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Samyuktha Reddy

@samyukthareddy

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Dynamic supply chain manager with over 10 years of experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in supply chain management.

I am a results-oriented supply chain professional with over 10 years of extensive experience in vendor management and third-party risk management. Currently, I serve as a Manager in Vendor Management at Standard Chartered GBS, where I lead strategic vendor engagements to support business functions and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. My expertise includes conducting due diligence, assurance reviews, and vendor risk assessments, which have significantly contributed to the operational resilience of the organizations I have worked with.

Throughout my career, I have successfully implemented continuous improvement initiatives that drive commercial value and sustainability in vendor engagements. I have a proven track record of managing cross-functional collaborations for process improvement and standardization, which has resulted in enhanced efficiency and effectiveness in operations. My leadership in developing the EBA Outsourcing Country Risk Assessment mechanism was recognized as a pioneering effort in adhering to new guidelines, showcasing my commitment to excellence in vendor management.

In addition to my professional achievements, I hold a Master’s in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and have been awarded multiple accolades for my contributions to teamwork and service excellence. I am passionate about mentoring and training new team members to improve process efficiency and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Manager, Vendor Management

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Standard Chartered GBS

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Managed strategic vendor engagements to support business functions and category managers, publishing vendor scorecards and conducting strategic business reviews for KPI and SLA tracking. Led continuous improvement initiatives to drive commercial value and sustainability for all vendor engagements, fostering cross-functional collaboration for process standardization.

Vendor Management Strategic Sourcing KPI Tracking SLA Management Continuous Improvement Commercial Value Sustainability Cross Functional Collaboration

Risk & Controls Analyst

NatWest Group

Nov 2016 - Apr 2023 (6 years 5 months)

Assessed third-party risks including information security, business continuity, and data confidentiality, scheduling periodical assurance reviews and KRI reporting to the Risk Committee. Led Process Unity testing and implementation as a TPRM Business SPOC, and developed an EBA Outsourcing Country Risk Assessment mechanism to comply with new EBA guidelines.

Third Party Risk Management Information Security Business Continuity Confidentiality Due Diligence Project Management Process Design

Research Analyst

Beroe Inc

Aug 2015 - May 2016 (9 months)

Supported HSBC with research on property space procurement for setting up ATM centres in the Middle East, and assisted P&G in shortlisting suppliers for decommissioning chemical plants worldwide. Conducted in-depth market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities, providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making for product development and marketing campaigns.

Market Research Data Analysis Strategic Planning Supplier Management Procurement Presentation Skills

Research Analyst

The Smart Cube

Apr 2015 - Jul 2015 (3 months)

Supported Unilever in identifying new market opportunities in South-East Asian countries. Assisted a client in identifying and benchmarking advertising and marketing agencies for brand management services globally.

Market Research Benchmarking Brand Management Data Analysis Client Services

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Christ University

Master’s in Business Administration, Finance

Completed a Master's degree focusing on finance, gaining advanced knowledge in financial management, investment strategies, and corporate finance. Developed strong analytical and decision-making skills applicable to business environments.

AIMS Bangalore University

Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Finance

Pursued a Bachelor's degree with a specialization in finance, covering fundamental business principles and financial concepts. Acquired a solid foundation in accounting, economics, and financial markets.