Ingram Micro Promotes Sanjib Sahoo to President of Global Platform Group

Ingram Micro Holding Corporation, a leader in the global technology ecosystem, has announced the promotion of Sanjib Sahoo to President of its Global Platform Group. A recognized business and digital leader, Sahoo will drive the company’s vision to evolve into a premier business-to-business (B2B) platform company.

Sahoo will continue to oversee the development and deployment of Xvantage™, Ingram Micro’s patent-pending B2B technology platform. This innovative platform and operating model aim to simplify interactions between customers and vendors, creating more value and efficiency.

“Ingram Micro has transformed into a disruptive leader and digital force within the global technology industry,” said Paul Bay, CEO of Ingram Micro. “I’m pleased to announce Sanjib’s appointment as President of our Global Platform Group. He is a proven strategist and digital innovator whose leadership will accelerate our vision of reinventing the B2B customer experience through Xvantage.”

A Visionary Leader in Tech Innovation

Originally from Kolkata, Sahoo has carved out a significant presence in Silicon Valley, earning a reputation as an Indian-American visionary. He has spearheaded numerous groundbreaking digital transformation initiatives, blending technical expertise with business insight to shape the future of global technology distribution.

A Harvard Business School alumnus, Sahoo’s achievements have earned him several industry accolades, including the Trendsetter of the Industry award at the India 2030 Leadership Conclave, the Bharat Samman Award, and ASIAOne Person of the Year. The Economic Times also recognized him as a Global Icon for Technology.

Since joining Ingram Micro in 2021 as Executive Vice President of Global Technology and Chief Digital Officer, Sahoo has led the development of Xvantage. This AI-driven business platform allows Ingram Micro employees, customers, and vendor partners to interact in real time, exchange data, and gain actionable insights. By streamlining B2B transactions, Xvantage has significantly improved the digital experience within the industry.

In 2022, Xvantage marked a turning point for Ingram Micro, with its platform featuring 29 million lines of code, 20 intelligent engines, and 30 patents pending. Now operational in 16 countries, Xvantage has shifted the tech industry’s focus from transactional processes to interactive, data-driven decision-making.

“Sanjib’s vision for Xvantage has redefined how we deliver value to the global tech industry,” added Bay. “With his leadership, Ingram Micro is transitioning from a 45-year-old distribution leader to a pioneering global B2B platform company.”

Driving Growth and Innovation

As President of the Global Platform Group, Sahoo will spearhead platform strategy, development, and global growth initiatives. He will oversee key leadership teams, collaborate with regional Presidents and Chief Country Executives, and drive Ingram Micro’s transformation metrics.

“I’m honored to lead our journey toward a platform-first model, transforming Ingram Micro from a distributor into a platform ecosystem company,” said Sahoo. “Xvantage empowers our customers and vendors to work faster and smarter. I look forward to driving innovation and expanding our impact on the global tech industry through this AI-powered digital platform.”