Aastha Sharda
Mumbai
Summary
Procurement and import-export professional with 12 years of experience in sourcing nutrition ingredients and managing contracts. Demonstrated success in implementing cost-saving strategies while maintaining regulatory compliance. Organizational and communication skills support effective project management in dynamic environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Manager - Trade Compliance and Procurement`
Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd ( Abbott Nutrition )
Mumbai
01.2020 - Current
- Handling spend of approximately USD 12.9 million for Nutrition Category, overseeing 100+ ingredients.
- Conducting budget setting activities for raw materials, forecasting price trends and business impact.
- Optimizing costs of imported raw materials by developing detailed cost models.
- Implemented Supplier Relationship Management strategies to strengthen vendor partnerships.
- Managing internal and external audits to ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with global trade team for accurate classification of HS codes.
- Handling import and export operations for direct and indirect materials, including bond and reefer shipments.
- Coordinating with brand team for successful new project launches in India.
Assistant Manager- Trade Compliance
Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd ( Abbott Nutrition )
Mumbai
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed import/export processes to ensure compliance with local and international regulations.
- Executed end-to-end documentation for import/export, including Bills of Lading and invoices.
- Coordinated logistics operations with cross-functional teams to ensure timely material delivery.
- Handled regulatory issues related to FSSAI, ADC, and PQ for compliance.
- Maintained comprehensive oversight of export/import cycle to enhance efficiency.
- Facilitated collaboration between purchasing, production planning, technical operations, and QA departments.
Senior Executive Procurement
Mondelez India Foods Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Conducted negotiations with global vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions.
- Championed compliance for Capex, ensuring adherence to procurement policies during Mondelez negotiations.
- Managed regional requirements across AMEA to align strategies and optimize procurement processes.
- Oversaw global spending on chocolate molds, focusing on cost efficiency and vendor performance.
- Managed Capex projects for all newly launched SKUs in India, ensuring timely execution.
- Developed training content and directed training sessions for cross-functional teams to enhance skills.
- Established payment processes for Forex transactions to streamline financial operations.
Procurement Executive
Mondelez India Foods Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
03.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed end-to-end import processes for capital equipment valued at 180 crores, ensuring efficient customs clearance.
- Prepared nearly 600 purchase orders for process equipment, packaging, civil works, utilities, administrative needs, and safety media.
- Streamlined sourcing approval forms and communication of purchase orders in collaboration with legal team.
- Facilitated request for pricing via Ariba, obtained vendor quotations, and conducted comparative bid analysis.
- Negotiated effectively with vendors to secure favorable terms.
- Executed reverse auctions for various orders, achieving maximum savings.
Procurement Trainee
Mondelez India Foods Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Drive Inbound Supply Chain process along with key stake holders of Supply Chain.
- Following up for Order Confirmation, Shipment Details, Non- Negotiable Docs.
- Liaising with the internal stakeholders and ensuring prompt resolution of all issues related to the transactions.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Welingkar Institute of Management Development And Research
Mumbai11-2014
B.B.A/ B.M.S -
Mumbai University
Mumbai04-2012
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Trade compliance
- Project coordination
- Vendor negotiations
- Budget forecasting
- Cost modeling
- Stakeholder engagement
Certification
Diploma in Import & Exports
Languages
- English
- Marathi
- Hindi
Accomplishments
Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain -Global Employee of the year 2021 ( Keystone Award)
Timeline
Manager - Trade Compliance and Procurement`
Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd ( Abbott Nutrition )
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Manager- Trade Compliance
Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd ( Abbott Nutrition )
04.2018 - 12.2019
Senior Executive Procurement
Mondelez India Foods Pvt Ltd
07.2016 - 03.2018
Procurement Executive
Mondelez India Foods Pvt Ltd
03.2014 - 07.2016
Procurement Trainee
Mondelez India Foods Pvt Ltd
03.2013 - 03.2014
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Welingkar Institute of Management Development And Research
B.B.A/ B.M.S -
Mumbai University