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Vignesh Kumar

@vigneshkumar4

Strategic sourcing lead at GEP Solutions managing global IT procurement and directing $80M in sourcing engagements with 11% cost avoidance.

India

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At GEP Solutions Pvt Ltd, I lead strategic sourcing for a global pharmaceutical client across IT Software, SaaS Renewals, Cloud Services, and Professional Services. I directed sourcing engagements covering approximately USD 80 Million in spend, achieving 11% cost avoidance through negotiations, supplier rationalization, demand management, and competitive sourcing.

I also assisted in implementing a Copilot AI Agent to improve contract management and software renewal processes. I use SAP Ariba, Salesforce CRM, and Conga CLM to manage sourcing events, supplier engagement, and contract workflows.

Previously, at Inchcape Shipping Services Pvt. Ltd., I supervised global IT procurement operations across APAC, EMEA, and the Americas. Strategic negotiations and supplier optimization delivered annual savings of approximately USD 250K–300K.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Sourcing Lead – Knowledge Services

Current

GEP Solutions Pvt Ltd

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Lead strategic sourcing and procurement for a global pharmaceutical client across IT software, SaaS renewals, cloud services, and professional services. Manage end-to-end sourcing lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure governance and risk mitigation.

Strategic Sourcing Global Sourcing Category Management IT Procurement RFP RFQ Management Contract Negotiation Vendor Management SAP Ariba Salesforce Conga Microsoft Copilot Spend Analysis Cost Avoidance

Senior Executive – IT PSAM

Inchcape Shipping Services Pvt. Ltd.

Nov 2019 - Dec 2024 (5 years 1 month)

Supervised global IT procurement operations across APAC, EMEA, and Americas, executing end-to-end procurement lifecycle activities. Led procurement of software, SaaS subscriptions, IT hardware, and professional services while ensuring cost optimization and business alignment.

IT Procurement SaaS Procurement Software Licensing Cloud Services Professional Services Vendor Management Contract Lifecycle Management Spend Analysis Budget Forecasting OPA Gatekeeper Power BI Excel

Associate – Shipping Operations

Flinto Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Dec 2018 - Oct 2019 (10 months)

Coordinated nationwide logistics and distribution operations with major 3PL and courier partners. Managed procurement of packaging materials and inventory requirements, handling approximately 100,000 shipments per month with 95% on-time delivery.

Logistics Distribution 3PL Management Procurement Inventory Management Operational Analysis Process Improvement

Executive – Customer Service & Operations

Xpressbees Logistics Pvt. Ltd.

Jan 2017 - Nov 2018 (1 year 10 months)

Supported large-scale outbound logistics and distribution operations in a 3PL environment, using performance analytics and stakeholder collaboration to improve delivery efficiency and service levels. Leveraged data analytics to monitor KPIs and drive operational improvements.

Logistics 3PL Performance Analytics Data Analysis KPI Monitoring Stakeholder Collaboration Operational Excellence

Engineer Trainee

L.G. Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd.

May 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 7 months)

Supported supply chain operations for production materials and OEM components, ensuring timely availability of parts to meet manufacturing schedules. Coordinated with internal teams to manage material planning and supplier deliveries.

Supply Chain Operations Material Planning Inventory Management Supplier Coordination Manufacturing Support