Shruthi C
Sourcing And Category Sr. Analyst
Bengaluru
Summary
Versatile and purposeful professional with over 11 years of experience across Procurement, Finance, and Accounts Payable. Demonstrated expertise in Procure to Pay, Accounts Payable, Order2Cash with a strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes and financial & operational governance. Adept at working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to align procurement, finance & operations with organizational goals. Recognized for a meticulous, analytical mindset and an initiative-taking approach to process improvement and risk mitigation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Sourcing and Category Enablement Sr. Analyst
Supplier Assure
06.2014 - Current
- Review and analyses contracts (MSA, Order Forms, SOWs, Change Orders) and create Purchase Orders in Ariba.
- Validate supplier invoices and coordinate timely payment processing.
- Ensure on-time invoice processing and payment delivery to suppliers.
- Maintain and update financial and invoice trackers (POs, invoices, contracts, renewal dates) for governance reporting.
- Perform monthly chargebacks to ensure accurate allocation of funds to the correct WBSE.
- Coordinate with the Client Financial Manager to ensure annual accruals are recorded for expected post-year-end invoices.
- Validate Contractually Required Deliverables (CRDs) including SLA, BCP, Penetration Tests, SOC reports, and Insurance Certificates.
- Conduct risk and compliance activities such as Business Intermediary checks, Supplier Security Assessments, and Financial Due Diligence.
- Create supplier dashboards and scorecards monthly.
- Participate in governance meetings (Supplier Management meetings, Confab, QBRs) to identify gaps and drive process improvements.
- Managed supplier and stakeholder satisfaction surveys to assess service quality, gather feedback, and support continuous improvement initiatives for both suppliers and business users.
- Created Standard Work Instructions (SWI) and end-to-end process flow documentation to provide clear operational guidance and improve process transparency.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - correspondence
Symbiosis University
Pune, Maharashtra12.2025
Diploma - EEE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
Impact Polytechnic
Bengaluru, Karnataka06.2009
Skills
Procurement
Finance
Sourcing & Category Management
Vendor Onboarding
Team Management
Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
Time Management & Prioritization
Adaptability & Flexibility
Attention to Detail & Accuracy
Data Analytics, Excel, PowerPoint & Power BI presentations
SAP Ariba
Fieldglass
Guided BuyNow
Coupa
DFM
Rapid Ratings
Supplier HUB / True Supplier Marketplace
BOT – Balance of Trade (spend & revenue analysis)
Accomplishments
- Transformation: Conducted regular audits of calls and tickets to enhance process quality, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement.
- Recognition: Trusted with additional responsibilities as a trainer, delivering process knowledge sessions to new joiners and supplier managers.
- Leadership: Successfully led a team of 5+ members with zero escalations or attrition and completed the Emerging Leaders Program.
- Excellence: Honored with multiple prestigious awards across various clients and projects for consistently delivering high performance.
Interests
Hobbies: Listening to music, watching movies and travelling
Timeline
Sourcing and Category Enablement Sr. Analyst
Supplier Assure
06.2014 - Current
Diploma - EEE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
Impact Polytechnic
Bachelor of Commerce - correspondence
Symbiosis University