Ghazala Ilyas

Ghazala Ilyas is a seasoned senior procurement/commercial professional who has built a strong reputation in strategic sourcing, outsourcing, and supplier management within both public and private sectors. With a hands-on approach, Ghazala has successfully overseen high-profile projects, consistently delivering results ahead of schedule and within budget, leading to substantial cost savings in the millions and the establishment of sustainable processes. Praised for exceptional interpersonal skills, Ghazala can adeptly engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, while also excelling in managing and developing top-performing cross-functional teams to achieve and surpass objectives. Ghazala's core specialties include complex high-value negotiations, sourcing transformation programs, strategic supplier relationship management initiatives, offshore and nearshore outsourcing, as well as business case development and execution focusing on Cost Of Ownership (COO) and Return On Investment (ROI).