BT GLOBAL SERVICES INDIA how each and every business within the ecosystem can improve and grow .
“ We always believe in a win-win position for both suppliers and BT ,” Prabhu says . “ When we onboard a new thirdparty supplier , we work with them in collaboration , because ultimately we are reselling the supplier ’ s products to our end customers . That means suppliers have to be very collaborative , they need to understand the BT ecosystem and the customer so that they can deliver upon our expectations , as well as our customers ’ expectations .”
Keeping lines of communication open and maintaining these relationships is an ongoing process that goes far beyond onboarding , Prabhu explains : “ It ’ s also how you manage the relationship throughout the lifetime of that contract .” BT conduct quarterly reviews to understand how all EXECUTIVE BIO
VANITHA PRABHU
TITLE : GLOBAL PROCUREMENT MANAGER
INDUSTRY : CONSUMER SERVICES LOCATION : INDIA
A keen leader ensuring accomplishment of functional objectives through effective team contribution by breaking down objectives into operational activities . Working with & guiding team members in executing activities with required means , knowledge , or opportunities .
16 + years of qualitative operational delivery experience in :
• Strategic Sourcing , Contract Management and Procurement Operations
• Managerial Level Operational Reporting
• Procurement Tools & Systems management
• Exposure of managing all commercial aspects of complex contracts involving liaison with various departments for smooth operations of contracts .
• Adept in handling a gamut of activities pertaining to opening / evaluation of bids and negotiation , award & review of contracts as per contract regimes , bridging contract agreement , settlement of contract claims and disputes
• An effective communicator with excellent leadership , planning , team management and relationship management skills and abilities in managing simultaneous projects .
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