Open To Work
Mridu Duarah
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced sourcing manager with 15 years in strategic sourcing and vendor management. Skilled in negotiation, cross-functional leadership, and risk mitigation. Delivered operational efficiencies and improved supplier relationships, driving increased business value. Leveraged generative AI tools to boost productivity in daily operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Manager
PaloAlto Networks
Bangalore
02.2022 - Current
- Executed RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs; negotiated pricing to strengthen supplier relationships.
- Managed supplier relationships aligned with company strategy; effectively addressed stakeholder issues.
- Led project delivery according to quarterly and annual category plans; gathered requirements and analyzed markets.
- Implemented local global category strategy; deployed sourcing business plans for targeted areas.
- Provided insights on category segmentation; controlled purchasing decisions for key suppliers.
- Established strategic supplier relationships with KPIs; reported on performance metrics regularly.
- Analyzed supplier performance and negotiated contracts to secure competitive pricing.
- Streamlined procurement processes and reduced costs by implementing sourcing best practices.
Associate Business Analyst
Novo Nordisk service center India
Bangalore
12.2018 - 02.2022
- Executed analytical support for LATAM regional teams in Brazil during project execution phases.
- Developed and analyzed market intelligence and RFX materials to enhance sourcing strategies.
- Supported negotiations and supplier profiling to optimize competitive sourcing efforts.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to refine purchasing models across various categories.
- Evaluated affiliate contracts to identify opportunities for regional supplier consolidation.
- Assessed suppliers' core competencies, financial stability, and market positioning.
- Monitored LATAM region performance against KPIs, ensuring timely progress evaluations.
- Participated in cross-border training in Mexico and Brazil, managing multiple category projects.
Procurement Professional/Iteration Manager
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
03.2011 - 11.2018
- Executed sourcing strategies to address stakeholder issues and optimize processes.
- Conducted comprehensive analysis of RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs to enhance sourcing efficiency.
- Negotiated pricing with suppliers to secure cost-effective procurement solutions.
- Maintained strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment.
- Performed source selection and fair value analysis of supplier rates prior to contract awards.
- Drafted, negotiated, and executed contracts and amendments in compliance with agreements.
- Managed procurement objectives, including spend analysis and supplier diversity initiatives.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Marketing
Visveswaraya technical University
Bangalore01.2010
Skills
- Data analysis
- Coupa and Ariba
- Market analysis
- Supplier negotiation
- Contract management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk assessment
- Business process improvement
- Competitive analysis
- SAP
Disclaimer
I hereby declare all the statements made in the above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Hobbies and Interests
- Gardening
- Travelling and Hiking
- Baking
Timeline
Sourcing Manager
PaloAlto Networks
02.2022 - Current
Associate Business Analyst
Novo Nordisk service center India
12.2018 - 02.2022
Procurement Professional/Iteration Manager
IBM India Pvt Ltd
03.2011 - 11.2018
Master of Business Administration - Marketing
Visveswaraya technical University