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Gajanan Pujar

Victoria,BC

Summary

Accomplished Procurement Specialist with expertise from BC Public Service Agency, adept in stakeholder management and government procurement policies. Successfully completed complex procurements, enhancing compliance and efficiency. Proven ability in effective communication, using modern procurement tools, and mentoring new staff.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement Specialist

BC Public Service Agency
10.2019 - Current
  • Providing expert advice to clients throughout the procurement life cycle, including guidance on procurement approaches, risk mitigation strategies, evaluation frameworks, and vendor communication.
  • Preparing, issuing, and managing formal procurement documentation such as RFPs and negotiated RFPs, and facilitating evaluation processes and vendor debriefs for complex and high-risk projects.
  • Collaborating with multiple stakeholders, including legal counsel, to support the planning, development, and execution of complex procurements.
  • Ensuring procurements are compliant with the public procurement policy and Government procurement practices.
  • Providing mentoring, and technical support to new staff engaged in procurement activities.

SAP Consultant

Novigo
05.2018 - 10.2019
  • Supported implementation of SAP TM module, optimized business processes and enhanced system efficiency.
  • Conducted system testing and validation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project standards.
  • Developed detailed training guides and trained end-users on SAP functionalities, improving user adoption and operational effectiveness.

Education

Master of Science - Supply Chain Management

Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, USA
12-2017

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University
Chennai, India
08-2012

Skills

  • Project and stakeholder management
  • Effective communication
  • Government procurement policies and procedures
  • MS Tools including MS Excel and MS Project

Timeline

Procurement Specialist

BC Public Service Agency
10.2019 - Current

SAP Consultant

Novigo
05.2018 - 10.2019

Master of Science - Supply Chain Management

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University
Gajanan Pujar