Professional Role and Responsibilities
Dr. Gaurav Bhardwaj currently holds the position of Regional Vice President of Sales, Asia at Coupa Software, a role he has been serving in since May 2020. In this capacity, he is responsible for the Spend Management and Supply Chain solutions within the Asia region. His remit includes driving sales growth and managing a regional sales organization focused on Coupa’s AI-driven Spend Management platform.
Work Experience and Career Background
Dr. Bhardwaj brings over 23 years of experience in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and sales leadership, with a career trajectory spanning significant roles in global technology and supply chain organizations. Prior to his tenure at Coupa, he held multiple senior sales leadership positions at Oracle for approximately nine years, where he managed SCM business operations across ASEAN markets. He also has experience from earlier roles at companies including Bristlecone, Tata Motors, and Qualys, specializing in strategic alliances, public cloud management, and supply chain technology.
Geographic and Market Expertise
Based in Singapore, Dr. Bhardwaj’s professional operations are centered on the Asia-Pacific region. His long-standing involvement with the ASEAN market and regional supply chain ecosystems underscores his deep understanding of regional dynamics, regulatory landscapes, and cross-border spend management challenges faced by enterprises in Asia.
Education and Academic Credentials
He holds advanced academic qualifications, having completed his PhD at IIT Roorkee in 2023, with a focus in computer science and engineering domains. His technical expertise complements his sales and supply chain management experience. Additionally, he has an academic background from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), which supports his holistic understanding of both technological and supply chain aspects.
Recognition and Notable Achievements
- Recently awarded the 'Elite Manager' award within Coupa Software, reflecting outstanding managerial and leadership performance.
- Known for a strong commitment to leveraging AI and technology innovations in the supply chain domain, as illustrated by his involvement in AI-enabled therapeutic design research outside of his corporate responsibilities.
- Publicly acknowledged for having built significant partnerships and contributed to Coupa’s success in the Asia region, including collaborations reflected in engagements like the June 2025 partnership between Coupa Software and iCE Consulting.
Communication and Contact Details
- Professional email contacts include: gaurav.bhardwaj@coupa.com and a personal email address gaurav.bhardwaj1979@gmail.com.
- Contactable via phone with a Singapore dialing code prefix +65.
Additional Relevant Professional Engagements
- Dr. Bhardwaj has actively contributed to industry and thought leadership fora, including participation in events such as the Indiaspora Forum For Good, which gathers global Indian diaspora leaders and Fortune 500 executives to address emerging global challenges.
- Although primarily focused on sales and supply chain technology, he also engages with scientific communities, evidenced by his presence in academic events related to AI-enabled peptide therapeutics (notably a 2025 Genome Sciences public lecture).
This profile reflects Dr. Gaurav Bhardwaj as a highly experienced, regionally focused sales leader with deep expertise in supply chain technology, AI-driven spend management solutions, and robust cross-sector experience. His educational background and recognition within Coupa enhance his credentials as a strategic sales executive capable of navigating complex markets in Asia.
