and commercial transformation across complex global spend portfolios.
SingaporeWhat I'm looking for
I've led IT procurement and commercial strategy at Bennett Coleman & Company, progressing from Manager to Group Head of IT Procurement through five promotions over 13 years.
I managed a US$50M+ annual IT and professional-services spend portfolio across multiple business units, delivering US$10M in annual savings through market-led sourcing, supplier consolidation, and value engineering.
I've partnered with technology suppliers to roll out AI-enabled SaaS procurement, Ariba procure-to-pay, e-auctions, RPA, and blockchain solutions. I also designed procurement models for a first-of-its-kind content monetization project in the Indian media industry.
Earlier at Asian Paints, I managed US$100M+ in direct-material spend, developing category strategies, qualifying vendors, managing price volatility, and building teams to strengthen supply continuity and cost efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Procurement Consultant
Bennett Coleman & Company Ltd.
Aug 2023 - Feb 2024 (6 months)
Provided procurement consulting services, leveraging extensive experience in sourcing and commercial leadership.
Group Head of IT Procurement
Bennett Coleman & Company Ltd.
Jan 2011 - Feb 2024 (13 years 1 month)
Progressed from Manager to Group Head of IT Procurement over 13 years, leading IT procurement for a US$50M+ annual spend portfolio. Delivered US$10M in annual cost savings through market-led sourcing, supplier consolidation, and value engineering.
Category Procurement Lead
Bennett Coleman & Company Ltd.
Oct 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 8 months)
Led category procurement for IT and professional services, driving sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships.
Chief Category Manager
Bennett Coleman & Company Ltd.
Apr 2018 - Sep 2021 (3 years 5 months)
Managed IT procurement categories, developing sourcing strategies and leading commercial negotiations.
Deputy Chief Manager
Bennett Coleman & Company Ltd.
Apr 2016 - Mar 2018 (1 year 11 months)
Supported IT procurement operations, managing vendor relationships and cost optimization initiatives.
Senior Manager Commercial
Bennett Coleman & Company Ltd.
Apr 2013 - Mar 2016 (2 years 11 months)
Managed commercial aspects of IT procurement, including contract negotiations and supplier governance.
Manager Commercial
Bennett Coleman & Company Ltd.
Jan 2011 - Mar 2013 (2 years 2 months)
Handled commercial procurement activities, supporting sourcing and vendor management.
Raw Material Procurement Manager
Asian Paints
May 2007 - Jan 2011 (3 years 8 months)
Managed US$100M+ annual spend for direct materials, including price negotiations, vendor qualification, and supply continuity. Created and delivered category sourcing strategies to mitigate price volatility and supply risk.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Symbiosis Institute of International Business, Pune
Master of Business Administration, Supply Chain Management
2005 - 2007
MBA in Supply Chain Management from Symbiosis Institute of International Business, Pune, India (2005-2007).
Ravi Shankar Shukla University, Raipur
Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication
2001 - 2005
Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Telecommunication from Ravi Shankar Shukla University, Raipur, India (2001-2005).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
SingaporeAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Job categories
Skills
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