MOHAMAD K. AKHTAR
Conroe
Summary
Results-driven Procurement & Contracts Management Executive with over 10 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and strategic procurement operations. A Marine Corps veteran with a proven ability to drive efficiency, risk mitigation, and cost reductions exceeding $7M annually. Expertise in federal and commercial contracting (FAR/DFARS), vendor negotiations, and high-stakes procurement across healthcare, IT, and government sectors. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring professionals, and optimizing supply chains to maximize ROI and operational success. Technically proficient in CLM tools, Power BI, Tableau, and Blockchain technologies to enhance procurement analytics and automation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contracts Manager – Information Technology
Sutter Health
Sacramento
07.2019 - Current
- Led enterprise-wide sourcing and contract lifecycle management for a $200M+ portfolio across IT, Revenue Cycle, Clinical Applications, Capital, and Purchase Services
- Negotiated complex contracts, achieving over $7M in cost savings in 2023 and an additional $1M through supplier dispute resolutions in 2024
- Developed strategic sourcing initiatives in collaboration with Senior Legal Counsel and C-suite leadership
- Mentored and trained procurement teams, increasing efficiency by 10% and improving supplier relationship management
- Spearheaded process automation efforts utilizing CLM tools, reducing contract cycle time by 20%
Strategic Sourcing Executive
Vizient Inc.
Irving
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Administered cradle-to-grave contract management for $8M+ in procurement projects across clinical and non-clinical services, IT, consulting, and facility management
- Negotiated high-value vendor contracts, increasing cost savings by 30% while enhancing service delivery
- Conducted comprehensive market research and supplier performance evaluations, resulting in more efficient procurement strategies
- Trained and mentored junior procurement professionals, improving throughput by 60%
Contract Specialist
Department of Veterans Affairs
Sacramento
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed federal procurement contracts valued between $150K–$15M, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS regulations
- Negotiated and administered government contracts, improving acquisition efficiency and supplier performance
- Provided leadership in federal contract lifecycle management, overseeing vendor negotiations and risk assessments
Firefighter & Procurement Specialist
United States Marine Corps
- Directed high-stakes procurement and supply chain operations, overseeing multi-million-dollar acquisitions under strict federal regulations (FAR/DFARS)
- Led strategic vendor negotiations, improving resource allocation efficiency and reducing procurement costs
- Served as a firefighter and emergency responder, managing crisis situations and training personnel in emergency preparedness
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Brandman University
Sacramento, CA05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Brandman University
Sacramento, CA05.2014
Skills
- Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
- Strategic Sourcing
- Procurement Negotiation
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Risk Assessment & Compliance
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Distributed Ledger Technologies & Blockchain
Certification
- Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) Level I, 2016
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Department of Veterans Affairs, 2015
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Department of Veterans Affairs, 2015
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), In Progress, [Year]
Mentorship And Leadership Development
- Dedicated 20+ hours per week outside of work mentoring procurement professionals and junior contract managers, fostering career development in strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
- Established structured mentorship programs that improved mentee career progression and team retention.
Military Service
United States Marine Corps, Firefighter & Procurement Specialist, [Years of Service], Directed high-stakes procurement and supply chain operations, overseeing multi-million-dollar acquisitions under strict federal regulations (FAR/DFARS)., Led strategic vendor negotiations, improving resource allocation efficiency and reducing procurement costs., Served as a firefighter and emergency responder, managing crisis situations and training personnel in emergency preparedness.
Timeline
Contracts Manager – Information Technology
Sutter Health
07.2019 - Current
Strategic Sourcing Executive
Vizient Inc.
01.2018 - 07.2019
Contract Specialist
Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2015 - 01.2018
Firefighter & Procurement Specialist
United States Marine Corps
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Brandman University
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Brandman University