Vaibhav Jain
Delhi
Summary
Strategic procurement and supply chain leader with 6.7+ years of experience driving global sourcing strategies, IT and non-IT procurement, and large-scale transformation initiatives. Proven expertise in end-to-end procurement operations, contract negotiations, vendor governance, and cost optimization across diverse industries. Adept at managing multi-million-dollar RFI/RFP processes, leveraging market intelligence and benchmarking to deliver competitive advantage and measurable business impact. Recognized for building high-performing teams, fostering strategic supplier partnerships, and implementing digital procurement tools (Globaility, Oracle, Ariba, CapEx, OpEx) to enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated success in delivering significant cost savings, mitigating risks, and aligning procurement strategies with organizational goals. Known for innovation, strategic thinking, and a customer-centric approach to procurement excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst
Accenture India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgoan
04.2023 - Current
- Directed end-to-end procurement operations across IT and non-IT categories, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance standards
- Oversaw large-scale and mid-size RFI/RFP processes, driving competitive sourcing strategies and cost optimization
- Developed market intelligence and benchmarking reports to support strategic decision-making and vendor negotiations
- Built and nurtured strategic vendor relationships to enhance service delivery and long-term partnerships
- Led escalation management and governance processes, ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder satisfaction
- Managed cross-functional teams, conducted audits, and delivered actionable insights to strengthen procurement controls and efficiency
- Managing mainly Insurance & financial service clients
Consultant
Capgemini India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgoan
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Delivering IT & Telco sourcing strategies across the Asia Pacific (India +APAC), in collaboration with the Global IT team.
- Asia Spend analysis and cost optimization for the IT category.
- Identifying specific sourcing projects/initiatives for the year, including expected savings, resource requirements, and associated timescales for completion
- Managing complex sourcing deals, driving the supplier selection and negotiation process for key Sourcing deals within the region.
Coordinator
Iron Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Noida
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Led vendor selection, cost and contract negotiations, and compliance management
- Generated project analysis reports for management
- Managed RFI/RFP processes for large and mid-size deals
- Supported sales teams in bids and customer acquisition
- Controlled procurement spending and promoted long-term savings
- Directed escalation management and vendor onboarding
Associate Executive
HCL Technologies Ltd.
Noida
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with project managers and sales teams to align deliverables with customer requirements
- Led RFI/RFP processes, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives
- Leveraged procurement tools (CapEx, OpEx, Ariba) to execute global procurement strategies
- Managed end-to-end procurement of IT procurement for major client of HCL.
- Delivered comprehensive procure-to-pay solutions ensuring compliance and efficiency
- Developed cost-saving analyses and P&L reports to support executive decision-making
Education
B.Tech - Computer Science
Noida International University
Greater NoidaSkills
- Global Supply Chain Management
- Strategic Sourcing & End to End Procurement
- IT & Non-IT Procurement
- Vendor Management & Onboarding
- Contract & Legal Compliance
- Project Management
- Cost Analysis & Optimization
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- MIS Reporting & Documentation
- Team Leadership & Training
Accomplishments
- Consistently awarded with Highest Performance Rating
- Honored with the Innovator Award by the Chief Procurement Officer in the first year of tenure
- Recognized multiple times as Best Performer for exceptional contribution to procurement excellence
- Achieved Highest Savings in New Deals and Highest Savings in Existing Deals, delivering significant cost optimization
- Commended for On-Time Go-Live Execution of critical procurement projects
- Earned multiple Customer Appreciation Letters for outstanding service and stakeholder engagement
Timeline
Consultant
Capgemini India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2023 - 04.2024
Senior Analyst
Accenture India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
Coordinator
Iron Systems Pvt. Ltd.
08.2021 - 08.2023
Associate Executive
HCL Technologies Ltd.
05.2019 - 08.2021
B.Tech - Computer Science
Noida International University