Director

Ani has over 18 years of experience helping organizations solve their procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain challenges. He has led and supported managed services and consulting engagements for several Fortune 500 and Government clients. Ani combines data- driven analytical thinking with a people-focused mindset to analyze business problems and develop solutions for his clients.

Ani’s areas of expertise include source-to-contract program leadership, strategic sourcing, negotiations, spend analytics, opportunity assessments, procurement center of excellence, technology implementations, category management, and procurement transformation efforts. His industry experience includes telecom, high-tech, retail (food and beverage), consumer packaged goods, manufacturing, and US Federal Government.

Ani holds a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Bangalore Institute of Technology, India and an MBA from University of Maryland, College Park. He lives in the Seattle metropolitan area with his wife and son. He enjoys spending time with his son doing both outdoor and indoor activities including biking, hiking, and playing chess and other board games.