Sam Doshi
About Sam Doshi
Sam Doshi serves as the VP of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement at Coalfire, bringing extensive experience from various leadership roles in procurement across multiple companies, including Veolia and Transdev North America.
Current Role at Coalfire
Sam Doshi serves as the Vice President of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement at Coalfire. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's procurement strategies and sourcing initiatives from the Chicago, Illinois area. His role involves overseeing procurement processes and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Before joining Coalfire, Sam Doshi accumulated extensive experience in procurement and strategic sourcing across various organizations. He worked at Transdev North America as Head of Procurement from 2017 to 2021. Prior to that, he held multiple roles at Veolia, including Director of Procurement and Senior Director of Global Restructuring, among others, from 2004 to 2015.
Educational Background
Sam Doshi has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Planning from the University of Toronto, completing his studies from 1995 to 1999. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science from York University, also completed in 1999. He has further qualifications, including a Certificate in Government Procurement from Rutgers University and a Certified Purchasing Manager designation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Career Progression
Sam Doshi's career in procurement began at Pace Suburban Bus, where he served as a Contract Buyer II and later as a Senior Buyer from 2004 to 2007. He then transitioned to various roles at Veolia, where he gained significant experience in strategic sourcing and procurement. His career also includes a position at Ernst & Young as Cross Border Procurement & Operations Leader and at ABM Industries as Director of Procurement Operations.
International Experience
Sam Doshi has significant international experience, having worked in various roles in Paris, France, and London, United Kingdom. His positions at Veolia included Director of International Sourcing Strategy and Head of International Strategic Sourcing, where he focused on indirect spend. This international exposure has contributed to his expertise in global procurement strategies.