Strategic Procurement Consulting
Contract Strategy · Vendor Governance · Commercial Turnarounds
We deliver fast, measurable procurement improvement for organisations in transition, scaling, or commercial complexity — without the overhead of a full-time hire.
€100M+Contracts Renegotiated
26 yrsIndustry Experience
EU-wideRemote & Hybrid
Sandugash Sembinova
Strategic Procurement & Vendor Governance | 26+ years across Oil & Gas, Finance, Tech
What your organisation gets:
- A procurement framework that reduces vendor risk and unlocks cost savings within 90 days
- Contract redesign and renegotiation that protects your commercial position
- Supplier rationalisation that cuts complexity without cutting value
- Interim leadership (3–6 months) to cover gaps or drive transformation
- Training that makes your team self-sufficient — not dependent on consultants
Engagements include: Glencore/Viterra (Swiss vendor carve-outs) · ENI/KPO/KazMinerals (oil & gas contract frameworks) · Shell/Intertrust/Essentium (procurement governance redesign)
Available: 2–3 days/week · Remote or hybrid · EU-wide
OUR CONSULTING EXPERTISE
Procurement Transformation
We implement strategies that streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs. Our approach ensures your procurement processes are agile and future-ready
Vendor&Supplier Management
Build strong relationships with suppliers, optimize performance, and mitigate risks. We help you create a robust supplier network that drives value.
Full Contractual Lifecycle
From drafting contracts to overseeing compliance and performance, we guide you through every stage of the contractual lifecycle.
Freelance & Interim Availability
Currently available for remote / hybrid freelance projects (2–3 days per week) across EU.
- Procurement & Contract Advisory (short-term support)
- Vendor Governance & Compliance
- Interim Procurement Leadership (3–6 months)
Why Choose Us?
With years of experience working with international companies, startups, and universities, we bring a unique blend of expertise and innovation to every project. Our approach is tailored to your needs, ensuring measurable results and long-term success.
Proven track record with global clients.
Customized solutions for startups and corporations.
Focus on efficiency, growth, and innovation.
Trusted By Leading Organizations
Let’s Start With a Free 30-Minute Call
Describe your challenge. We’ll tell you honestly whether and how we can help — no sales pitch, no commitment.
Consulting & Advisory Services
From vendor governance to contract transformation — choose the support your business needs.
Procurement Strategy Sprint
3 days – €2,100
- Category map + spend overview
- Quick-win recommendations
- 1:1 strategy session
Vendor Governance Framework
5 days – €3,250
- Vendor segmentation model
- KPI dashboard
- Governance policy template
Contract Audit & Redesign
€1,500 fixed
- Audit of up to 5 contracts
- Red flag report & recommendations
- Optional clause library
Negotiation Coaching for Procurement Teams
1 day – €950
- Real-life case coaching
- Power mapping & scripts
- Deal rehearsal
Corporate Training Workshops
€1,500–1,800 per module
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Negotiating with Suppliers
- Strategic Sourcing Fundamentals
Add-on Services
- Contract Template Customization → from €500
- ERP Implementation Support → from €750/day
- Procurement Interviews & Talent Coaching → from €600
Ready to improve your vendor performance or contract efficiency?
Let’s start with a free 30-minute intro call.
📩 Contact: sandugash@steppebystep.com
What they say: people who worked with us
Sandugash has travelled around the world and brings a lot of experience from different organizations. This results in a lot of knowledge which she likes to share with the people around her.Dealing with highly changing environments she knows how to keep her head cool and keep oversight, while always being herself. She is a real gain to
every team.
Essentium BV
I have come to know Sandugash during our mutual employment at InterTrustGroup. I have yet to meet another procurement specialist with the same knowledge and relentless will to get to the bottom of things as Sandugash.
CTO, AI
Sandugash has done an excellent job at Glencore Agriculture to help us establish our IT contracts portfolio as we separated the business from the holding company, so in quite a hectic environment. She was very professional, tough yet fair, and certainly a pleasure to work with. I loved working with Sandugash and wholeheartedly recommend her.
Interim, CIO
Sandugash assisted us during the submission phase of a proposal for a funded project, and we genuinely appreciate her invaluable guidance. Her dedication and insightful feedback on our proposal have been truly exceptional. I am incredibly grateful for her expertise and support, which have significantly influenced my professional growth and development.
Director of Operations and Finance
We have had the privilege of participating in a high-quality mentoring experience with Sandugash. Her qualifications are truly impressive, supported by extensive expertise in this specialized field. We are deeply appreciative of the opportunity to collaborate with her and benefit from her guidance. Sandugash provided valuable insights and assistance in navigating the intricacies of contracts. Her advice is invaluable, and we hope to successfully implement it in our future contractual endeavors.
STARTUP FOUNDERS
I wanted to thank you for the lessons and sessions we had. I am very thankful for all the effort you put in to help us and make it as personalized as possible. I felt like I was heard and understood and I believe this is the best we as students can have. I feel confident that following the steps you taught us we can start our professional career and find a suitable job for ourselves. I have never seen such a devoted lecturer and I wish you all the best in the future. Thank you!!!
University Student