Sneha Das

• Executed comprehensive risk assessments on suppliers across EU and UK, identifying critical risk domains encompassing Information Security, Operations Resilience, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, Technology, Supply Chain, Fraud, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, ESG, People, and Physical Security, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• Conducted remote and onsite security evaluations to ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Experienced in evaluating standards such as ISO 27001, 27002, 22301, 27701, 19011, 27017, DORA, NIST, CIS, and FIPS-140-2.
• Raised potential issues promptly for management discussions on risk mitigation options.
• Documented and communicated control gaps to internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated effective client and team management throughout assessment processes.
• As a Team Lead, I led performance KPI tracking, training, and coaching initiatives for team development and skill enhancement.
• Maintained open communication with senior stakeholders via regular governance sessions.

• Executed contract management and oversight processes to ensure compliance on behalf of HSBC Middle East.
• Conducted third-party risk analysis and implemented mitigation strategies.
• Performed supplier scoring, analysis, and ongoing management for optimal performance.
• Procured IT and non-IT services and goods across various business functions. Managed end-to-end Fintech SaaS projects from proof of concept to full production.
• Facilitated proof of concept evaluations and vendor assessments.
• Led contract and sourcing activities utilizing Ariba, Emptoris, and Coupa platforms.
• Executed pre-assessment procedures, risk ratings, and post-contract controls on RSA Archer.

• Executed risk assessments for vendor registration and management processes.
• Conducted detailed investigations on identified risks using market intelligence from D&B, Hoovers, and SnP Global.
• Enforced quality assurance standards for vendor master data through regular cleanups and reporting.
• Managed vendors accurately within SAP R/3 account groups.
• Synchronized vendor master data across SAP Ariba and SAP R/3 systems.
• Leveraged SAP Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance modules to enhance supplier qualification and risk management.

• Oversaw commodity supply operations for a prominent retailer in Canada.
• Implemented third-party risk management measures to safeguard business continuity.
• Monitored flow of goods and addressed supply chain challenges promptly.
• Handled transactions from purchase order through to goods receipt note via SAP.
• Directed inventory management practices to optimize stock availability.
• Enhanced client engagement through effective relationship management.
• Strengthened vendor partnerships to ensure consistent supply chain performance.

• Monitored industry trends and best practices, adopting relevant approaches for assigned commodities.
• Solicited bids, led auctions, negotiated contracts, and qualified new suppliers.
• Managed internal customer relationships by leading cross-functional teams and addressing supplier non-compliance.
• Maintained strong public relations with external suppliers while enhancing partnerships with internal stakeholders.
• Optimized sourcing support activities to align with corporate standards.
• Drafted and evaluated scorecards; conducted supplier performance validations to drive improvements.
• Performed complex supplier profiling and financial risk assessments, including market intelligence reporting.

• Toxicologist in a GLP-certified Contract Research Organization (CRO), preclinical testing of agrochemicals.