Avi Jain
About Avi Jain
Avi Jain is a Program Manager with extensive experience in vendor management and cost reduction strategies. He holds a Master's degree in Engineering Management from Duke University and has worked in various roles across notable companies, including Verizon and Whirlpool Corporation.
Work at Procure Analytics
Avi Jain serves as a Program Manager at Procure Analytics, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he has developed a live Tableau dashboard that tracks $1.3 billion in Third Party Vendor spending. This dashboard aids in expense trend analysis and supports cost reduction strategies. Additionally, he has facilitated a 22% reduction in third-party contract renewal time by effectively coordinating with contract management, sourcing, and legal departments.
Education and Expertise
Avi Jain earned a Master's degree in Engineering Management with a focus on Operations and Supply Chain from Duke University, where he studied from 2017 to 2018. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and supply chain management.
Professional Background
Before joining Procure Analytics, Avi Jain held several positions in various organizations. He worked as a Manager of Business COGS at Verizon for six months in 2018-2019. He also served as a Student Innovation Consultant at IXL Center for three months in 2018 and as a Student Consultant at Duke Interdisciplinary Social Innovators in 2017. His experience includes a three-year tenure at Reliance Industries Limited as a Global Supply Manager, focusing on procurement and contracts.
Achievements in Cost Reduction
Avi Jain has successfully implemented optimization scenarios for Third Party Vendors, resulting in a significant cost reduction of $2.5 million. He has also led performance management activities for ongoing service contracts, addressing and resolving service failure issues, which contributes to improved operational efficiency.
Internship Experience
Avi Jain began his career with an internship at Whirlpool Corporation in 2013, where he worked for five months in the Faridabad Area, India. This internship provided him with practical experience in operations, laying the groundwork for his future roles in supply chain and procurement management.