Upendra Brahme

Upendra Brahme has extensive experience in supply chain management and strategic sourcing, holding significant roles at prominent companies such as Facebook, Google, Infinera Corporation, and Oracle. As a Network Hardware Sourcing Manager at Facebook, Upendra produced a comprehensive heat map for contract terms and leveraged network data to negotiate service rates. At Google, the current position is Supply Chain Group Lead focusing on semiconductor operations. Previous experience at Infinera involved achieving cost reductions and improving supplier relations. In prior roles at Oracle, Upendra decreased test times and partnered with engineering teams on significant customer orders. Education includes a Master of Science in Physics from Kansas State University, an MBA from San Jose State University, and a degree in Ceramic Sciences and Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.