Raj Bhalla

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About Raj Bhalla

I help firms dramatically reduce the Total Cost of Ownership, gain competitive advantage, and manage risk. My approach is to partner with stakeholders to identify and realize untapped opportunities. I’ve delivered EBITDA in excess of $700 million to date, through major transformations across complex, global companies. From serving in both line and consulting leadership roles, I've gained pragmatic expertise to deliver and hard wire improvements. My industry experience includes technology, consumer products, private equity, consulting, manufacturing, services, and durable goods. How I add value to companies: Procurement Transformation: change leadership that drives sustainable profits * Instituted “turnaround mentality” in a $5B technology firm, driving $130M savings in one year * Implemented a cross-portfolio program for a $2B private equity firm to save $106M Thought Leader + Collaborator: creating value-based partnerships * Built stakeholder commitment by aligning strategies and delivering insights and savings * Built world-class procurement consulting practice for a top-tier consulting firm Talent Developer: building highly motivated and capable teams * Restructured procurement to drive strategic, higher-value activities * Trained, empowered, and motivated staff - several mentees promoted to VP level * Built cultures based on value delivery, customer satisfaction, teamwork and integrity