Ashish Kumar

Ashish Kumar is a seasoned professional in procurement and supply chain management, currently serving as Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Contracts at CARE India since August 2019. In this role, Ashish is responsible for the procurement of goods and services, focusing on strategic program planning for Public Private Partnership projects aimed at enhancing public health systems. Previous experience includes serving as General Manager at the Bureau of Pharma Public Sector Undertakings of India, where Ashish oversaw procurement and supply chain management for generic drugs and surgical items, and as National Procurement and Logistics Coordinator at the National AIDS Control Organization, managing national procurement activities across all states. Ashish's extensive background includes roles at Fujifilm India Pvt. Ltd., Luxottica, and various retail companies, complemented by a robust academic foundation in health management, procurement, logistics, and information technology.