IT Procurement Professional - Strategic Sourcing

ALFIYA FAROOQUE

IT Procurement Professional

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India – 400706 +91-913******* ****************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/alfiya-farooqui PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven IT Procurement professional with experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and technology procurement within the banking sector. Skilled in managing procurement for network connectivity, IT infrastructure, software licensing, and branch technology requirements. Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings through commercial negotiations, establishing rate contracts, and driving procurement process efficiencies. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across Technology, Information Security, Finance, Legal, and Business teams to support organizational objectives.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement IT & Technology Procurement

Contract Negotiation & Management Vendor & Stakeholder Management

Network Connectivity (MPLS / ILL / BYONN) Software Licensing

Cost Optimization & Savings Cross-Functional Collaboration PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Manager – IT Procurement Unity Small Finance Bank June 2025 – Present

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for branches and corporate offices across the organization.

• Handle sourcing and procurement of MPLS, ILL, BYONN connectivity, printers, IT consumables, and other technology requirements.

• Lead vendor evaluation, commercial assessment, negotiations, and recommendation processes to ensure cost-effective procurement.

• Coordinate with Information Technology, Information Security, Business, Finance, and Legal teams to facilitate smooth procurement operations.

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure seamless delivery of services and solutions.

IT Procurement Intern Unity Small Finance Bank February 2025 – May 2025

• Assisted in end-to-end procurement activities for IT consumables, invoice outstanding clearance, and technology/network- related requirements.

• Coordinated with vendors for quotations, negotiations, and procurement documentation.

• Prepared commercial comparison sheets and procurement recommendations. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

• Delivered 27 Lakhs+ in procurement savings through software licensing negotiations.

• Established an organization-wide IT Consumables Rate Contract.

• Standardized MPLS commercial structure through the Tata Communications Rate Contract.

• Successfully managed procurement of: Licenses, Account Aggregator Platform, MPLS & ILL Connectivity, BYONN Network Services, Printers & IT Consumables, and Contract Management. EDUCATION

PGDM (Finance) SIES School of Business Studies (AIMA) 2023 – 2025 Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science 2020 – 2023 CERTIFICATIONS

CIPM & CIPP Certification Blue Ocean In Progress LEADERSHIP & EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Core Member, Alumni Committee – SIES School of Business Studies.

• Event Volunteer – Institute of Directors (IOD) Regional Conclave / Virtualities Fest.

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