VISA
Mano Manikkam , Senior Director ,
Head of Global Sourcing – APAC at VISA on the payment giant ’ s digital transformation and procurement pivot
Few functions have received more recognition in global organisations since 2020 than procurement . Alongside IT , procurement professionals have weathered the many storms produced by the pandemic and steered companies to safe harbours . More than one leading executive has said that procurement has cemented its position and proven its importance , while making CPOs the “ rock stars ” of the C-suite .
Mano Manikkam is far too humble to describe himself in such terms . Like so many procurement leaders , he seems more comfortable quietly getting on with his job , ensuring that the function stays in the shadows for all the right reasons .
On a visit to the UK from his base in Singapore , the Senior Director of Global Sourcing , Asia Pacific , Visa , takes time from his busy schedule to visit BizClik ’ s HQ in Norwich . This is worth mentioning as it speaks volumes about his modus operandi – he is on leave yet still makes the time to share the Visa success story as they navigated the procurement challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic , accelerated their digital transformation and all the while keeping a close eye on their suppliers and key partners .
122 February 2022