Atish Naik
Pune
Summary
Professional procurement expert equipped with deep knowledge in procurement processes and supplier management. Strong in analytical skills, contract negotiation, and market research to drive cost efficiencies and value. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting seamlessly to evolving business needs. Dependable and results-driven, consistently delivering impactful sourcing solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Sourcing Analyst- Software Technology
BMC Software
12.2023 - Current
- Spearheading sourcing initiatives to secure optimal pricing and terms for IT Technology.
- Analyzing market trends and negotiate contracts with vendors to achieve cost savings
- Reporting SME for Software VMO
- Ensuring compliance with internal policies and industry regulations during all stages of the sourcing process.
- Streamlined procurement processes for improved efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Evaluating supplier proposals against defined criteria, selecting the best-fit options for organizational needs.
- Managing multiple sourcing projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Developing strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in better pricing and service levels.
- Achieved cost savings by identifying and negotiating with new suppliers.
- Negotiating contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms that supported company objectives.
Senior Sourcing Analyst- Software VMO
BMC Software
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Managing SW sourcing for Mainframe, Cybersecurity, IZOT etc
- Managing category reporting via MSTR for category insights and strategy building
Strategic Sourcing Analyst- Software VMO
BMC Software
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Handling strategic procurement initiatives in the software space
- Effectively running RFPs/RFQs/RFIs and working with business to award the best supplier
- Mitigating risks by indentifying, flagging and assesing common and uncommin risk areas in collaboration with legal and infosec teams
- Developed a live category MSTR report, an automated contract renewal reporting solution used by both Procurement and business users
- The end solution is not just a report but also will manage auto notifications, which saves times managing renewals, improved turn around time
Global Procurement Buyer
CrowdStrike
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Driving category growth for Professional and Consulting services along with category manager for the following functions( IT, Engineering, Intel, R&D, Finance, Sales and Marketing)
- Identifying saving opportunities and partnering with CM's to deliver savings through negotiations/contract renewals
- Developing robust category reporting capability on spend and process leakage for defined commodities and sub-commodities
- Developing sourcing strategies for Negotiations using spend analysis, Market Research and Contract Negotiations
- Building RFQ strategies alongside CM
- Supported in successful implementation of Netsuite(Oracle) for Procurement according to SOX control
- UAT: Performing end to end testing for Procurement operations (Netsuite)
- Developing L&D/Training strategies for the Procurement Organisation
Procurement Associate
ZS
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed RFP/RFQ process from creation to completion and provide supplier selection recommendations
- Provided general support to Procurement Manager with regard to program administration and analysis
- Under direct supervision, assisted in administering assigned procurement initiatives utilizing pre-established specific corporate guidelines
- Drived and managed own tasks effectively; working independently and being an effective contributor in a diversified team
- Worked cross-functionally within Niagara to accomplish departmental goals and gain support internally
- Provided recommendations for process improvements and performance tracking metrics
- Corresponding and establishing relationships with regional leads and managers
- Worked closely with Manager, Supplier Excellence to carry out daily supplier performance management, risk management processes and spend analytics
- P2P Operations via SAP
- Categories Handled: Professional and Consulting Services, IT
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Mechanical Engineering
Trinity College of Engineering and Research
01.2017
HSC - Science
Modern Education Society's Nowrosjee Wadia College Arts, Science
01.2013
St. Patricks High School
01.2011
Skills
- Business Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Vendor Management
- Procurement processes
- Vendor evaluation
- Global sourcing
- Category management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Stakeholder relationships
- Effective customer communication
- Cost review
- Supplier assessment
Certification
- Sustainable Procurement: A Guide to Ethical Purchasing
- GDPR Compliance: Essential Training
- Business Process Improvement
- Mindsets and Strategies for Negotiation Success
- Project Management Foundations
Languages
English
Marathi
Hindi
Timeline
Lead Sourcing Analyst- Software Technology
BMC Software
12.2023 - Current
Senior Sourcing Analyst- Software VMO
BMC Software
12.2022 - 12.2023
Strategic Sourcing Analyst- Software VMO
BMC Software
03.2021 - 12.2022
Global Procurement Buyer
CrowdStrike
03.2020 - 03.2021
Procurement Associate
ZS
08.2018 - 03.2020
HSC - Science
Modern Education Society's Nowrosjee Wadia College Arts, Science
St. Patricks High School
Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Mechanical Engineering
Trinity College of Engineering and Research
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