Ketan Patil

Global Strategic Sourcing Specialist with four years of experience, proficient in coordinating procurement efforts. Committed to achieving cost savings and nurturing supplier relationships to bolster pre-procurement strategies and the negotiation of supply agreements. Collaborate closely with internal teams and supply chain stakeholders to align with overarching business goals.

• Achiever Award for Q4 2020- Exceeded performance expectations and drove strategic initiatives
• Catalyst Award for Q2 2021- Led transformative initiatives and inspired change
• Client Recognition - Received multiple awards for excellent relationship management
• Successfully delivered strategic sourcing initiatives resulting in cumulative cost savings of over £3 million across various projects.
• Supervised team of 6 staff members.

• Working towards CIPS - Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain
• Negotiation Mastery from Harvard Business School via EDx Learning
• Level 5 Diploma - Investment Banking from London School of Business

1. Negotiated 12% Cost Saving with LinkedIn Talent Solutions

• Led negotiations with LinkedIn Talent Solutions, resulting in a 12% cost saving (£750,000 over 3 years) for the bank.
• Facilitated access to premium talent pools and streamlined recruitment processes, enhancing the bank's talent acquisition strategy and improving hiring outcomes.
• Personal contribution ensured seamless execution and exceeded client expectations, leading to strengthened vendor relationships and increased sourcing efficiency.

2. Strategic Partnership Development with British Telecom

• Developed a strategic partnership with British Telecom, optimizing telecom services and generating £500,000 in annual savings for the bank.
• Collaborated closely with stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements.
• Personal leadership and expertise contributed to successful partnership formation, enhancing service quality and reducing operational expenses for the bank.

3. Implementation of Fraud Detection System (KAPPA) with Unisys

• Implemented the KAPPA fraud detection system with Unisys, preventing £1.2 million in losses annually and enhancing risk management capabilities.
• Played a key role in project planning, execution, and stakeholder management to ensure successful implementation and integration with existing systems.
• Personal initiative and attention to detail ensured the effectiveness and reliability of the fraud detection system, safeguarding the bank's assets and reputation.

4. Procurement of Red Hat Licenses for IT Infrastructure Enhancement

• Procured Red Hat licenses, enhancing IT infrastructure and reducing annual licensing costs by £300,000 for the bank.
• Led vendor negotiations and contract management processes to secure favorable terms and pricing agreements.
• Personal oversight and strategic decision-making contributed to the successful implementation of Red Hat solutions, improving system reliability and performance.

5. Procurement of XEIP Licenses from NTT Data for Enterprise Information Management

• Procured XEIP licenses from NTT Data, enabling the bank to streamline enterprise information management processes and improve data governance.
• Collaborated with NTT Data to customize solutions according to the bank's specific requirements and objectives.
• Personal involvement in vendor selection and solution design ensured alignment with business needs and maximized the value of the investment.

6. Reprocurement of Bitbucket Licenses with Automation Consultant for Software Development Optimization

• Reprocured Bitbucket licenses with Automation Consultant, optimizing the bank's software development processes and enhancing collaboration among development teams.
• Led the evaluation of alternative solutions and conducted cost-benefit analyses to inform procurement decisions.
• Personal leadership and technical expertise contributed to the successful adoption and integration of Bitbucket licenses, improving version control and workflow efficiency.

7. Implementation of Data Cloud and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Solutions with Cognizant

• Implemented data cloud and RPA solutions with Cognizant, enhancing the bank's data management capabilities and operational efficiency.
• Worked closely with Cognizant to design and deploy customized solutions to automate repetitive tasks and streamline data processes.
• Personal involvement in solution architecture and testing ensured seamless integration and performance optimization, resulting in significant time and cost savings for the bank.

8. Procurement of EIKON Licenses with Data Stream from Thomson Reuters for Real-Time Financial Market Data

• Procured EIKON licenses with data stream for offices from Thomson Reuters, enhancing the bank's access to real-time financial market data and analysis.
• Collaborated with Thomson Reuters to negotiate favorable licensing terms and customize data feeds according to the bank's requirements.
• Personal oversight and project management ensured timely implementation and user training, empowering bank employees with valuable insights for informed decision-making.

9. Collaboration with Infosys to Implement Asset Management Services

• Collaborated with Infosys to implement asset management services, including Financial Crime Platform Services and IT Operations Management Services.
• Played a key role in project planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful service deployment and adoption.
• Personal leadership and domain expertise contributed to improved operational efficiency and regulatory compliance, resulting in approximately £600,000 in operational cost savings for the bank.