Kritika Sharma

Sourcing Specialist:
• Managed end-to-end procurement processes for heavy mechanical machinery, including supplier identification,
negotiation, and contract management.
• Implemented a vendor consolidation strategy, reducing the number of suppliers by 40% and simplifying the
procurement process.
• Led a supplier diversification initiative, increasing the companys resilience to supply chain disruptions and
reducing dependency on single-source suppliers.
• Developed and executed strategic sourcing initiatives via competitive bidding and direct negotiations, negotiating
favorable terms and conditions with vendors, achieving a R10.3M (14%) and R7.8M (8%) decrease in contract
prices respectively, and improving overall profitability.
• Utilized ERP systems (SAP) and procurement software (Ariba) to manage purchase orders, track supplier
performance, and generate reports for management.
Data Scientist:
◦ Developed a predictive maintenance model that reduced unplanned downtime by 88%, resulting in an annual
cost savings of over R78 million.
◦ Analyzed geological data using machine learning algorithms to identify potential mining sites with higher ore
grades, leading to a 27% increase in mineral extraction efficiency.
◦ Conducted exploratory data analysis (EDA) to uncover insights and trends in mining operations data, informing
strategic decision-making processes.
Business Development:
• Mentored and coached 5 interns, guiding their professional development and contributing to their successful
transition to a full-time role with top performance recognition.
• Spearheaded 7 high-impact business development initiatives, each valued at over $50 million, focusing on
organizational and digital transformation consulting services, including the implementation of cutting-edge Gen
AI use cases.