Piyush Jain
About Piyush Jain
Piyush Jain serves as the Global Programme Supply Chain Coordinator at Sightsavers, a position he has held since 2019 in New Delhi, India. He has a strong background in logistics and supply chain management, supported by various educational qualifications and extensive experience in administration and procurement across multiple organizations.
Work at Sightsavers
Piyush Jain has been serving as the Global Programme Supply Chain Coordinator at Sightsavers since 2019. Based in the New Delhi Area, India, he plays a crucial role in managing supply chain operations for global programs. His responsibilities include developing action plans for supply chain forecasting and risk management as part of the senior management team. Jain has also been involved in annual demand planning and forecasting for program procurements, ensuring that the organization meets its operational needs efficiently.
Education and Expertise
Piyush Jain is currently pursuing an Executive Certificate in Supply Chain Management at the Indian Institute of Management Rohtak, which he began in 2021. He previously studied at the Indian Institute of Commerce and Trade, where he earned an EMBA/PGDC in Foreign Trade from 2008 to 2009. Jain also holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Delhi University, which he completed from 2001 to 2005. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in logistics, supply chain management, and accounts.
Professional Background
Before joining Sightsavers, Piyush Jain held several positions in various organizations. He worked as an Assistant Manager Administration at the Public Health Foundation of India from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as an Admin & Procurement Officer at Population Services International, India from 2010 to 2011. Jain also worked at GMR Group as Associate Manager Administration at Delhi International Airport Pvt Ltd from 2012 to 2016 and at BBC Media Action as Manager Administration from 2016 to 2018.
Achievements in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
In his role as Global Programme Supply Chain Coordinator, Piyush Jain has demonstrated expertise in procurement tasks, ensuring compliance with donor regulations such as those from the EU and USAID. He has liaised with suppliers to stay informed about economic and market conditions affecting procurement. Additionally, Jain has implemented training programs for country offices and partners to enhance procurement processes, contributing to the overall efficiency of supply chain operations.