Santano Faria

Santano Faria is an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in managing various procurement categories, including IT, software, hardware, and professional services. Currently serving as Global Procurement Manager at SHL since January 2022, Santano previously held multiple roles at Qatar Airways, culminating in the position of Assistant Procurement and Supply Chain Manager, where significant cost savings of USD 15 million were achieved through contract re-negotiations. Santano's career also includes roles at Albéa Group, Syngenta, Pentair, and Gate Gourmet, demonstrating a consistent track record of reducing costs, enhancing supplier relationships, and improving operational efficiencies. Academic credentials include an MBA focused on Finance, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management from Goa University, along with a Post Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management from Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning.