Subrata Basu
Experienced Procurement Professional & SME - IT & Telecom
Bangalore
Summary
I am a senior procurement professional with international experiences on various areas like IT Procurement, Supplier Management,Contract Management, Budgeting Supplier Assessment and selection, Performance review, RFP, Sourcing and Network Provisioning. My procurement expertise includes telecom expense management, business application software, IT Services and Service Delivery. My working experience in the IT industry exceeds more than 27 years. I have gained experiences during different positions at Crompton Greaves Ltd., Sify Technologies (ISP), Accenture as Offshore Ordering Lead and IBM as Supplier Relationship Manager.Iwish to be a good performer in my professional career and like to perform with my best efforts which help me grow with my current responsibilities and like to take the additional responsibilities as per my employer’s requirement. I look forward to contribute to the overall business management and “To use my skills in the best possible way for achieving the company’s goal”.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Director - Procurement (APAC)
FIS Payment Solutions & Services India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
04.2022 - Current
- Provided strategic analysis for manufacturing life cycles, technologies, process validations and robustness.
- Analyzed impacts of regulatory changes in operations and developed mitigation plans.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Verified supply chain conformance with production requirements by cultivating productive vendor relationships.
- Set up the service review meetings between senior leadership and third-party stakeholders to conduct joint operations and cement partnerships.
- Communicated all necessary things, sourcing and technology gaps with upper management.
- Managing end-to-end IT & Telecom procurement and guide to the internal stakeholders as per the business requirement.
- Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on business operations.
- Help to improve the process, which help business to get on time delivery with minimum cost.
- Run an RFP / reverse auction to get the best price of the product / services, which will help the client to get the best things with the correct price.
- Manage team and guide them to follow the correct direction for future growth within the organization and enhance their commodity knowledge.
Director -Global Procurement (IT& Telecom)
Sutherland Global Services
Bangalore
10.2016 - 03.2022
- Managed all processes related to the planning and buying of goods and services.
- Worked to ensure budgets were being used wisely, and strategies were focused well.
- Identified areas needing improvement and offered real solutions.
- Achieved cost-effective procurement outcomes by establishing strong relationships with vendors and partners, and negotiating well.
- Identify the scope of work and run RFP the based on the business requirement.
- Optimization of IT running cost without compromising the technology.
- End to end responsibility to manage IT Sourcing, cost optimization, on time delivery, on time supplier payment, Quarterly performance review and find out the scope of IT spend which will minimize the overall IT spend.
- Provide strategic direction to internal stakeholders and coordination with the Procurement Directors, VPs and Sr. Leadership team of the region and global business unit.
- Handling a senior level position for Global Sourcing & Procurement division, experienced in developing and executing the Global Telecom sourcing and procurement strategies, including supplier identification and partnering globally.
- Optimization of IT operations and fixed cost on year and year basis based on business requirements.
- Contract Management – I manage the telecom contacts end to end, like to review the scope of work, Contact terms, payment terms, SLA and penalties, uptime commitment, delivery time, identify the approvers the based on the contract value. Also, amend the existing contract time to time as per the business requirement and work with the legal team to review the legal risk and the business team to finalize the actual scope of work.
- As a sourcing professional,I manage my suppliers /partners to develop and execute category objectives and for various global project expansions.
- Focusing on IT Global Telecom spends (Voice/Data) for the Organization.
- Holding a major role to maintain the existing process and policies and to improve the existing processes for development of the team.
- To ensure cost effective Vendor Development, Alternate sourcing, Value Engineering, etc. for Telecom services globally & particularly at NA and European countries.
- Establish and achieve targets on continuous cost optimization and supplier rationalization for Telecom services globally.
- Weekly /periodical business review with all stakeholders on project progress / pending works etc.
- Support and coordinate the standardization of processes in support of Global Procurement / Shared services team.
- End to end ARIBA operation, starting from RFP, PO processing, contract management and capturing saving against all SOW.
- To manage and maintain the Global Telecom contract database and tools to renew existing contracts in a timely manner.
Supplier Relationship Manager – Global Procurement
IBM
Bangalore
11.2012 - 09.2016
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Worked to develop and implement cost- effective purchasing strategies.
- Strategically evaluated market conditions and approached varying suppliers prior to making purchases.
- Monitored and expedited shipments as necessary.
- Implemented effective negotiation strategies to close deals with the best possible purchase prices.
- As a sourcing professional, I manage my suppliers / partners to develop and execute category objectives and forvarious global project expansions. Focusing on IT Global Telecom spends (Voice/Data) for the Organization.
- Handling a senior level position for Global Sourcing & Procurement division, experienced in developing and executing the Global Telecom sourcing and procurement strategies, including supplier identification and partnering globally.
- Establish and achieve targets on continuous cost optimization and supplier rationalization for IT services, globally.
- Preparation of RFP,Floating RFP and receiving the same, analyze and carry out negotiations and recommend the right techno / commercial fitment.
- Weekly / periodical business review with all stakeholders on project progress / pending works etc.
- To manage and maintain the Global Telecom contract database and tools to renew existing contracts in a timely manner.
Offshore Ordering Lead –IDC
Accenture
Bangalore
02.2006 - 11.2012
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed all processes related to the planning and buying of goods and services.
- Worked to ensure budgets were being used wisely, and strategies were focused well.
- Identified areas needing improvement and offered real solutions.
- Achieved cost-effective procurement outcomes by establishing strong relationships with vendors and partners, and negotiating well.
- Identify the scope of work and run RFP the based on the business requirement.
- Optimization of IT running cost without compromising the technology.
- End to end responsibility to mange IT Sourcing, cost optimization, ontime delivery, on time supplier payment, Quarterly performance review and find out the scope of IT spend which will minimize the overall IT spend.
- Optimization of IT operations and fixed cost on year and year basis based on business requirements.
- Holding a major role to maintain the existing process and policies and to improve the existing processes for development of the team.
- Establish and achieve targets on continuous cost optimization and supplier rationalization for Telecom services globally.
- Follow-up with Service providers and suppliers on time delivery and other key factors.
- Maintain strategic relationship globally and continue to build 360-degree relationships wherever we are expanding, globally.
Coordinator Administration Technology -East
Sify Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Calcutta
05.2000 - 02.2006
- Saved $1.2M by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Managed all process related to the planning and buying of goods and services.
- Worked to ensure budgets were being used wisely, and strategies were focused well.
- Identified areas needing improvement and offered real solutions. · Achieved cost-effective procurement outcomes by establishing strong relationships with vendors and partners, and negotiating well.
- Identify the scope of work and run RFP the based on the business requirement.
- Optimization of IT running cost without compromising the technology.
- End to end responsibility to mange IT Sourcing, cost optimization, ontime delivery, on time supplier payment, Quarterly performance review and find out the scope of IT spend which will minimize the overall IT spend.
Accounts and Administrative Officer
Crompton Greaves Ltd.
Calcutta
12.1996 - 05.2000
- Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Responsible for Branch Accounting and General Administration, including Credit Control.
Accounts and Administrative Officer
Datapro Information Technologies Ltd.
Calcutta
02.1996 - 12.1996
- Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Branch Accounting and General Administration.
Assistant Accountant
M.N. Dastur & Co. Ltd.
Calcutta
08.1994 - 02.1996
- Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
- Supporting to regional Accountant in all accounts related activity.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Education
BBA - Bachelor of Accounting And Business Administration
City College of Commerce
Calcutta 04.1991 - 03.1994
High School Diploma -
Shibpur S.S.P.S Vidyalaya
Howrah 05.1990 - 02.1991
No Degree - Computer Software And Media Applications
Uptron ACL, Under Lucknow University
Calcutta 04.2001 -
No Degree - ITIL V3 Foundation
EXIM, Netherland
Netherland 04.2001 -
No Degree - Leadership And Team Development
IBM Institute, Berlin
Germany 04.2001 -
Skills
Purchasing and procurement
undefinedTimeline
Associate Director - Procurement (APAC)
FIS Payment Solutions & Services India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2022 - Current
Director -Global Procurement (IT& Telecom)
Sutherland Global Services
10.2016 - 03.2022
Supplier Relationship Manager – Global Procurement
IBM
11.2012 - 09.2016
Offshore Ordering Lead –IDC
Accenture
02.2006 - 11.2012
No Degree - Computer Software And Media Applications
Uptron ACL, Under Lucknow University
04.2001 -
No Degree - ITIL V3 Foundation
EXIM, Netherland
04.2001 -
No Degree - Leadership And Team Development
IBM Institute, Berlin
04.2001 -
Coordinator Administration Technology -East
Sify Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
05.2000 - 02.2006
Accounts and Administrative Officer
Crompton Greaves Ltd.
12.1996 - 05.2000
Accounts and Administrative Officer
Datapro Information Technologies Ltd.
02.1996 - 12.1996
Assistant Accountant
M.N. Dastur & Co. Ltd.
08.1994 - 02.1996
BBA - Bachelor of Accounting And Business Administration
City College of Commerce
04.1991 - 03.1994
High School Diploma -
Shibpur S.S.P.S Vidyalaya
05.1990 - 02.1991
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