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Divya Gupta

Divya Gupta

Delhi-NCR

Summary

Results-driven procurement and research professional with ~12 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex, global projects in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, and transparency to ensure operational efficiency and clarity. Expert in sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, and strategic category planning.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

Benori Knowledge Solutions
Gurugram
07.2024 - Current
  • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex market research and procurement intelligence projects for global clients, ensuring transparency and efficiency
  • Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle—from proposal development to execution and delivery—across multiple teams and geographies
  • Oversee RFI/RFP processes, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations to secure favorable outcomes for clients
  • Develop and implement training programs to upskill team members, and support organizational growth
  • Utilize internal and market analytics to generate strategic insights and support category planning with business leaders
  • Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement

Senior Analyst

WNS Procurement (Powered by The Smart Cube)
12.2021 - 06.2024
  • Led the preparation and execution of sourcing events (RFI/RFP), including bid solicitation, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations for indirect procurement categories
  • Managed a large portfolio of projects across diverse teams and geographies, ensuring transparency and efficient workflow
  • Provided insights from internal and market analytics to develop strategic category plans, and influence sourcing decisions
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration and mentored junior team members, supporting their professional development
  • Delivered training sessions and onboarding programs for new hires, enhancing team capabilities

Senior Research Analyst

Benori Knowledge
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Designed and implemented research plans for products throughout their lifecycle, aligning with business objectives
  • Interpreted data and provided actionable recommendations to clients, supporting strategic decision-making
  • Led client communications and managed multiple research projects simultaneously

Analytics Advisory Analyst

Accenture
08.2018 - 02.2021
  • Coordinated procurement strategies for Fortune 500 clients, focusing on sourcing, supplier benchmarking, and cost modeling
  • Led end-to-end sourcing events, including should-cost assessments, and contract negotiations
  • Developed labor cost models, and conducted financial benchmarking to support category strategy development
  • Mentored new joiners, allocated tasks, and contributed to team training initiatives

Advance Research Analyst

P&S Market Research
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Managed client relationships and delivered market and competitive intelligence for ICT industry clients
  • Provided go-to-market strategies and conducted benchmarking analysis to inform client strategies
  • Oversaw proposal development and final project presentations

Research Analyst

Damco IT Solutions
02.2015 - 12.2016
  • Mapped technology capabilities to client requirements and provided strategic recommendations
  • Conducted benchmarking and prepared industry newsletters for internal and client use

Research Analyst

iSource Opportunities
12.2013 - 01.2015
  • Managed end-to-end sales lead generation, market research, and client servicing for IT sector clients
  • Built and maintained client relationships, supporting repeat business and ongoing requirements

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Uttar Pradesh Technical University
Raj Kumar Goel Institute Of Technology
05.2013

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Sourcing Events (RFI/RFP)
  • Supplier Negotiation and Contracting
  • Strategic Category Planning
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Training and Development
  • Financial Analysis
  • Global Value Chain Understanding
  • Quantitative and Qualitative Research
  • Power BI, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Personal Information

Title: Market Research and Advisory

Websites, Portfolios and Profiles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/divya-gupta85682469/

Accomplishments

  • Received high honors for developing a global maintenance strategy for a leading client, enabling the identification of critical gaps in regional and global planning, and supporting long-term operational efficiency
  • Awarded the Kudos Award for two consecutive quarters in recognition of exceptional
    contributions to supplier relationship management and a primary research project at The Smart Cube
  • Coordinated monthly extracurricular activities as part of the team, fostering team engagement, and collaboration

Certification

  • Procurement management - job training course (July 2023)
  • Google prompting essentials (ongoing)

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Manager

Benori Knowledge Solutions
07.2024 - Current

Senior Analyst

WNS Procurement (Powered by The Smart Cube)
12.2021 - 06.2024

Senior Research Analyst

Benori Knowledge
03.2021 - 12.2021

Analytics Advisory Analyst

Accenture
08.2018 - 02.2021

Advance Research Analyst

P&S Market Research
01.2017 - 07.2018

Research Analyst

Damco IT Solutions
02.2015 - 12.2016

Research Analyst

iSource Opportunities
12.2013 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Uttar Pradesh Technical University

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