DEEPIKA MALVI
Summary
Certified Strategic Sourcing Professional with 14 years of experience in indirect procurement, specializing in source-to-pay efficiency and vendor strategy. Proven track record in optimizing P2P operations, tactical sourcing, and contract lifecycle management to enhance cost efficiency and compliance. Expertise in developing and implementing long-term procurement strategies that align with organizational goals, driving measurable process improvements. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder engagements to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Development Expert Indirect Procurement
Wärtsilä India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - Current
- Steered procurement operations with 1,570 global suppliers, achieving 82% PO coverage and compliance.
- Processed over 34,000 invoices annually, ensuring timely approvals and minimal backlog.
- Collaborated with Strategic Sourcing Team on supplier onboarding and IT service contract negotiations.
- Partnered with Legal, Finance, and Compliance to enhance vendor onboarding and reduce risk exposure.
- Delivered monthly analytics on procurement savings, PO lifecycle status, and vendor KPIs for strategic audits.
- Conducted regular evaluations of supplier performance to uphold Quality, Cost, and Delivery standards.
- Led a team of 10 procurement professionals, ensuring performance monitoring and SLA adherence across functions.
IT Senior Purchase Executive
Serco Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
12.2011 - 10.2012
- Streamlined the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle in SAP, enhancing turnaround time for IT hardware and service procurement through optimized approval workflows, and vendor coordination.
- Ensured 100% invoice validation and on-time vendor payments by collaborating closely with Finance and IT teams, significantly reducing backlog and payment-related escalations.
- Negotiated AMC renewals and vendor agreements to ensure uninterrupted service delivery, while aligning spend with procurement budgets and cost control objectives.
IT Purchase Executive
Aditya Birla Minacs Worldwide Ltd.
07.2007 - 09.2011
- Achieved consistent savings through cost-effective procurement of telecom and IT hardware by negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
- Implemented centralized tracking system for IT assets and contracts, enhancing lifecycle visibility for over 1,000 assets.
- Streamlined cross-functional coordination between vendors, finance, and business units, reducing lead time on high-priority requests by 20%.
Education
B. Com - Commerce
Mumbai University
MumbaiSkills
- Procurement optimization
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management
- Invoice processing
- Strategic sourcing
- Supply chain management
Certification
- Certified Procurement Executive (CPE™) 2025 from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
- Certified Professional in Strategic Sourcing (CPSS®) from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Development Expert Indirect Procurement
Wärtsilä India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - Current
IT Senior Purchase Executive
Serco Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
12.2011 - 10.2012
IT Purchase Executive
Aditya Birla Minacs Worldwide Ltd.
07.2007 - 09.2011
B. Com - Commerce
Mumbai University
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