Vijayanand Choudhury
About Vijayanand Choudhury
Vijayanand Choudhury serves as the Global Head of Supply Chain Management at Sterlite Technologies Limited, a position he has held since 2022. With extensive experience in procurement and supply chain roles across various companies, he is known for his innovative approach to implementing advanced technologies in the industry.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies
Vijayanand Choudhury serves as the Global Head of Supply Chain Management (SCM) at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the global supply chain operations, focusing on maximizing revenues and improving operational efficiencies. His leadership aims to implement innovative strategies that enhance the company's supply chain capabilities.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to his current position, Vijayanand Choudhury held several significant roles in supply chain management. He worked at Tata Technologies as Global Head of Procurement from 2019 to 2022, and at Wipro Limited as GM Procurement from 2013 to 2018. His experience also includes serving as Vice-President Commercial at EXL Service from 2011 to 2013 and as DGM Procurement at IBM from 2009 to 2011. These roles contributed to his extensive knowledge in procurement and supply chain operations.
Educational Background and Certifications
Vijayanand Choudhury has a solid educational foundation in supply chain management and business. He earned an MBA in Supply Chain Management from SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research from 2007 to 2008. He also studied Procurement and Supply Chain at the University of Houston, where he achieved the Certified Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager certification in 2017. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing from Andhra University.
Board Membership and Professional Contributions
Vijayanand Choudhury serves as a Board of Director at the Institute for Supply Management. In this capacity, he contributes to the advancement of supply chain practices and shares his expertise with industry professionals. His involvement in this organization reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and improving operational efficiencies within the supply chain sector.
Expertise in Technology and Innovation
Vijayanand Choudhury has a strong passion for integrating advanced technologies into supply chain processes. He focuses on automating and implementing complex technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Blockchain in manufacturing and supply chain domains. His approach emphasizes bringing an outside-in perspective to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiencies.