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Aniruddha RegeAR

Aniruddha Rege

IT & Software Procurement Consultant

€525/day
Mumbai, IN
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Aniruddha

I am a results-oriented procurement professional with over 8 years of experience in high-stakes environments. My background is somewhat unique: I began with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics, which gave me a foundational understanding of the technical world, and later complemented it with an MBA in Business Analytics from Golden Gate University. This combination allows me to approach procurement not just as a transactional function but as a data-driven strategic advantage.

Throughout my career—including my time as a Deputy Manager at a major automotive firm—I have specialized in indirect and technical sourcing. I have a deep understanding of the complexities involved in sourcing software licenses for CFD and CAE domains, as well as managing the procurement lifecycle for IT hardware, including servers and high-capacity storage systems. I don’t just look at the price tag; I look at the technical specifications and the long-term value to the organization.

Why work with me?

Technical Fluency: Because of my engineering roots, I can speak the same language as your IT and R&D teams, ensuring that the sourcing process meets exact technical requirements.

Data-Driven Strategy: My MBA training allows me to perform advanced spend analysis, identifying cost-saving opportunities that others might miss.

Global Mindset: I am currently dedicating several hours a day to mastering the German language, aiming for professional proficiency to better serve the international and European automotive markets.

I am looking to help organizations streamline their supply chains, negotiate better terms with vendors, and implement procurement strategies that actually scale. Whether you need a one-time category audit or long-term strategic sourcing support, I am ready to dive in.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • Marathi

    Native or bilingual

  • Hindi

    Conversational

  • German

    Basic

Can work on-site
Mumbai (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.,
    Deputy Manager – Strategic Sourcing (Digital & Software Procurement)
    AUTOMOBILE
    August 2025 - March 2026 (7 months)
    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
    • • Led sourcing of PD software, SaaS, and digital transformation solutions.
    • • Managed global software licensing procurement commercially, ensuring cost optimization and compliance.
    • • Executed sourcing projects worth Rs. 150 Cr., achieving 45–60% cost optimization.
    • • Negotiated strategic software contracts ensuring cost control and long-term value realization
    • • Improved procurement efficiency by 25% through automation and workflow optimization.
    Indirect Procurement IT & Software Sourcing Vendor management Cost optimisation Procurement digitization
  • Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
    Assistant Manager – IT Capex & Professional Services Procurement
    AUTOMOBILE
    March 2022 - July 2025 (3 years and 4 months)
    Mumbai, India
    • • Managed procurement of servers, storage, endpoints, and enterprise hardware
    • • Delivered 19% YoY savings (~25 Cr. annually) through strategic sourcing
    • • Implemented supplier performance dashboards, reducing compliance issues by 22%.
    • • Expanded supplier base to 135+ vendors, improving delivery reliability by 18%.
    • • Handled PD licenses and professional services, ensuring operational continuity.
    Strategic Sourcing Spend Analysis vendor selection Digital Procurement automation
  • Mahindra Integrated Business Solutions,
    IT Procurement Executive
    AUTOMOBILE
    June 2018 - February 2022 (3 years and 8 months)
    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
    • • Achieved 15% cost reduction (~₹1.2 Cr. savings) via vendor negotiations and benchmarking.
    • • Consolidated software licenses, reducing cost by 25% and improving compliance.
    • • Automated procurement tracking, saving 200+ hours annually.
    • • Supported sourcing, contracting, and vendor management for IT procurement
    vendor selection Spend Analysis cost optimisation vendor rationalisation RPA

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Education

  • MBA
    Golden Gate University
    2024
    MBA
  • Bachelor of Engineering
    Yadavrao Tasgaonkar College of Engineering & Technology
    2017
    Bachelor of Engineering

Categories

  • Other