Sameer Bandal

• Manages the end-to-end sourcing process for corporate and business support categories, from requirement
gathering through delivery tracking.
• Supports strategic procurement by leveraging a strong network of distributors and OEMs to secure competitive
pricing and favorable terms.
• Fosters cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Finance, and Engineering to ensure sourcing strategies align
with business plans and operational objectives.
• Drives the continuous improvement of sourcing processes by identifying and implementing solutions for
supplier consolidation and workflow optimization.

• Managed a team, translating business plans into tactical action by directing end-to-end sales and procurement
operations, boosting productivity by 20% through workflow optimization.
• Promoted a collaborative environment, mentoring and coaching team members, providing developmental
opportunities, and facilitating clear organizational communication.
• Managed the implementation of sourcing strategy by negotiating and approving high-value purchase orders
(exceeding $1M) and managing contract drafting processes to include key business terms.
• Supported strategic procurement by building strategic vendor partnerships and evaluating supplier
performance to secure favorable long-term terms and ensure compliance.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and IT stakeholders to ensure governance, timely
approvals, and alignment with business objectives.
• Contributed to the creation of sourcing strategy by supporting budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning,
integrating results of financial analyses to drive business decisions.

• Supported the sourcing strategy definition by sourcing IT hardware/software and negotiating complex
contracts, particularly for highly-regulated Government/Defence clients.
• Managed and influenced key stakeholder relationships (distributors and OEMs) to optimize pricing, terms, and
supply chain reliability.
• Oversaw the completion of work assignments and ensured compliance with procurement policies, streamlining
the entire IT supply chain and resolving escalated issues.
• Empowered others to perform data gathering and analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction through
supplier consolidation.

• Drove results by managing a regional sales operation and achieving 100% of annual sales targets through
strategic planning and execution.
• Built collaborative relationships with educational and governmental clients, creating a robust pipeline and
effectively managing stakeholder needs.

• Oversaw sourcing, vendor negotiations, and purchasing operations to ensure cost-effective and timely
acquisition of products.
• Acted as the central liaison between external vendors and internal teams (Sales, Logistics) to optimize the
supply chain and ensure on-time delivery.
• Identified new sales opportunities and nurtured existing client accounts to foster loyalty and repeat business.

• Executed end-to-end purchasing activities for IT products, from requisition to delivery, while managing key
vendor accounts.
• Built strong vendor partnerships and oversaw logistics to ensure 100% on-time delivery of all IT procurements.
• Supported the creation and rollout of procurement policies, aiding in the standardization and optimization of
purchasing workflows.