Sonali Agarwal
Mumbai
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist with 8+ years of experience across FMCG, cosmetics, and industrial sectors. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, trade compliance, and new product development. Adept at managing vendor relationships, optimizing costs, and driving operational excellence. Skilled in SAP MM, Power BI, and cross-functional stakeholder management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Executive – MBS (POSM & Premium)
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (3P)
Mumbai
05.2025 - Current
- Lead procurement of Point of Sale Materials (POSM) and Premiums aligned with strategic sourcing and category strategies.
- Manage cross-functional stakeholders across marketing, finance, and supply chain.
- Oversee service contracts, vendor onboarding, and contract governance.
- Develop contracting strategies and ensure vendor compliance.
- Drive service delivery improvements and monitor procurement KPIs.
- Identify and mitigate procurement risks through governance and controls.
Global Logistics and Trade Controller
GRI Alleset India Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed HS classification and reclassification of materials across the APAC region, ensuring compliance with evolving tariff regulations.
- Collaborated with Customs officials and CHAs to resolve disputes and implement cost-effective clearance initiatives.
- Delivered year-over-year cost savings by optimizing distribution and achieving key performance indicators.
- Developed and maintained global freight and CBM dashboards in Power BI, enabling real-time visibility and data-driven decision-making.
Senior Executive - Supply Chain & NPD
SUGAR Cosmetics (Vellvette Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd)
Mumbai
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Led end-to-end planning and execution of new product launches, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory standards.
- Sourced packaging materials, managed artwork changes, and oversaw approvals and order placements to prevent stock-outs.
- Coordinated with manufacturers to ensure product quality, performance, and safety across all development stages.
- Managed customs clearance from arrival to final delivery, ensuring prompt dispatch and compliance with documentation requirements.
- Delivered on-time exports to Nepal, Sri Lanka, Dubai, and the USA, including payment coordination and shipment documentation.
Import Export Officer
Dyna Automation Pvt. Ltd
Ahmedabad
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Developed sourcing strategies for hydraulic motors and spare parts.
- Negotiated supplier contracts and optimized costs while maintaining quality.
- Coordinated import operations including customs clearance and delivery.
- Maintained inventory levels to prevent delays and minimize excess stock.
- Used SAP for order placement, material code creation, and reporting.
Education
MBA - Finance
NMIMS CDOE
Mumbai01.2023
B.Com. Hons. - International Business
The IIS University
Jaipur01.2018
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- POSM & Premiums Management
- Demand Planning
- Import Export
- HTS Classification
- New Product Development
- SAP MM Module
- Power BI
- Customs & Compliance
Certification
- Supply Chain Logistics - Rutgers University (Coursera)
- Supply Chain Sourcing - Rutgers University (Coursera)
- Supply Chain Operations - Rutgers University (Coursera)
- Fundamentals of Quantitative Modelling - Wharton University of Pennsylvania (Coursera)
- Advanced Google Analytics - Google Analytics Academy
Languages
- English, Proficient
- Hindi, Native
Timeline
Procurement Executive – MBS (POSM & Premium)
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (3P)
05.2025 - Current
Global Logistics and Trade Controller
GRI Alleset India Pvt. Ltd
06.2023 - 12.2024
Senior Executive - Supply Chain & NPD
SUGAR Cosmetics (Vellvette Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd)
04.2022 - 05.2023
Import Export Officer
Dyna Automation Pvt. Ltd
04.2018 - 03.2022
MBA - Finance
NMIMS CDOE
B.Com. Hons. - International Business
The IIS University
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