Piyush Jain
About Piyush Jain
Piyush Jain serves as the Global Procurement Coordinator at Sightsavers, where he has worked since 2019. With over 15 years of experience in the international development sector, he has held various administrative and procurement roles across several organizations.
Work at Sightsavers
Piyush Jain has served as the Global Procurement Coordinator at Sightsavers since 2019. In this role, he is part of the Global Supply Chain team, where he is responsible for executing a comprehensive range of program procurement tasks. His work involves liaising with suppliers to stay updated on economic and market conditions that affect procurement strategies. Jain's contributions support the organization's mission in the international development sector.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Sightsavers, Piyush Jain held several positions in administration and procurement across various organizations. He worked at the Public Health Foundation of India as Assistant Manager Administration for 11 months in 2018-2019. Prior to that, he served as Manager Administration at BBC Media Action for two years, from 2016 to 2018. His career also includes a role as Associate Manager Administration at GMR Group, where he worked for four years, and as Admin & Procurement Officer at Population Services International, India for one year.
Education and Expertise
Piyush Jain holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Delhi University, which he completed from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education at the Indian Institute of Commerce and Trade, where he achieved an Executive MBA/PGDC in Foreign Trade in 2008-2009. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in the international development sector, where he has developed expertise in strategic planning, financial forecasting, and risk management.
Professional Skills and Contributions
With over 15 years of experience in the international development sector, Piyush Jain has demonstrated his ability to work effectively in diverse cultural environments. He possesses strong leadership, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, which are essential for managing relationships with various stakeholders. Jain also supports the implementation of training programs for country offices and partners, enhancing operational efficiency and capacity building.