Sanchari Konar
Bengaluru
Summary
Self-driven professional with over 9 years of cumulative experience in third-party risk management and operations across the banking, pharma, and financial regulatory sectors. Proficient in stakeholder management, conducting thorough end-to-end risk assessments of third-party vendors, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering strong customer relations. A collaborative team player known for translating vision into strategic initiatives that drive organizational success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Business Execution Consultant
Wells Fargo International Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
01.2025 - Current
- Worked as a primary business liaison and helped category managers fill the IRQ, created vendor profiles on Process Unity.
- Reviewed and approved new vendor onboarding requests, conducted reputational risk assessments, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) evaluations, as required.
- Conduct quality reviews of TPRM assessments to ensure alignment with internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align with quality standards, increasing consistency across assessments.
- Managed shared mailbox operations, ensuring timely and accurate handling of vendor queries and internal communications.
Senior TPRM Specialist
London Stock Exchange Group
Bengaluru
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Streamlined vendor onboarding by facilitating stakeholder collaboration to complete inherent risk questionnaires.
- Coordinated with diverse approvers to enhance vendor onboarding process from a risk perspective.
- Conducted thorough due diligence reviews of third-party responses against internal standards.
- Applied methodical controls to deliver accurate risk ratings and insights during evaluations.
- Proactively identified and escalated gaps from reviews, documenting issues comprehensively.
- Developed action plans with clear timelines and accountable stakeholders for continuous improvement.
- Forged strategic partnerships with risk SMEs across 10 areas to ensure consistent risk assessment application.
- Aligned risk management processes with organizational policies to enhance governance effectiveness.
TPRM, Specialist
Novartis Healthcare pvt.ltd
Hyderabad
04.2019 - 09.2023
- Orchestrated end-to-end vendor onboarding processes, collaborating closely with process owners and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with stringent risk areas such as ISRMDP, Anti-Bribery, Labor Rights, Health Safety & Environment, and Contractor Safety.
- Spearheaded the training and mentorship of over 100 stakeholders, enhancing their proficiency in Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) processes and updates, thus fortifying organizational resilience.
- Directed virtual desk reviews (audits) on vendors, leveraging advanced coordination skills to ensure a thorough assessment of risk factors and compliance adherence.
- Conducted routine compliance assessments and meticulous analysis of supplier data, safeguarding organizational integrity by identifying and rectifying any potential risk or compliance gaps.
- Championed enterprise-wide risk management initiatives, fostering a culture of proactive risk mitigation by implementing robust policies and procedures.
- Served as the primary point of contact within the global support help-desk team, providing timely assistance and expert guidance to stakeholders worldwide, thus facilitating smooth operations and compliance resolution.
- Led the Global Remediation Project, conceptualizing and executing a streamlined process that assessed over 50,000 vendors for compliance gaps within the Novartis database, effectively addressing non-compliance issues and reporting directly to global leadership.
- Conducted comprehensive testing on Proton for Ariba SLP implementation, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of risk management systems.
- Developed and maintained dashboards for streamlined reporting, providing stakeholders with real-time insights into risk assessment and mitigation efforts.
- Implemented continuous screening and monitoring protocols for third parties, proactively identifying and addressing adverse alerts to mitigate potential risks in a dynamic environment.
Process Associate
Genpact
Hyderabad
12.2017 - 04.2019
- Functioned as a Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Analyst and Sourcing and Quality Assurance Specialist for an esteemed client, UNILEVER, facilitating seamless collaboration among suppliers, procurement managers, auditors, client service consultants, and international assignment consultants to optimize business procurement processes.
- Facilitated cohesive communication and collaboration between diverse stakeholders, proactively addressing critical issues and providing guidance to suppliers on adherence to company policies, thus ensuring alignment with rigorous risk management standards.
- Proactively identified and rectified process inefficiencies to streamline procedures, enhance workflow efficiency, and drive sustainable business growth, thereby fortifying organizational resilience in the face of evolving risk landscapes.
Customer Support Officer
Axis Bank Ltd.
Kolkata
11.2015 - 05.2017
- Proficient in addressing diverse customer queries about account management and effectively conveying information on a wide array of banking products including Internet Banking, Cheque Book issuance, Debit and Credit Cards, Loans, and Mutual Funds, both through telephone interactions and in-person consultations at the bank.
- Demonstrated exceptional aptitude as a bank teller, managing substantial cash inflows with precision and professionalism, particularly during the challenging period of demonetization, showcasing resilience and operational acumen in high-pressure scenarios.
- Cultivated a robust network of local business contacts to enhance the bank's outreach and promote its suite of products and services, thereby contributing to the expansion of the customer base and bolstering revenue streams.
Education
Master of Science - Molecular Biology & Genetics
Presidency University
Kolkata04-2014
Bachelor of Science - Zoology Honors
Calcutta University
Kolkata03-2012
Skills
- Vendor management and auditing
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Collaborative problem solving
- Risk mitigation and remediation
- Third-party risk management (TPRM)
- Excel proficiency
- MetricStream expertise
- ServiceNow knowledge
- Active listening skills
- Team collaboration
- Process improvement
- Compliance evaluation
Certification
- ISO27001:2022 Lead Auditor
- iso 31000 Lead Risk Manager
- Excel: Dashboard for Beginners, LinkedIn Learning
- Information Systems Auditing, Control & Assurance, Coursera, July 2023
- Google Cybersecurity Professional certificate, Coursera, July 2023
Languages
English, Hindi, Bengali
Hobbies and Interests
Travelling, Photography, Social Media Content Creation, Indoor gardening, Doodling, Social services for stray dogs
Extracurricular Activities
Toastmasters International Club, Treasurer, Hyderabad, April 2023 — September 2023 Responsible for managing the club's financial health. The primary responsibilities involve handling the club's finances, including the collection of club dues and the payment of all bills. Twice annually, the Treasurer must notify members of dues collection and then collect club dues from each member.
Languages
English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Bengali
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Senior Business Execution Consultant
Wells Fargo International Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
01.2025 - Current
Senior TPRM Specialist
London Stock Exchange Group
09.2023 - 12.2024
TPRM, Specialist
Novartis Healthcare pvt.ltd
04.2019 - 09.2023
Process Associate
Genpact
12.2017 - 04.2019
Customer Support Officer
Axis Bank Ltd.
11.2015 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Molecular Biology & Genetics
Presidency University
Bachelor of Science - Zoology Honors
Calcutta University
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