Head of Worldwide Procurement (Individual Contributor)
Sanas
Operations
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on May 28, 2025
Sanas is revolutionizing the way we communicate with the world’s first real-time algorithm, designed to modulate accents, eliminate background noises, and magnify speech clarity. Pioneered by seasoned startup founders with a proven track record of creating and steering multiple unicorn companies, our groundbreaking GDP-shifting technology sets a gold standard.
Sanas is a 200-strong team, established in 2020. In this short span, we’ve successfully secured over $100 million in funding. Our innovation have been supported by the industry’s leading investors, including Insight Partners, Google Ventures, Quadrille Capital, General Catalyst, Quiet Capital, and other influential investors. Our reputation is further solidified by collaborations with numerous Fortune 100 companies. With Sanas, you’re not just adopting a product; you’re investing in the future of communication.
As the Head of Worldwide Procurement, you will design and implement an innovative global procurement strategy that leverages cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency, cost savings, and supply chain resilience. With a particular focus on SaaS-centric US and Bangalore operations, you'll optimize processes across our global offices. This is a unique opportunity to build a modern procurement function from the ground up while working closely with our executive team to support our rapid growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design and execute a comprehensive global procurement strategy aligned with company objectives and growth plans
- Lead the implementation of advanced procurement technologies, including AI-powered spend analytics, automated vendor management, and intelligent forecasting tools
- Design and optimize procurement workflows using RPA (Robotic Process Automation) to eliminate manual tasks and increase efficiency
- Implement and improve modern travel and expense management systems across all global offices, ensuring compliance, cost control, and positive employee experience
- Develop sophisticated decision frameworks for determining optimal procurement entities (US vs. India vs. Philippines vs. LATAM) based on tax implications, cost-plus markup considerations, and operational efficiency
- Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers across global markets while implementing data-driven vendor evaluation frameworks
- Negotiate favorable terms with software engineering contractors in India, partnering closely with Engineering leadership and HR team
- Optimize agreements with independent contractors globally through platforms like Deel and Rippling
- Secure competitive rates for US marketing and advertising services
- Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through advanced analytics, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiation
- Develop proactive risk assessment methodologies using predictive analytics to ensure supply chain resilience
- Partner with Finance, Legal, IT, and other departments to ensure procurement initiatives support broader business goals
- Establish modern procurement policies that balance agility with appropriate controls
- Implement real-time dashboards and KPIs to track and communicate procurement performance and business impact
- Create compelling presentations and reports for executive leadership, translating procurement metrics and initiatives into strategic business impact
Qualifications :
- 8+ years of procurement experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role in SaaS-centric US and Bangalore environments
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain Management preferred
- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or equivalent are a plus
- Fluent in English; proficiency in Kannada is a strong plus
- Demonstrated experience implementing and utilizing AI or RPA solutions in procurement processes with measurable results
- Proficiency with modern procurement technologies across global environments
- Strong understanding of both India and US SaaS procurement practices, cost-plus markup models, and multi-entity procurement strategies
- Experience optimizing travel and expense management systems and processes across global offices
- Proven track record negotiating with software engineering contractors in India (collaborating with Engineering leadership and HR), global independent contractors, and US marketing vendors
- Proven history of personally implementing new procurement and financial tools from selection through adoption
- Exceptional presentation skills with demonstrated ability to create compelling executive-level materials and influence senior leadership decisions
- Experience building procurement functions in global organizations with diverse category requirements
- Knowledge of procurement regulations and tax implications across multiple countries (US, India, Philippines, and Latin America)
- Strong understanding of digital transformation in procurement and supply chain operations
- Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging analytics for strategic decision-making
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across different levels and geographies
Technical Competencies :
- AI/ML Applications: Experience with AI-powered spend analytics, predictive sourcing, or cognitive procurement advisors
- RPA Implementation: Hands-on experience implementing RPA for procurement processes (e.g., using UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism)
- Travel & Expense Systems: Proficiency with modern T&E platforms (e.g., Concur, Expensify, TripActions/Navan)
- Early-Stage Financial Systems: Experience with Bill.com, Ramp, Quickbooks, and Zoho, while understanding the procurement system evolution path toward more sophisticated tools used by Series C+ companies
- Advanced Analytics: Proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and procurement analytics platforms
- Digital Procurement Platforms: In-depth knowledge of cloud-based procurement solutions and their implementation
- Multi-Entity Financial Systems: Experience with financial systems that support complex, multi-entity procurement strategies
- API Integration: Understanding of system integration concepts to connect procurement platforms with other business systems
- Global Contractor Management: Experience with platforms like Deel, Rippling, and other international contractor management solutions
- Marketing Procurement: Knowledge of digital marketing procurement practices, ad platforms, and agency relationship management
- Smart Contracts: Knowledge of blockchain and smart contract applications in procurement (desirable)
Joining us means contributing to the world’s first real-time speech understanding platform revolutionizing Contact Centers and Enterprises alike.
Our technology empowers agents, transforms customer experiences, and drives measurable growth. But this is just the beginning. You'll be part of a team exploring the vast potential of an increasingly sonic future