Wise Choi
About Wise Choi
Wise Choi serves as the Procurement Manager for IT at HSBC, where he has worked since 2015. With a background in engineering and IT administration, he has extensive experience in procurement and supplier management.
Work at HSBC
Wise Choi has served as the Procurement Manager for IT at HSBC since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for managing the procurement processes related to IT commodities. His responsibilities include overseeing tendering and direct negotiation with qualified IT suppliers. He focuses on achieving cost efficiency, quality service, and innovation in the procurement process. Choi has successfully met annual savings targets for IT commodities within the global banking sector.
Previous Experience
Before joining HSBC, Wise Choi held various positions in the IT sector. He worked at IBM as an Engineer from 2004 to 2008 and as a Systems Operations Specialist from 2002 to 2004. His experience also includes a role as an IT Administrator at TPG Capital from 2008 to 2010, where he served as the IT Procurement Lead until 2015. Earlier in his career, he worked in desktop publishing and technical support roles in Boise, Idaho.
Education and Expertise
Wise Choi studied at Boise State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). His academic focus included Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Computer Information Systems, and Marketing. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills to excel in procurement and IT management.
Negotiation and Stakeholder Engagement
In his current role, Wise Choi collaborates with in-house legal experts to negotiate and implement optimal contractual terms and conditions. He engages and influences senior-level stakeholders to support commodity strategies in IT procurement. His ability to manage relationships and drive strategic initiatives is a key aspect of his professional responsibilities.
Achievements in Procurement
Throughout his career, Wise Choi has been responsible for achieving significant annual savings targets for IT commodities at HSBC. His focus on cost, quality, service, and innovation has contributed to effective procurement strategies within the organization. His experience in managing tendering processes and supplier negotiations has established him as a competent leader in the field of IT procurement.