Hi, I'm Pooja B - Strategic Sourcing Leader | Advisor to AI-first Procurement companies
I'm passionate about leveraging AI and automation to transform procurement. I thrive in dynamic tech environments, driving strategic sourcing and category management for companies shaping the future of mobility and AI.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led category management for facilities, workplace programs, and logistics at Google.
Currently driving indirect procurement for a pioneering autonomous driving technology company.
Can offer strategic guidance on procurement automation for AI-first companies.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Sourcing
Began career honing core strategic sourcing skills within a large tech environment.
✦ Strategic Sourcing
✦ Category Management
Leadership in Tech Procurement
Progressed to leadership roles, managing broader categories and complex programs at Google.
✦ Head of Category Management
✦ Program Management
AI & Automation Advisory
Transitioned to advising AI-first companies, focusing on procurement automation and strategic partnerships.
✦ Procurement Automation
✦ Advisor
Future of Autonomous Procurement
Currently leading indirect procurement for a pioneering autonomous driving technology company.
✦ Indirect Procurement
✦ Autonomous Vehicles
💪🏻 Superpowers
AI Procurement Automation Pioneer
Driving efficiency and strategic value through cutting-edge technology.
✦ Advise AI-first procurement companies on strategic sourcing.
✦ Implement automation to streamline complex procurement processes.
✦ Leverage technology for enhanced supplier relationship management.
Cross-Functional Category Strategist
Orchestrating comprehensive category strategies across diverse industries.
✦ Managed direct and indirect spend categories for major tech firms.
✦ Developed and executed strategies in Retail, Automotive, and AI sectors.
✦ Proven success in complex stakeholder engagement and influencing.
Global Procurement Leader
Delivering impactful results with over 20 years of experience.
✦ Extensive experience at Google in category management and sourcing.
✦ Managed facilities, workplace programs, and logistics at scale.
✦ Proven track record in project and program management.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking to connect with innovators shaping the future of procurement technology.
✦ Looking to explore collaborations in AI-driven supply chain solutions.
✦ Eager to share insights and learn from peers in the strategic sourcing space.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic guidance on procurement automation for AI-first companies.
✦ Share best practices for managing complex direct and indirect spend categories.
✦ Provide insights into effective stakeholder management and supplier relationships.
I would love your help on
✦ Identify emerging trends in procurement technology and AI applications.
✦ Find potential collaborators for innovative supply chain projects.
✦ Discover startups focused on disrupting traditional procurement models.