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A specialist with considerable managerial and leadership experience in the contracts, purchasing, supply chain, and capital projects of the oil and gas and construction industries. A pragmatic, laser-focused global supply chain and business transformation leader who transforms the capacities of people, processes, and systems to create efficiencies, boost profitability, and provide competitive advantage. I take satisfaction in having extensive understanding of the entire supply chain and I am a specialist in contract & procurement negotiation, inventory control, logistics, and warehousing. An influential and forward-thinking leader who creates collaboration among the key decision makers to achieve organisational buy-in empowers high performance teams, builds the trust of the executive management, and is constantly at the forefront of company innovations.A global supply chain professional with practical leadership experience in a variety of supply chain functions, including procurement, vendor management, vendor negotiation, contracts management, transportation, strategic sourcing, inventory management, accounts payable, and logistics. Significant expertise in overseeing the installation of ERP systems, adhering to internal and external audit requirements and ISO 9000 Quality Management Systems.Proven ability to create and lead strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors to deliver significant value. Highly skilful to advise and influence top management on supply chain, project delivery, and commercial challenges. Possess a love for leading large diversified cultural and complex teams to excellence and possess a strong understanding of how to do it.I serve as the Chair of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) India Branch which has its headquarters in the UK; the professional membership body which exists to improve the capability of the profession and support members who work in it through the provision of knowledge sharing, expertise and experience. Furthermore, I hold the position of Global Ambassador for the Sustainable Procurement Pledge.