  Orchestrated comprehensive procurement transformation initiatives, identifying strategic opportunities for enhancing digital interfaces, processes, and infrastructure. Evaluated and deployed cutting-edge procurement technologies to optimize efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness across operations. Crafted and executed strategies enhancing supplier relationships (Vendor Risk Management) and streamlining procurement processes, resulting in reduced costs (Spend Management) and improved supplier performance. Served as a pivotal liaison between Procurement, Digital Transformation, and solution partners, prioritizing opportunities to maximize value extraction. Enhanced supply chain efficiency by pinpointing inefficiencies and bottlenecks, implementing solutions that streamlined operations and reduced costs. Spearheaded the implementation of transformative technologies including Ariba, Contract Life Cycle Management (iCertis), and SAP (S/4 Hana). Collaborated cross-functionally with IT, Finance, and Operations teams to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives, driving overall business success. Led the development and deployment of advanced technology solutions such as AI and machine learning to enhance supply chain visibility, traceability, and decision-making. Fostered a culture of innovation within the supply chain organization, fostering collaboration and creative thinking to develop cost-effective solutions. Cultivated stakeholder relationships to identify opportunities, co-create solutions, and ensure robust adoption Globally for maximum return on investment (ROI)Notable Accomplishments across the career Pioneered CLM strategy, evaluating incumbent tool against market options to craft a compelling business case for Steerco Approval for implementation of iCertis and achieved an impressive 82% contract coverage by 2023 securing 20% YoY increment for targeted categories, reducing turnaround time, and enhancing execution control.  Effectively deployed OneVerse (inhouse Spend Management tool) with 97% spend coverage, empowering GRM & Procurement team to strategically manage spend across Big4. Spearheaded the development of the in-house Contract Management Tool "iCAT" at Unilever during 2019-20. This user-friendly application empowers Category Managers by facilitating contract drafting with pre-defined templates. It includes autofill functionality and integrates directly with ERP systems. Additionally, it streamlined the overall contract cycle time and improved collaboration both internally and with the Suppliers.