Dr Santosh Shetty

With over two decades of experience in corporate management, particularly in the FMCG industry, I bring extensive expertise across multiple domains including corporate governance, sourcing, supply chain management, operational management, financial management, warehouse management, inventory control, auditing, and vendor management.

EXECUTIVE PROFILE

With over two decades of experience in corporate management, particularly in the FMCG industry, I bring extensive expertise across multiple domains including corporate governance, sourcing, supply chain management, operational management, financial management, warehouse management, inventory control, auditing, and
vendor management.

I have consistently demonstrated the ability to enhance productivity, elevate service standards, achieve cost savings, optimize inventory, and improve operational efficiency. My focus has always been on driving profitability through strategic and efficient resource utilization. I am also a regular practitioner of meditation and actively
engaged in a spiritual journey with The Art of Living Foundation.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctor of Business Administration (DBA): Swiss School of Business and Management (SSBM), Geneva.
  • Certification as an Independent director: Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), New Delhi.
  • International master’s program (IMPM): Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bengaluru.
  • Management studies at renowned business schools:
    • The Reflective Mindset – Managing Self: Lancaster University Management School, England.
    • The Analytic Mindset – Managing Organization: McGill University, Canada.
    • The Collaborative Mindset – Managing Relationships: The Renmin School of Business, China.
    • The Action Mindset – Managing Change: FGV / EPABE, Brazil.
  • Master of business administration (MBA) in Finance Management Newport University Inc.
  • Bachelor of commerce (B. Com): St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, (affiliated with Bombay University).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

KCS Global Services (A management consultancy firm): Director of Operations

  • Crafted and enforced policies to enhance management services, boost efficiency, and maintain operational effectiveness.
  • Directed business strategy and operations, optimizing organizational structures, and managing day-to-day activities.
  • Defined project scopes, created detailed schedules, set milestones, and allocated resources to achieve project objectives.

Diageo India (subsidiary of Diageo Plc, England): Category Head–Supply Chain & Logistics

  • Monitored supplier and service provider performance, ensuring quality and delivery standards.
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities and mitigated supply chain risks.
  • Implemented internal controls and conducted audits to guarantee global trade compliance.

United Spirits (UB Group): Senior Manager- Imports

  • Oversaw international trade procedures, ensuring compliance with EXIM/DGFT policies, customs rules, and state regulations.
  • Strategically managed storage facilities, reducing demurrage and ground rent costs.
  • Conducted precise material planning and managed stores and warehouses.

FineWinesnMore India Pvt Ltd. Mumbai: National Manager

  • Established and developed distribution channels for domestic wines and BIO products.
  • Obtained FL-1 Trade License, ensuring compliance for product distribution.
  • Led logistics department, reducing distribution costs, and improving efficiency.

Sonarys Co-Brands Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai: Head- Operations

  • Managed customs public bonded warehouses and obtained customs self-clearance licenses.
  • Led import and export activities, ensuring compliance and seamless operations.
  • Improved inventory management systems and participated in global business expansion.

Sansula International Brands Ltd. Mumbai: Head – Finance & Operations

  • Managed operational finance, treasury, tax management, financial planning & analysis, and business control.

R. Sudhakar & Co. & J.S. Bhatia & Co.: Accounts & Audit Executive

  • Assisted in audits for various clients, including complex income tax and sales tax cases.

SKILL HIGHLIGHTS

  • Statutory Authority Interaction: Skilled in interacting with statutory authorities (SVB, DGOV, SIIB, CIU, DRI, DGFT, CFS, FSSAI, and State Excise) ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Operational Understanding:Comprehensive understanding of customs bonded warehouses, general warehouses, excise trade, logistics, and distribution.
  • Supply Chain Optimization:Expertise in optimizing sourcing and supply chain procedures for enhanced efficiency.
  • Risk Assessment and Compliance: Skilled in designing and implementing risk assessments and gap analyses for international trade compliance.
  • Compliance Monitoring: Established scalable monitoring systems for international trade compliance.
  • Cost-saving Strategies: Experience in implementing cost-saving strategies to reduce supply costs through efficient use of Incoterms and freight mapping.
  • Trade Operations Management: Proficient in managing marine, domestic, and inter-depot transfers, merchant trading, and insurance-related trade issues.
  • Strategic Planning: Developed strategic plans to enhance operational productivity and efficiency.
  • Collaborative Planning: Ensured precision in planning service levels, manufacturing/cost lead time for imports, and maintaining optimal inventory levels.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Regular participant in senior-level conferences and roundtables, facilitating the exchange of current research and insights.
  • Contribute a diverse range of articles on various subjects to numerous prestigious magazines, both in print and online.

REGISTRATION NUMBERS

  • Independent Director’s registration number: IDDB-PA- 202208-043887
  • Directors Identification Number (DIN): 03183625