SHWETA IYER
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic ESG & Sustainability Professional with a proven track record across Industries, enhancing sustainability practices and fostering innovation across supply chains, having more than decade of experience in core garment manufacturing,consulting,retail corporate responsibility and sustainability advisory and verification/assurance.
Expert Strategic planning and sustainability reporting alignment. I've driven service-driven sales growth and cross-functional collaborations, increasing client engagement by 50% bring in high order value projects and related discussion on deliveries having managed multiple projects on CDP,ESG Strategy,GHG Accounting and various Training Programs. Skilled in Power BI and solution selling, I excel in transforming environmental challenges into business opportunities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESG & Sustainability Services & Sales Manager
TUV SUD South Asia
Bengaluru
12.2023 - Current
- Techno-commercial role to develop the Scope of Work and Deliverables for the requirements of Sustainability and ESG regulations of various industries.
- Developed a comprehensive knowledge database for the company's sustainability advisory and verifications.
- Project management and planning for ISO 14064, ISO 14044, ISO 14067, GRI, and BRSR Assurance.
- Developed infographics, white papers, and presentations for industry-specific requirements with regulations and compliance.
- Increased business revenue by 50% in one year.
- Generated 300% business leads.
- Worked with over 50 clients in a single year through webinars, infographics, and research.
- Worked with internal and external stakeholders to align and develop Sustainability Goals, Strategies, and Training Programs.
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities across the IT, semiconductor, garment manufacturing, and pharmaceutical industries.
Lead Sustainability Consultant
Rajesh Bheda Consulting
Gurgaon
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Aligned with RBC's sustainability goals, to implement initiatives driving growth throughout India.
- Created a proposal, methodologies, and a monitoring and evaluation plan for various manufacturers and retailers, as per ILO, UNFCCC, UNEP, and IFC, for clients in Dubai and Mauritius.
- Development of strategies and sustainability report for internal stakeholders
- Work on Monitoring and Evaluation Framework plans, as per ESG Reporting requirements.
- Enabling circular economy principles within the processes of garment manufacturing and retail.
- Formulated strategies to boost the profitability of the firm's sustainability and ESG service offerings.
- Managed transformational sustainability initiatives, and ensured compliance with environmental and social performance standards.
- Conducted market research on ESG practices within the manufacturing sectors, uncovering new business opportunities.
- Collaborated with teams in India and Bangladesh to measure environmental impacts, and drive sustainable outcomes.
- Engaged in innovative writing and benchmarking to communicate profitable growth opportunities.
Environmental and Social Validation Specialist
H & M
Bengaluru
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Ensure that the new and existing suppliers comply with H&M Group's environmental standards.
- Work closely with the Environmental Validation Manager or lead, and other stakeholders, to secure the goals and activities.
- Work with suppliers to ensure they are equipped to carry out self-assessments that comply with the working methods and standards.
- Monitor the quality of data and information provided through validation.
- Research and Analysis for Innovations in Green Manufacturing.
Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Officer
PVH - Parent Company Of Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein
Bengaluru
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Led the implementation of supply chain transparency and traceability projects aligned with Forward Fashion goals, including new technologies like blockchain, fluorescent dyes, NFT, infrared, and QR coding.
- Led project alignment for innovation integration with the PVH ecosystem, collaborating cross-functionally.
- Managed sustainability projects focusing on compliance in social and environmental domains, considering regulations in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, and alignment with the GRI framework.
- Collaborated with 250 suppliers to integrate sustainability initiatives in areas such as waste, water, and energy management.
- Pioneered a data collection base for assessing social impact using Goodera's platform across 60 indicators.
- Developed an internal scorecard for evaluating Tier 1 suppliers based on environmental and social metrics.
- Initiated the WRI survey tool across 150 suppliers' networks.
- Formulated divisional brand strategies and conducted market and technology analysis.
- Implemented the 'Value Chain of the Future' project to replicate sustainable supply chain practices from multiple industries.
- Selected as a judge for Tommy Hilfiger's Fashion Frontier Sustainability Challenge.
- Conducted market research to foster collaborations with cross-functional teams for brand pilots.
Fashion Business Lecturer and Industry Consultant
Mody University
Jaipur
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Provided guidance as an industry consultant and lecturer for Fashion Business and Merchandising courses
- Developed strategic course curriculums, increasing student enrollment by 30% annually
- Delivered interdisciplinary lectures on Fashion and Sustainability to students across various faculties
- Research and Analysis across various regions of India for local sustainability initiatives and creation of report
- Initiated entrepreneurial projects on circularity through industry and academic projects
- Facilitated industry exposure by coordinating technology-related industry visits and business development initiatives
- Enhanced awareness of traditional Indian textiles and their sustainable aspects of dyeing and processing
Buying House Merchandiser
Padma Textiles Ltd
Dhaka
05.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed merchandise procurement and development for Spanish market brands such as Zara Kids and Springfield
- Oversaw the end-to-end process of knitted and woven product developments along with product sustainability aspects
- Worked on testing parameters as per RSL and MRSL in product and fabric testing, aligning sustainability aspects, and restricting hazardous chemicals.
- Coordinated with Zara, Springfield, and Cortefiel for order acquisition, confirmation, and communication.
- Conducted costing and utilized TARGET software for product pricing.
- Supervised pre-production and production stages, ensuring quality control, and timely shipments.
Senior Technical Research Correspondent
Fashion Technology Journal-Stitchworld
New Delhi
10.2013 - 04.2014
- Composed articles for Stitch World Apparel Online Magazine
- Researched best practices across garment companies and profiled machinery, industrial engineering and technology
- Attended various textile and apparel trade fairs for industry insights
- Specialized in reporting on Industrial Engineering, Technology Implementation, and ROI assessments
Industrial Engineering Lead
Leather Crafts India
Chennai
07.2012 - 09.2013
- Collaborated with French consultants from Louis Vuitton on Industrial Engineering projects
- Research and Analysis in best practices in motion and process methodologies in product manufacturing
- Conducted micromotion analysis and time studies to enhance factory layouts
- Developed work aids and implemented Lean manufacturing principles
- Incorporated Andon and Kaizen systems for productivity improvements
Education
1 Year Executive Program - Social Impact And ESG
IIM Kozhikode
Kozhikode, India12.2024
MDP-Business Analytics - Finding Opportunities For Growth in Sales in FMCG
IIM Kozhikode
Kozhikode, India10.2023
Masters in Fashion Technology - Sustainability And IoT Integration
National Institute Of Fashion Technology
Bengaluru, India07-2020
MBA - International Business- Forex Exchange And Risks
Pondicherry University
Pondicherry01.2016
Bachelors in Fashion Technology - Dashboard Development- OEE in Factories
National Institute of Fashion Technology
Chennai, India04-2012
Skills
- Innovation
- Supply Chain Management
- Environmental and Social Validation
- Report Writing, Proposal Writing
- Sustainability Reporting Tools (GRI, BRSR)
- LCA Assessment
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio)
- Industry 40 Technologies
- Market Research
- Problem-Solving Strategy
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Power BI
- Data analytics
- Solution selling
- Strategic planning
- Service-driven sales
- New business development
Certification
- GRI Reporting - Detailed Program, TUV SUD Global Academy, 01/01/24
- ISO 14064-1/2/3 and ISO 14067 Implementation Certification, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- Understanding of ISO 26000, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- ISO 30415 Diversity Equity and Inclusion Fundamentals, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- Introduction to ESG and Climate Change Risk, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- Fashion Sustainability Program, Plan A, 01/01/23
- One Point Five Fellowship, Opf Academy, 01/01/23
- ESG Reporting Practitioner, IICSR, 01/01/22
- International Graduate Program Trainee in Sustainability, CIEL Group India (Laguna Clothing), 01/01/20
- Sustainability Internship, CIEL Group India (Tropic Knits), 01/01/19
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded a supply chain transparency and traceability project that significantly enhanced the sustainability of sourcing practices.
- Initiated and led an ESG and Sustainability alignment project that achieved a 50% business expansion through strategic partnerships and innovative approaches.
- Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and driving the successful implementation of comprehensive environmental programs driving sustainable product development and operations by 25%.
- Conducted in-depth review and analysis of Sustainability, GRI, and BRSR Reports.
- Tailored sustainability solutions to meet the diverse needs of clients across sectors such as Automotive, Aerospace, IT, and Fashion.
- Created business strategies for organizations for Sustainability Assurance based on their maturity levels in ESG Domain.
- Formulated ESG Roadmaps inclusive of Accounting, Water Neutrality, LCA, PCF, EcoVadis, and related assurances.
- Spearheaded initiatives in ESG Frameworks, focusing on water, waste, and energy management.
- Identified customer needs and effectively communicated the benefits of sustainability management and ISO certifications.
- Organized webinars and industry events to enhance visibility and promote the company's services.
Websitesprofiles
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/shweta-sharma-iyer/
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ESG & Sustainability Services & Sales Manager
TUV SUD South Asia
12.2023 - Current
Lead Sustainability Consultant
Rajesh Bheda Consulting
01.2023 - 11.2023
Environmental and Social Validation Specialist
H & M
10.2022 - 12.2022
Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Officer
PVH - Parent Company Of Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein
10.2020 - 09.2022
Fashion Business Lecturer and Industry Consultant
Mody University
01.2016 - 07.2018
Buying House Merchandiser
Padma Textiles Ltd
05.2014 - 12.2015
Senior Technical Research Correspondent
Fashion Technology Journal-Stitchworld
10.2013 - 04.2014
Industrial Engineering Lead
Leather Crafts India
07.2012 - 09.2013
- GRI Reporting - Detailed Program, TUV SUD Global Academy, 01/01/24
- ISO 14064-1/2/3 and ISO 14067 Implementation Certification, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- Understanding of ISO 26000, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- ISO 30415 Diversity Equity and Inclusion Fundamentals, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- Introduction to ESG and Climate Change Risk, TUV SUD, 01/01/24
- Fashion Sustainability Program, Plan A, 01/01/23
- One Point Five Fellowship, Opf Academy, 01/01/23
- ESG Reporting Practitioner, IICSR, 01/01/22
- International Graduate Program Trainee in Sustainability, CIEL Group India (Laguna Clothing), 01/01/20
- Sustainability Internship, CIEL Group India (Tropic Knits), 01/01/19
1 Year Executive Program - Social Impact And ESG
IIM Kozhikode
MDP-Business Analytics - Finding Opportunities For Growth in Sales in FMCG
IIM Kozhikode
Masters in Fashion Technology - Sustainability And IoT Integration
National Institute Of Fashion Technology
MBA - International Business- Forex Exchange And Risks
Pondicherry University
Bachelors in Fashion Technology - Dashboard Development- OEE in Factories
National Institute of Fashion Technology
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