Rishi Bagga
About Rishi Bagga
Rishi Bagga serves as the Associate Director of Procurement (Capex & Indirect Vertical) at Zepto, where he has worked since 2021. With over 16 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, he specializes in contract management and governance, focusing on OEM development.
Work at Zepto
Rishi Bagga serves as the Associate Director of Procurement (Capex & Indirect Vertical) at Zepto, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves overseeing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He focuses on optimizing the procurement process to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the acquisition of capital expenditures and indirect goods.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before joining Zepto, Rishi Bagga accumulated extensive experience in supply chain management across various organizations. He worked at Cheil India as DGM - Procurement from 2016 to 2021, and prior to that, he held positions at Aircel, Idea Cellular Ltd, Bharti Airtel Limited, and Tata Teleservices Limited. His roles included managing supply chain operations, vendor management, and procurement strategies.
Education and Expertise
Rishi Bagga holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Delhi University, where he studied from 2000 to 2003. He further enhanced his qualifications with a Post Graduate degree in Materials and Supply Chain Management from the Institute of Management and Technology in 2012. His educational background supports his specialization in contract management and governance, with a focus on OEM development.
Skills in Procurement and Vendor Management
Rishi Bagga has over 16 years of experience in procurement, emphasizing purchase planning, sourcing, and vendor management. He possesses strong negotiation skills, which are critical for successful procurement outcomes. Additionally, he has expertise in creating essential procurement documents such as RFI, RFP, and RFQ, which facilitate effective supplier engagement and selection.