Sagar Poojary
Udupi
Summary
Procurement Professional with over 2 years of experience in end-to-end procurement operations within the telecommunications industry. Specialized in sourcing network infrastructure, IT hardware, and field services while ensuring alignment with global project demands and compliance standards. Experienced in interacting with international suppliers and cross-regional stakeholders to support large-scale telecom rollouts. Proficient in SAP ERP and Amdocs CRM, with a strong focus on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Professional
IBM India Private Limited
01.2023 - Current
- Manage end-to-end procurement of telecom-related products and services such as fiber optic cables, routers, switches, customer premise equipment (CPE), and deployment services
- Execute RFx processes, evaluate supplier proposals, and negotiate commercial terms to ensure cost efficiency and value.
- Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts while ensuring full compliance with internal policies and relevant regulatory standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, finance, logistics, and project delivery teams to align procurement activities with business needs.
- Utilize SAP ERP to create and track purchase orders, monitor procurement workflows, and maintain vendor master data.
- Use Amdocs CRM to support procurement activities related to customer service operations and field deployment.
- Liaise with global vendors and stakeholders across different time zones to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- Track supplier performance against key metrics (quality, cost, delivery, and compliance) and drive continuous improvement.
- Identify and implement process enhancements to improve procurement efficiency and cycle time.
Education
B.B.A/ B.M.S - Business Administration And Management
Mangalore University
Mangalore09.2022
XIIth - Science
Mangalore University
Mangalore04.2019
Xth - English
Glowinstar Integrated School
Udupi03.2017
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & RFx Execution
- Telecom Equipment & Services Procurement
- Global Supplier & Stakeholder Coordination
- Contract Drafting & Commercial Negotiation
- Supplier Evaluation & Relationship Management
- Cost Analysis & Budget Control
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Risk & Compliance Management
- SAP ERP - Procurement Module
- Amdocs CRM
- Inventory Planning & Logistics Support
Social Link
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagarpoojary-a615b2235
Languages
English
Hindi
Kannada
Hobbies and Interests
- Travel
- Sports
Timeline
Procurement Professional
IBM India Private Limited
01.2023 - Current
B.B.A/ B.M.S - Business Administration And Management
Mangalore University
XIIth - Science
Mangalore University
Xth - English
Glowinstar Integrated School
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