Paras Bhutani
Summary
Procurement and contract management professional with over five years of experience in supplier strategy, contract lifecycle management (CLM), and risk assessment. Adept at supplier relationship management, performance optimization, and process improvement. Skilled in contract negotiation, procurement analytics, and regulatory compliance, with experience working in financial and consulting industries.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Banking Representative
Simplii Financial (CIBC)
05.2022 - Current
- Fostered client relationships by providing financial solutions aligned with their needs and goals
- Advised clients on risk management strategies and regulatory compliance in financial transactions
- Conducted market research to identify opportunities for improving service offerings
- Collaborated with internal teams to optimize client engagement and streamline financial operations
Customer Service Representative
Evolve Financial Canada Inc.
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Assisted clients in managing financial services, loans, and Western Union transactions
- Maintained compliance with financial regulations and operational risk management frameworks
Senior Contract Analyst
Nexdigm (Formerly SKP Group)
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Supported the development and execution of supplier strategies to optimize operational and financial performance
- Reviewed, drafted, negotiated, and executed various contracts, including Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, and Confidentiality Agreements
- Developed supplier scorecards and monitored supplier performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations
- Managed risk assessment by reviewing supplier governance, financial health, and compliance requirements
- Liaised with procurement partners to review and revise contractual agreements, ensuring alignment with category strategies
- Provided analytical insights for supplier management and performance reporting, driving process efficiencies
- Led communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve contract-related issues and disputes
- Trained and mentored new joiners in contract lifecycle management and supplier negotiations
Legal Executive
EXL Services
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Reviewed contracts, performed risk analysis, and supported legal teams in contract management
- Managed compliance and contractual obligations for multinational clients
Education
Human Resource Management -
Seneca College
Toronto04-2022
Business Administration And Law (Honors) -
Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India
India05-2017
Skills
- Supplier Strategy & Relationship Management
- Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
- Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
- Risk Assessment & Compliance
- Supplier Scorecards & Performance Analysis
- Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
- Third-Party Risk Management
- Regulatory & Operational Risk Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Process Improvement & Efficiency Optimization
Career Objective
To secure a strategic role in supplier management, procurement, and contract management where I can leverage my expertise in supplier strategies, risk management, contract negotiation, and performance optimization to drive efficiency and value for the organization.
Certification
- Process Enhancements; Supplier and Contract Management (Skillsoft)
- Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Core Security Principles & Risk Management (Skillsoft)
- Star Performer – Nexdigm (Q3 – 2021)
- Client Centricity Award – Nexdigm (Q3, 2020)
- Microsoft Excel Productivity Tools Training (XL Comm Solutions)
- Microsoft Word Productivity Tools Training (XL Comm Solutions)
Timeline
Personal Banking Representative
Simplii Financial (CIBC)
05.2022 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Evolve Financial Canada Inc.
03.2022 - 05.2022
Senior Contract Analyst
Nexdigm (Formerly SKP Group)
08.2019 - 08.2021
Legal Executive
EXL Services
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Process Enhancements; Supplier and Contract Management (Skillsoft)
- Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Core Security Principles & Risk Management (Skillsoft)
- Star Performer – Nexdigm (Q3 – 2021)
- Client Centricity Award – Nexdigm (Q3, 2020)
- Microsoft Excel Productivity Tools Training (XL Comm Solutions)
- Microsoft Word Productivity Tools Training (XL Comm Solutions)
Human Resource Management -
Seneca College
Business Administration And Law (Honors) -
Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India
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