Anirban De, Csp
About Anirban De, Csp
Anirban De is the Procurement Operations Manager at Adobe's Shared Services Organization, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in procurement and business development, having held various roles at companies such as Mjunction Services, Wipro Technologies, and Thomson Reuters.
Work at Adobe
Anirban De currently serves as the Procurement Operations Manager (Worldwide) within Adobe's Shared Services Organization, a position he has held since 2019. His role encompasses overseeing procurement operations across multiple global locations, including Bangalore, Beijing, Bucharest, Noida, and Tokyo. Prior to this, he held various positions at Adobe, including Operations Manager for Global Procurement and Category Manager for Technology, Contingent Workforce, and Professional Services. His contributions include driving the adoption of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and advanced analytics tools, which enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience
Before joining Adobe, Anirban De worked at Mjunction Services Ltd, a SAIL-TATA Steel venture, as a Business Analyst and later as Manager of Client Acquisition, Sourcing Advisory, and Procurement Outsourcing Solutions. His experience also includes a role at Wipro Technologies as an Executive in Global Procurement and at Thomson Reuters as a Senior Executive in Technology Sourcing. His diverse background in procurement and business development has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Education and Expertise
Anirban De holds an Engineer’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Tumkur. He completed his Higher Secondary education at J P Boys School, Kolkata, and achieved First Class with Distinction in Secondary Education from Ramakrishna Mission School, Narendrapur. He is currently pursuing a Professional Certification in Category Management & Strategic Sourcing from SIG University in Florida, USA, which enhances his expertise in procurement strategies.
Key Contributions and Innovations
Anirban De has been instrumental in implementing innovative practices within Adobe's Shared Services Organization. He utilizes principles of 'Design Thinking' and 'Theory of Constraints' to improve procurement processes. His focus on developing outcome-based KPIs aims to ensure high productivity and quality in operations. Additionally, he advocates for the 'Platinum Rule' to enhance stakeholder experiences and plays a vital role in fostering leadership development within the organization.
Professional Development
Anirban De has actively engaged in professional development throughout his career. He has accumulated extensive experience in various procurement roles, which has contributed to his understanding of best practices in the field. His commitment to continuous learning is evident in his current studies at SIG University, where he is enhancing his skills in Category Management and Strategic Sourcing, further solidifying his expertise in procurement operations.