Brian Lobo
About Brian Lobo
Brian Lobo is the Category Head for Flexible Packaging at Bizongo, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in sourcing and procurement, with experience in various international companies including Worleyparsons, Volvo Group, and Accenture.
Work at Bizongo
Brian Lobo currently serves as the Category Head for Flexible Packaging at Bizongo, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees various aspects of flexible packaging, leveraging his extensive experience in sourcing and procurement. His responsibilities include managing vendor relationships and optimizing procurement strategies to enhance operational efficiency. Based in Bombay, Maharashtra, India, he has contributed to the company's growth in the flexible packaging sector.
Education and Expertise
Brian Lobo completed his Bachelor of Engineering at St. Joseph Engineering College, Mangalore, from 2004 to 2008. He has also studied at Holy Name High School and St. Aloysius' College. His educational background supports his expertise in sourcing and procurement, particularly in automotive components. He possesses significant knowledge in market intelligence, spend analysis, and vendor development, which are critical for his role in flexible packaging.
Professional Background
Brian Lobo has a diverse professional background, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. He began his career at Volvo Group as a Sourcing Buyer from 2009 to 2011 in Sweden. He later joined Accenture, where he held roles as a Management Consultant and Business Strategy Consultant in Dublin, Ireland, in 2014 and from 2016 to 2017, respectively. He also worked at Worleyparsons as a Business Analyst in Australia for a year in 2017-2018.
Achievements in Sourcing and Procurement
Brian Lobo has developed a strong skill set in sourcing and procurement, particularly in critical automotive components such as Gearbox, Propeller Shaft, Retarder, and Axles. He has accumulated a total of five years of professional experience in sourcing and procurement, with a focus on global sourcing strategies. His expertise includes significant commodity exposure in Castings, Forgings, Sheet Metal, and Fabrication, which enhances his effectiveness in his current role.