Binod Kumar

Binod Kumar has over 16 years of extensive experience in procurement and sourcing, having held significant positions at leading companies. At AkzoNobel from November 2012 to November 2022, Binod served as Regional Category Sourcing Manager for South Asia, overseeing a Euro 65 million budget for the Additive - Minerals category and implementing global sourcing strategies aligned with company objectives. Prior to this role, Binod worked as Procurement Manager for Paints & Coatings and Regional Indirect Sourcing Manager for South East South Asia Oceania. At Max Life Insurance Company Limited from November 2008 to November 2012, Binod held the position of Deputy Manager, managing procurement for marketing and professional services and ensuring compliance in sourcing processes. Earlier experience includes an Assistant Manager role at Barista Coffee Company Limited, focusing on Capex sourcing and inventory management. Binod holds an Executive Post Graduate Diploma in International Business from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade and an M.B.A. in Marketing and Finance from Dayalbagh Educational Institute.