Professional Overview
Orkend Tar is a seasoned procurement and sourcing professional with over 15 years of experience driving strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing supply chain operations across multiple industries. As the Senior Indirect Buyer at Trivium Packaging, he leverages his deep expertise in indirect spend categories to deliver significant cost savings and operational efficiencies for the global metal packaging leader.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role as Senior Indirect Buyer at Trivium Packaging, Orkend is responsible for managing the procurement of indirect materials and services, including IT, facilities, MRO, and marketing-related spend. He collaborates cross-functionally to identify cost-saving opportunities, negotiate favorable contract terms, and implement strategic sourcing programs that enhance the organization's competitive advantage. Orkend's results-oriented approach and strong stakeholder management skills have enabled him to deliver over €2.5M in annual savings for Trivium Packaging.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Trivium Packaging, Orkend held various sourcing and procurement roles at leading multinational organizations. As a Sourcing Analyst at Tata Consultancy Services, he provided strategic advisory services to clients, helping them optimize their indirect spend categories and drive process improvements. During his tenure at IBM, Orkend progressed through increasingly responsible positions, including Multicommodity Sourcing Buyer and MarCom & Printing Sourcing Buyer, where he successfully managed supplier relationships and implemented centralized procurement strategies across diverse regions.
Academic Background
Orkend holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the Corvinus University of Budapest, where he graduated with distinction. He has also completed specialized training in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management, further enhancing his expertise in the procurement field.
Areas of Expertise
- Indirect spend management (IT, facilities, MRO, marketing)
- Strategic sourcing and contract negotiation
- Procurement process optimization and automation
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
- Supplier relationship management and risk mitigation
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Orkend has demonstrated a proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and operational improvements for his employers. Notable achievements include:
- Implemented a centralized procurement model for IBM's CEEMEA region, resulting in over €12M in annual savings
- Streamlined the MarCom and Printing procurement processes at IBM, enabling a 25% reduction in spend and a 20% decrease in supplier base
- Developed and executed a strategic sourcing strategy for Trivium Packaging's indirect spend categories, delivering €2.5M in annual cost savings
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong analytical skills, and strategic mindset, Orkend Tar is a valuable asset to Trivium Packaging's procurement team. He is committed to driving continuous improvement and delivering exceptional results that positively impact the organization's bottom line. Orkend's deep expertise and proven track record position him as a trusted partner in optimizing supply chain operations and enhancing overall business performance.
