Societe Generale Global Solution Centre
Ullas Damodharan, CPSCM™, has over 20 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and supply chain management. Ullas has held various managerial roles in reputable companies such as Societe Generale Global Solution Centre, IBM Systems & Technology Lab, Dell, Wipro Technologies, Acer, and Wipro Infotech Ltd.
In their most recent role as the VP & Head IT Infrastructure - Sourcing & Vendor Governance at Societe Generale Global Solution Centre, Ullas is responsible for handling strategic sourcing for IT hardware and software across India offices.
During their tenure at IBM Systems & Technology Lab, Ullas worked as a Business Operations Manager, overseeing supplier assessment, contract negotiation, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
At Dell, Ullas served as a Procurement Sr Analyst, where they focused on driving cost-saving initiatives and managing the OEM/ODM supply chain function.
In their role as an Assistant Manager at Wipro Technologies, Ullas successfully transitioned the company's first procurement outsourcing process and managed the operations team providing SCM/Procurement support.
During their time at Acer, Ullas handled the migration of the supply chain management function and executed reverse logistics.
In their early career at Wipro Infotech Ltd, Ullas worked as a Logistics Executive, where they supported franchise operations and collaborated with vendors for quality repair and warehouse management.
Overall, Ullas Damodharan possesses a strong track record in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain optimization, making him a valuable asset in the field of supply chain management.
Ullas Damodharan, CPSCM™, has a diverse education history. In 1995, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Christ College, Bangalore. In 1998, they completed a High Diploma in Software Engineering from APTECH Computer Education. In 2005, they pursued a Diploma of Education in SAP Material Management from Enterprise Logic. In 2017, they obtained certifications in Advanced Sourcing Strategies & PSCM Excellence from the University of Huston & ISM, USA. In 2019, they received the CPSCM - Certified Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager certification from the University of Huston & ISM, USA. In 2020, they completed a certification in Principled Negotiation from Harvard. Currently, in 2022, Ullas is enrolled in the Executive Programme in Operations & Supply Chain Management at the Indian Institute of Management Kashipur.
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre
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Societe Generale is one of the leading European financial services groups. Based on a diversified and integrated banking model, the Group combines financial strength and proven expertise in innovation with a strategy of sustainable growth, aiming to be the trusted partner for its clients, committed to the positive transformations of society and the economy. Set up in 2000, Societe Generale Global Solution Centre (SG GSC), a 100% owned subsidiary of Societe Generale has over 7500 employees across its Bangalore and Chennai facilities in India. The subsidiary is focused on Application Development and Maintenance, Infrastructure Management, Business Process Management and Knowledge Process Management, to Societe Generale’s business lines across the world with focus on an outcome based business approach. Societe Generale is committed towards anticipating and serving the fast-changing customer demands. The organisation integrates all the potential avenues offered by digital, accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies in a spirit of open collaboration, in order to provide new client experiences, and process efficiencies. The global talent pool, provides access to a large network of skills and resources that can be deployed both locally Societe Generale Global Solution Centre (SG GSC) is a fully owned subsidiary of the European banking major, Societe Generale. Societe Generale Global Solution Centre has over 20 years of experience in sustainable delivery across information technology and banking operations. We are an employee focused organisation, known for the extensive opportunities we provide for career progression and development. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.