PRAGATI PATHAK

Establish and Execute External Supply Chain Strategy

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans aligned with project requirements, focusing on cost optimization, quality assurance, and timely deliveries.

• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and implement performance measurement processes to ensure high-quality, cost-effective procurement.

• Establish and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and SOPs in compliance with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, including cost savings, procurement metrics, and inventory management.

Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, drive continuous improvement, and adapt strategies based on market trends and customer feedback.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist, with Payroll Management.

• Administered payroll processing through QuickBooks, ensuring timely compilation of timesheets, and accurate disbursements.

• Managed accounts receivable by recording cash, check, and credit card transactions, and conducted regular payment follow-ups.

• Performed accounts payable duties, including invoice verification, vendor account reconciliation, and expense reimbursement processing.

• Facilitated new employee onboarding, including payroll and insurance registration, and maintained accurate personnel records.

Executed inventory management tasks, including purchase order placement, lot code generation, and SOS documentation for shipments and received materials.

Treasury and Risk Management Specialist with Agile Project Management.

Managed end-to-end treasury operations and risk management, leveraging Agile methodologies to enhance process efficiency and adaptability in a dynamic financial landscape.

• Served as Scrum Master for cross-functional treasury teams, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to optimize cash management and compliance processes.

• Implemented a hybrid Agile-Waterfall approach for large-scale financial projects, balancing flexibility with structured delivery for global banking platform integrations and policy updates.

• Oversaw global treasury operations, including user authentication and profile modifications, while utilizing Agile principles to rapidly respond to regulatory changes and market fluctuations.

• Executed periodic reconciliations and audits, employing Agile techniques to streamline documentation processes and ensure adherence to evolving compliance requirements.

Treasury and Risk Management Leadership

• Collaborated with Treasury Senior Management, Controllers, and Stakeholders on project administration, reporting, and management for key initiatives.

• Managed non-fund-based limit utilization, including bank guarantees and letters of credit.

• Oversaw the full cycle of LC issuance, documentation, acceptance, and payments, as well as BG issuance, renewal, claim settlement, and closing for vendors and clients.

Analyzed tender requirements at the pre-bid stage, strategizing and costing insurance, BG, and hedging for project budgets.

• Administered project insurance, including quotation procurement, issuance, renewal, and claim settlement, in compliance with audit requirements.

• Maintained records of limit utilization, and performed quarterly credit limit forecasting.

• Facilitated the timely completion of audits and ensured accurate, timely regulatory reporting.

Orchestrated effective project communications and organizational planning across cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless execution of treasury management systems and policy updates.

• Applied a hybrid of Agile and Waterfall methodologies to optimize project delivery, adapting management approaches to meet the unique needs of various financial and compliance-driven initiatives.

Treasury Operations and Financial Risk Management

• Managed end-to-end treasury operations, including non-fund-based limits, LC/BG lifecycle, and strategic financial analysis for projects.

Optimized credit facility utilization through rigorous tracking, forecasting, and management of fund and non-fund-based instruments.

• Ensured regulatory compliance and financial integrity via meticulous insurance administration, audit facilitation, and accurate reporting.

Customer-Centric Product Training and Sales Enablement

• Responsible for business enhancement by understanding customer requirements and pitching the best benefits and features.
• Customized and conducted training for associates on the features, benefits, and operation of new products, empowering them to successfully sell to the target clientele.

Global Product Lifecycle and Market Expansion Strategy

• Managed end-to-end FIBC product lifecycle, from order processing to delivery, ensuring quality control, and timely documentation for polymer-structured and tailor-stacked products.
• Developed and executed international marketing strategies based on comprehensive market analysis, driving growth, and enhancing product visibility across global markets.
• • Led key account management and vendor relations, negotiating favorable terms, and delivering premium service to foster long-term business relationships and optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Spearheaded new product marketing initiatives, creating targeted materials to address market gaps and capture new audience segments, consistently achieving sales targets.
• Implemented data-driven approaches to analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor weaknesses, informing strategic decisions, and exceeding growth objectives.