Sonali Korde

Skilled IT Procurement Manager with total 10 years of experience in Procurement / Vendor Management and 8.5 years of experience purely in IT Procurement. Looking for Managerial level profile in the same field to utilize my skills & continue my professionalism while serving the organization to the best of my ability. Offering keen attention to detail and strong negotiation and decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks/projects independently.

Self-motivated, work ethic with ability to perform effectively in independent or team environments. Proven track record of quickly learning, streamlining processes, strong negotiation, resolving conflicts, stakeholder management and ensuring smooth workflow.

Assistant Manager - IT Purchase - Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Ltd. - Thane

(2023-10)

• Oversee end-to-end procurement processes (PR to PO) for complete IT infrastructure—hardware, software, licences, peripherals, IT security, networking materials, AMC, and end-user computing (desktop, laptop, MacBook, printer, etc.), resources and services.
• Managing T&M resource onboarding process – floating RFx to vendors (Big4, Non-Big4), obtaining benchmarking proposals, commercial negotiation, seeking approvals from senior management, placing LOI for shortlisted resources, liaising between vendor management and legal team for the agreement signing process, and issuing PO.
• Oversee hyper-scale IT and cyber security projects.
• Lead negotiations for IT contracts and AMC renewals, including IT resources, licences, software, hardware, and IT services. Handling Reverse Auction process for cost savings.
• Study and compare the industry trends and conduct price benchmarking based on market intelligence.
• Monitor contract lifecycles, and ensure timely renewals and negotiations are aligned with business needs.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Preparing MIS for TATs, savings report, weekly tracker, contract renewals and sharing with management on weekly or monthly basis.
• Create and Manage Purchase Orders in P2P software.
• Oversee vendor onboarding / new vendor registration process.
• Providing process training to the team members and feedback to AVP – Procurement.

IT Procurement Associate - Level 2 (Corp-IT Dept) - Media.Net Software Services (India) Pvt. Ltd. - Andheri, Mumbai

(2019-08 - 2023-10)

• Managing IT procurement and payment process of all the Business units of India (Mumbai, Bangalore, and Pune) and Overseas (Dubai, Austin and New York)
• Negotiating with vendors to the lowest cost by maintaining quality, service & support
• Preparing comparative statements
• Preparing approvals and seeking approval from respective Directors / Managing Director / CEO
• Preparing Purchase orders related to procurement of Hardware / Software / Licenses
• Managing order fulfillment and delivery tracking of orders
• Handling Desktop/Laptop/MacBook/iMac/Server/Software Applications/Licenses/Peripherals purchases and Laptop/MacBook repairs
• Handling renewals of Software / Licenses / Servers / Rental Laptops and AMC of IT Products
• Handling ISP, Telecom and Networking purchases and processing Global monthly recurring payments
• Handling complete payment process of all IT assets, software, licenses, contract renewals for India and Overseas within defined payment TAT
• Sourcing and identification of prospective vendors and handling vendor registration process
• Preparing MIS Report and Budget and submitting it to higher management on monthly basis
• Preparing Provision sheet and submitting it to Finance team on monthly basis
• Co-ordinating with internal Accounts department for timely payment release to vendors
• Providing process training to the team members and feedback to IT Head
• Liaising with vendors/Suppliers, OEM's (Dell/Lenovo/HP/Apple), Stakeholders & other relevant internal departments.
• Managing IT Opex & Capex Budgeting – New Joinee projection and Forecasting, handling vendor agreements.

Senior Purchase Executive (IT) - Mahindra Finance, Thane (Payroll Co. - Net Business Solutions (I) Ltd.) - Thane

(2016-12 - 2019-08)

Purchase Management

• Performing and coordinating administrative, and professional work related to all the branches of Mahindra Finance & ensure IT related procurement activities are carried out smoothly and in compliance with appropriate guidelines & policies.
• Managing IT Procurement & billing process of all the branches of Mahindra Finance comes under Maharashtra & Goa State including purchase of IT Assets, Leased line, Networking Materials, Computer peripherals, & timely renewal of AMC for the applicable Assets.
• Processing all relevant requests, Sourcing vendors, preparing comparative chart, obtaining appropriate approval from HOD, creating Purchase Orders in ERP, coordinating with Vendors, acknowledge receipt of goods and services, Review and verify vendor invoices, and preparing payment requests.
• Negotiating with vendors to the lowest cost by maintaining quality, service & support.
• Maintaining record of all the purchases, including keeping of invoice document & Rental/4C agreements.
• Ensure all the maintenance renewals are done timely and proper record is in place.
• Handling new vendor development, vendor registration & vendor code creation process.
• Ensuring to complete all the requirements & payments within the defined TAT.
• Rental/Owned Assets Management
• Asset Disposal Process Management
• Meeting with vendors for improving services & supports

Purchase Executive - Balaji Insulations (I) Pvt. Ltd. - Thane

(2015-05 - 2016-11)

• Independently handling Purchase, Logistic Management & Accounts processes.
• Research potential vendors, compare and evaluate offers from suppliers
• Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing
• Preparing cost comparison statement of material purchase.
• Tracking orders and ensure timely delivery of material
• Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices
• Making Way Bill / Road Permits, Challans & Sales Bills.
• Preparing Letter of Credit (L/C) documents for vendor payments
• Planning and arrangement of Logistics for dispatching materials to the site at correct time.
• Issue Challans for dispatch of materials to various sites
• Ensuring to complete all the requirements & payments within the defined TAT.

MBA - Supply Chain Management - Welingkar Institute of Management (2022-07)

Master of Commerce (MCom) - Advance Accountancy - Mumbai University (2018-06)

Bachelor of Accounting & Finance (BAF) - Accounting & Finance - Mumbai University (2015-04)