Ruji Akhtar Mahmud

Cpo/ Head Of Global Procurement at Valneva

Ruji Akhtar Mahmud is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience spanning multiple sectors, currently serving as the Chief Procurement Officer and Head of Global Procurement at Valneva since January 2025. With a strong focus on transforming procurement operations into cohesive and data-driven functions, Ruji has a proven track record of driving cost savings and enhancing operational efficiency. Previous roles include Head of Procurement Strategy, Transformation & Operations at GE HealthCare, and Vice President of Procurement Strategy & Portfolio Management at Bayer, where strategic initiatives led to significant cost reductions and stakeholder alignment. A background in leading large, diverse teams is complemented by key achievements at leading organizations such as Johnson Matthey, AstraZeneca, and DSM, where Ruji spearheaded transformative procurement strategies, operational excellence, and governance models. Educational credentials include a specialization in Strategy from Harvard Business School Online and a postgraduate degree in Business Management from Oxford Brookes University.

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