UAE-based Logistics Giant, DP World Appoints VP of Engineering in a Purple Quarter-led Search
Leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, DP World has onboarded Ex-Amazon Techie, Sangam Reddy as the Vice President of Engineering. Purple Quarter, a Global Bespoke CTO Search Firm was instrumental in closing the leadership mandate.
Pradeep Desai, Chief Technology Officer, DP World commented on the appointment, “We are delighted to welcome Sangam Reddy to the team. As Global Vice President of Engineering, Sangam Reddy will be responsible for Market Access, E-Commerce, Trade Finance and Data chain solutions. I am confident that with his immense knowledge and expertise, he will help align our tech and business goals. Purple Quarter has been crucial in hiring the best leader match for us; thank you to the entire team for their consolidated efforts on each step.”
Dubai headquartered, DP World started off as a local port operator, shifted focus to being a regional port operator and gradually became the leading global port operator. Today, DP World focuses on becoming a supply chain solutions provider worldwide. With a vision to “disrupt world trade and create the smartest, most efficient and innovative solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies, and the planet,” DP World sought a seasoned techie for its versatile tech team.
Together with DP World, Purple Quarter worked closely to map and locate the best-fit technologist for the role. It was imperative to have someone with detailed knowledge and technical know-how. Sangam Reddy comes with over 25 years of robust industry experience. In the course of his career, the erstwhile Amazon leader has also been associated with JPMorgan Chase, Deloitte, and Infosys.
“Thanks to the Purple Quarter team for presenting with this interesting opportunity. I am excited to leverage my experience and contribute to the vast and high-value supply chain industry together with the team. My primary focus at DP World will be to drive an end-to-end technology roadmap, strengthen the technical infrastructure and manage the company’s overall core technology. Right from role understanding, company vision to market analysis, Purple Quarter’s support throughout processes is quite unmatched,” shared Sangam Reddy on his joining.
Purple Quarter’s unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek and more.
About Purple Quarter
Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter’s unmatched position.
About DP World
We are a leading provider of supply-chain solutions, we help trade flow across the globe. Our global network spans across 350 business units in 75 countries, made up of logistics terminals, marine services, ports and economic zones.
We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create innovative trade solutions while ensuring a positive impact on economies, societies and our planet.
Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees are committed to bringing every customer and partner unrivalled value. We do this by building and growing long-lasting relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders.
