Shweta Deshmukh

ü Spearheading procurement for a direct raw material portfolio valued at ₹650–700 Cr, encompassing 50+ organic and inorganic chemical products including petrochemicals (Aniline, Acetone, Nitrobenzene, MIBK), amines (Morpholine, Cyclohexyl Amine, DNBA, TBA), solvents, and specialty additives and indirect spend of 80 Cr of services & MRO items

ü Managing end-to-end sourcing operations, including imports worth ₹350–400 Cr, handling import licensing, customs clearance, international logistics, vendor coordination, warehousing, and last-mile delivery to ensure seamless supply chain operations.

ü Driving strategic sourcing and procurement planning aligned with company policies to ensure cost-efficiency, supply continuity, and sustainable growth.

ü Leading supplier relationship management, including new vendor development, contract negotiations, and performance evaluations to optimize supply base and mitigate procurement risks

ü Utilizing Spend analysis and Kraljic Matrix for strategic segmentation of categories and subcategories, enabling data- driven decision-making and tailored procurement strategies across risk and value quadrant

ü Developing and executing effective sourcing strategies to identify profitable suppliers, initiate long-term partnerships, and drive value across procurement functions.

ü Leading vendor negotiations to secure favorable commercial and contractual terms, ensuring alignment with business goals and cost efficiency.

ü Actively engaged in cross-functional stakeholder meetings to gather insights, address procurement-related challenges, and deliver customized solutions that support operational and strategic objectives

ü Accountable for end-to-end finalization of service contracts including AMC, CMC, ARC, and manpower agreements, aligned with corporate procurement policies and compliance standards

ü Managed contracts for equipment maintenance, facility management, logistics, and other critical services, ensuring operational continuity, cost optimization, and vendor performance

ü Key role in negotiation, documentation, and execution of service-level agreements (SLAs) to uphold service quality and minimize downtime across functions

Other Responsibilities

ü Member of digitization team for taking care of all the IT requirement of the department – currently working on Vendor Portal

ü Keeping tab over all the compliances, import policy/ Advance authorization utilization/BIS/CIB etc.

ü Chairperson for POSH- Internal Committee of the organization

ü Department MR for IMS/IATF & Customer Audit

Highlights

Ø Developed indigenous supplier base to strategically reduce dependency on China/imports, resulting in cost savings of

₹12 Cr (2%) across key raw materials, also working on import substitution projects for few more material is in pipeline.

Ø Changed payment terms from LC to DA for 50% of supplier in last two years & Negotiated extended credit periods, increasing the average credit cycle from 65 to 75 days within the category, contributing to better cash flow and reduced financial pressure on operations.

Ø DPD-CFS clearance – Successfully registered Nocil under the DPD-CFS facility, enabling faster customs clearance and improved logistics efficiency & achieved annual cost savings of ₹25 lakhs through reduced demurrage, handling time, and improved turnaround in import operations.

Ø Aligned procurement practices with ISO 20400 standards for sustainable procurement, focusing on environmental responsibility, ethical sourcing, and long-term value creation across the supply chain.

ü Oversaw a procurement portfolio worth ₹100 Cr, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, supply continuity, and alignment with production requirements

ü Managed inbound logistics for Styrene Monomer, ensuring safe and efficient transportation from port to plant, while coordinating closely with port authorities, transporters, and internal stakeholders.

ü Monitored global raw material input costs (Crude, Naphtha, Ethylene, Benzene, Butadiene) to support sourcing decisions, optimize procurement timing, and mitigate price volatility risks.

ü Liaise with Bank, Excise, Customs, DGFT, MPCB, BPT and other Govt. authorities for India Operations

ü Demurrage claims settlement (bulk shipments).

Highlights

Ø Project – PROCESS MAPPING - Rectifying current process loopholes & streamlining processes in procurement and commercial operations.

Ø Inventory Control – One & half day reduction in safety stock by restructuring RM requirement, redefining lead time & analyzing production accuracy.

ü Maintain, manage & monitor all the supply chain activities for the category.

ü Handled end-to-end procurement (domestic & international) of raw materials including emulsions, resins, acids, peroxides, Petro-products, and resin bases, ensuring timely availability for uninterrupted production.

ü Generated RM coverage report and monitored stock levels to maintain optimal inventory, prevent stock-outs, and support production planning. Led inventory control across plants, including tracking of overhead activities like detentions and plant transfers, ensuring cost-effective movement of materials

ü Executed corrective and preventive actions in case of quality issues or rejections, collaborating with production and QA teams to resolve root causes

ü Monitored delivery performance, maintained a high vendor score, and ensured procurement from a cost-optimized supplier mix & ensured timely deployment of materials to processing centers, reducing SKU variances and preventing production delays.

ü Supported backend procurement operations such as debit/credit note processing, vendor performance reporting, purchase efficiency analysis, and expected consumption tracking

ü Coordinated customs clearance within free days, avoiding detention charges and ensuring smooth dispatch to the respective plants

ü Handled slow-moving inventory through active stakeholder follow-ups to repurpose, consume, or dispose of inactive stock. Managed rejected materials by initiating sale orders to vendors or scraping through central procedures.

ü Oversaw vendor coordination, ensuring timely documentation, certification compliance, and payment resolution.

Highlights

Ø Received Letters of Commendation (FY 2011–12 & 2012–13) at the AGM of Asian Paints Ltd for the successful implementation of a pan-India project on road permit/waybill reconciliation. Automated the entire process through SAP, streamlining compliance and documentation workflows; rolled out in Phase 1 across all APL plants and in Phase 2 across all OPCs, significantly improving operational efficiency and audit readiness.

Ø Conceptualized and developed the “Purchase Workbench” portal — a centralized digital platform designed to consolidate all procurement activities, enabling real-time monitoring, data analysis, and resolution of critical purchase- related issues.

Ø Developed Credit & Debit note workflow – End to end portal for raising CN/DN and linkage to SAP.