Samad S.
About Samad S.
Samad S. is a Senior Global Procurement Manager for Software and IT Services at Liberty Global, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in procurement across various industries and holds multiple degrees in business and procurement.
Current Role at Liberty Global
Samad S. serves as the Senior Global Procurement Manager for Software and IT Services at Liberty Global. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships in Schiphol-Rijk, North Holland Province, Netherlands. His responsibilities include overseeing complex contracting and tendering projects, as well as implementing process improvements and innovative sourcing strategies.
Previous Experience at JTI
Prior to his current role, Samad S. worked at Japan Tobacco International (JTI) as a Global Buyer for Business Services from 2013 to 2014. In this position, he was involved in procurement activities that supported the company's operational needs, enhancing his expertise in global procurement practices.
Educational Background
Samad S. has a diverse educational background in business and procurement. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing and Commercial Economics from Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, studying from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education with a Masterclass in Procurement Stakeholder Engagement at ADR International in 2013. Additionally, he completed a NEVI Procurement course, achieving NEVI 1 certification in 2015, and studied Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law at Kers&Partners from 2010 to 2011.
Expertise in Procurement and Sourcing
Samad S. possesses extensive expertise in procurement, particularly in complex contracting and tendering projects. He specializes in a variety of IT and business areas, including Software, SaaS, On-premises Appliances, Network, Cloud, Cyber Security, and outsourced services. His experience spans multiple industries, including finance, scientific research, fundraising, automotive, and telecom, allowing him to manage cultural differences and complexities in global mergers and acquisitions.
Career at ING and KWF Kankerbestrijding
Before joining Liberty Global, Samad S. worked at ING as an Interim Consultant in Payment and Cash Management from 2010 to 2013. He also held the position of Buyer for IT and Marketing Communications at KWF Kankerbestrijding from 2014 to 2016. These roles contributed to his comprehensive understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.