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
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
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