shayma shamim

Partner with business leaders across Finance, Marketing, IT, Legal, CX, Sales, and Product to align procurement strategy with business priorities and budget objectives.
Lead end-to-end sourcing and vendor selection initiatives across software, professional services, travel, and operational categories, driving cost optimization and commercial value.
Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on supplier strategy, contract negotiations, procurement governance, and risk mitigation.
Drive supplier performance through Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), and issue resolution to ensure business continuity and service excellence.
Leverage spend analytics, market intelligence, and procurement dashboards to identify savings opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.
Manage third-party risk, supplier due diligence, and compliance processes throughout the vendor lifecycle.
Influence procurement process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, visibility, and stakeholder experience.
Managed end-to-end RFx and sourcing activities across IT, SaaS, services, events, and travel categories, delivering 21% annual cost savings.
Collaborated with Finance, Legal, IT, and Data Privacy teams to streamline procurement workflows, improving operational efficiency by 41%.
Built and maintained supplier relationships, ensuring SLA adherence, contract compliance, and timely issue resolution.
Developed spend tracking and renewal dashboards to improve procurement visibility, reporting accuracy, and category planning.
Conducted supplier evaluations, market benchmarking, and commercial negotiations to support procurement objectives and cost control

Managed end-to-end procurement for travel and entertainment services (vendor selection, negotiation, contract finalization).
Built and maintained strategic supplier relationships for cost-effective purchasing and service quality.
Collaborated with finance and operations to align with budget and timelines.
Leveraged procurement analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing.
Ensured compliance with procurement policies and regulatory standards.

Managed pipeline and sourcing of SMEs for educational content creation and test category launches.
Onboarded SMEs, conducted bid analysis, and recommended based on cost-benefit metrics.
Monitored SME performance, delivery timelines, and service levels for efficient execution.
Collaborated with legal and finance to align contract terms with internal controls and payment processes.
Supported sourcing process automation through trackers and dashboards to improve efficiency.

Procured studio equipment, hardware, and software licenses for remote learning initiatives.
Coordinated with stakeholders to forecast procurement needs based on the academic calendar and marketing.
Conducted vendor evaluations and market research to benchmark pricing and service quality.
Managed procurement documentation, including requisitions and invoice processing.
Negotiated payment terms and delivery schedules to ensure positive cash flow and uninterrupted services.

Sourced hotel venues and event spaces based on client requirements, budget, and service standards.
Negotiated favorable contracts and commission structures with global hospitality vendors.
Built strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent service quality and inventory access.
Delivered cost savings and improved event profitability through strategic sourcing.
Managed sourcing projects end-to-end, including research, negotiation, and contract execution.
Maintained vendor database and ensured contract renewals, SLA compliance, and performance tracking.