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Atul Khanna

Atul Khanna

Director - Procurement & Cost Control
New Delhi

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record with 20+ years of learning, excelling in Partner Management, Delivery Operations, Cost Control, Managed Services, Project Management, Presales Solutioning, Software Testing & Quality Assurance, Business & Market Research, User Feedback, and Data Analytics. Expert in strategic planning and cost control, achieving over USD 100K in savings. My versatility allows me to approach problems from multiple perspectives, ensuring efficiency and innovation in every endeavor. Beyond skills and expertise, my passion lies in creating meaningful impact—optimizing processes, driving growth, and empowering teams to achieve their best.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director - Procurement & Cost Control

Total IT Global
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Boosted partner satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
  • Expanded into new markets, conducting thorough market analysis and establishing key local partnerships.
  • Strong expertise in vendor negotiations, financial risk assessment, and compliance monitoring to support sustainable business growth
  • Saved more than USD 100K in last one year by optimizing operational costs and negotiations on various procurement activities.

Head Presales

Total IT Global
09.2016 - 09.2023

Experienced in leading end-to-end presales cycles, including responding to RFI & RFPs and driving deal closures

Skilled in identifying new business opportunities, understanding client needs, and crafting tailored solutions to enhance service offerings

Adept at collaborating with sales, service, and product teams to develop compelling value propositions and pricing strategies

Strong expertise in market analysis, competitive positioning, and process optimization to improve win ratios and drive revenue growth.

Improved organization's win ratio by 10-15%

Business Analyst & Consumer Experience Specialist

Nokia Mobiles
03.2012 - 08.2015
  • Experienced in conducting customer surveys to gather insights on user satisfaction and brand perception
  • Skilled in survey design, data visualization, and creating comprehensive reports to assess product launch readiness.
  • Skilled in analyzing Net Promoter Score (NPS) to identify key drivers of customer loyalty and areas for improvement
  • Strong expertise in data interpretation, trend analysis, and customer feedback management to support business decisions.

Business Analyst

Bharti Teletech Limited
07.2011 - 02.2012
  • Experienced in managing end-to-end Apple product distribution across India, ensuring seamless inventory management and optimized supply chain operations.
  • Analyzing sales trends, forecasting demand, and developing data-driven strategies to enhance market penetration.
  • Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline logistics, improve operational efficiency, and drive revenue growth.
  • Strong expertise in business intelligence tools, market research, and stakeholder management to support strategic decision-making.

Co-Founder

Indagatio Research
07.2010 - 06.2011
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
  • Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
  • Oversaw talent acquisition efforts, building a diverse team of skilled professionals who contributed significantly to the company''s success.

Senior Technology Quality Analyst

S&P Capital IQ
01.2007 - 05.2010

Experienced in designing and implementing manual and automated tests for web and desktop applications

Skilled in collaborating with agile teams to ensure high-quality releases while following software quality assurance (SQA) best practices

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise in testing methodologies ensure accurate and efficient software performance

Detecting, documenting, and verifying fixes for software defects.

Contributed to process enhancements and automation strategies.


Senior Research Associate

S&P Capital IQ
11.2002 - 12.2006
  • Experienced in conducting comprehensive research on global public and private companies, mergers & acquisitions, financial news, and key business information.
  • Skilled in utilizing internal and external databases to gather and analyze critical financial data
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in research tools ensure accurate and timely reporting.

Senior Research Associate

Rocsearch (f/k/a Global Netcom Services Pvt. Ltd.)
08.2000 - 11.2002
  • Internet research using secondary research models
  • Technical writing

Education

PGDBA - Finance

Symbiosis Center For Distance Learning
Pune, India
04.2001 -

B.Com - Commerce

Delhi University
New Delhi
04.2001 -

Skills

Problem-solving

Timeline

Director - Procurement & Cost Control

Total IT Global
10.2023 - Current

Head Presales

Total IT Global
09.2016 - 09.2023

Business Analyst & Consumer Experience Specialist

Nokia Mobiles
03.2012 - 08.2015

Business Analyst

Bharti Teletech Limited
07.2011 - 02.2012

Co-Founder

Indagatio Research
07.2010 - 06.2011

Senior Technology Quality Analyst

S&P Capital IQ
01.2007 - 05.2010

Senior Research Associate

S&P Capital IQ
11.2002 - 12.2006

PGDBA - Finance

Symbiosis Center For Distance Learning
04.2001 -

B.Com - Commerce

Delhi University
04.2001 -

Senior Research Associate

Rocsearch (f/k/a Global Netcom Services Pvt. Ltd.)
08.2000 - 11.2002
Atul KhannaDirector - Procurement & Cost Control