Shelton Leo Crasta
Global Vendor management specialist
Bangalore
Summary
I am a results-driven engineering professional with extensive experience in global vendor management and project management for people function. At A.P. Moller - Maersk, I have led strategic initiatives that optimized processes, reduced costs, and enhanced team capabilities. Demonstrated history of strengthening policies, procedures and key relationships with effective negotiation, project management and decision-making abilities. Effective at coordinating teams, documentation and resources to accomplish program objectives. Polished, professional and diplomatic in all interactions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Global Vendor Management Specialist - Talent Attraction & Acquisition
A.P. Moller - Maersk
Bengaluru
09.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: About A.P. Moller - Maersk | Maersk
- Initiated 'Project Optimize' to streamline global operations, resulting in a comprehensive Global Preferred Supplier List (PSL) of 27 partners.
- Deployed Service Mall for partner engagement, improving governance and timely payment remittance.
- Conducted performance and cost assessments, saving approximately USD 100K in APAC and LAM.
- Collaborated with the procurement team to develop long-term commercial plans, enhancing team capabilities.
- Forecasted budget ROFO and analyzed gaps to optimize spending.
- Implemented Workday Partner access for better data governance and clarity.
- Managed RFI and RFQ processes regionally, saving about USD 1 million.
- Reduced supplier usage from 4% to 0.1% globally in 2024.
- Conducted quarterly and half-yearly training for recruiters, leading to significant savings on job boards vs third supplier direct engagement (USD 2.6 million).
Vendor Management Specialist Talent Acquisition & Attraction
A.P. Moller - Maersk
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Assessed and improved processes for provisions, invoicing, and supplier onboarding.
- Established approval metrics for contract initiation, negotiation, and completion.
- Segregated suppliers by IT staffing, FTE hiring support, and employer branding.
- Managed rewards and benefits partners, enhancing efficiency and governance.
- Reduced supplier usage from 12% to 4% in the APAC region.
- Screened and cancelled pilfered invoices, saving up to USD 20K.
- Trimmed employer branding suppliers, saving approximately USD 12K.
Installation Manager
Homelane
Bengaluru
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Managed a team responsible for installation, including project managers, measurement executives, and site supervisors.
- Planned and scheduled installations, ensuring timely stakeholder communication.
- Intervened in projects deviating from plans and handled client escalations.
- Trained the team to focus on customer satisfaction, improving the Net Promoter Score to 8.2 from 6 in 4 months
Civil Engineer/Co-Founder
The Inside Story Design Studio
Mangalore
06.2015 - 12.2021
- Managed operations for construction and interior projects, conducting feasibility studies and project reviews.
- Prepared project schedules and ensured execution within cost and time norms.
- Supervised on-site activities, providing technical inputs and coordinating site management.
- Evaluated vendor performance to ensure adherence to specifications and timely material supply.
Jr Site Engineer
Emmanuel Constructions
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Acted as a technical adviser on construction sites, monitoring contract design documents.
- Managed day-to-day site activities, including labor supervision and quality control.
- Worked alongside PMC for desired drawings and site development.
- Conducted real estate sales in special scenarios.
Education
Executive Master in Business Administration - Leadership and Strategy, Operations and Supply Chain
SVKM's NMIMS
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined
NMAMIT-NITTE
06.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Leadership
Critical Thinking
Project Management
Vendor Management
Communication
Contract Management
Stake Holder Management
Critical Problem Solving
Team management
AI Driven Approach
Certification
Generative AI Foundations
Timeline
Generative AI Foundations
01-2025
Global Vendor Management Specialist - Talent Attraction & Acquisition
A.P. Moller - Maersk
09.2022 - Current
Vendor Management Specialist Talent Acquisition & Attraction
A.P. Moller - Maersk
09.2022 - 04.2023
Executive Master in Business Administration - Leadership and Strategy, Operations and Supply Chain
SVKM's NMIMS
05.2022 - 08.2023
Installation Manager
Homelane
01.2022 - 09.2022
Civil Engineer/Co-Founder
The Inside Story Design Studio
06.2015 - 12.2021
Jr Site Engineer
Emmanuel Constructions
06.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined
NMAMIT-NITTE
06.2010 - 05.2014