Strengthening Vendor Governance, Supply Chain Operations, and Sustainable Procurement Across Asia-Pacific
Pontoon Solutions has appointed Shruti Bhattacharya as Director Supply Chain Management – APAC, underscoring the company’s commitment to advancing supply chain resilience, vendor governance, and sustainable procurement practices across the Asia-Pacific region.
With nearly a decade of experience spanning supply chain operations, supplier risk management, ESG assurance, procurement transformation, and vendor governance, Shruti brings a unique blend of operational expertise and sustainability leadership to the role.
Her appointment reflects Pontoon Solutions’ focus on building agile, technology-enabled, and risk-resilient supply chain ecosystems in an increasingly complex global business environment.
Leading Supply Chain Strategy for APAC at Pontoon Solutions
As Director Supply Chain Management – APAC, Shruti Bhattacharya is responsible for driving strategic supply chain initiatives, strengthening supplier governance frameworks, and enhancing operational excellence across the region.
Her focus areas include:
- Supply chain transformation and optimization
- Vendor governance and risk management
- Supplier lifecycle management
- Sustainable procurement and ESG integration
- Performance management and compliance frameworks
- Strategic supplier partnerships
- Operational efficiency and business continuity
- Regional supply chain growth and resilience
Her leadership comes at a time when organizations are prioritizing sustainability, digital procurement, and supply chain transparency to support long-term business growth.
Building Uber’s Global Vendor Management Office
Prior to joining Pontoon Solutions, Shruti served as Manager, Technical Supply Chain & Operations at Uber, where she played a pivotal role in establishing the company’s global Vendor Management Office.
Among her key accomplishments were:
- Governing more than 250 strategic suppliers across SaaS, IT hardware, staffing, marketing, workplace solutions, and professional services
- Designing enterprise risk and compliance frameworks integrated with Coupa and Certa platforms
- Improving audit readiness by 25%
- Reducing supply chain risks through comprehensive third-party assessments
- Developing vendor segmentation and governance playbooks
- Implementing supplier lifecycle management processes that improved supplier performance by 15%
- Managing strategic relationships with technology leaders including Google, Microsoft, and Oracle
- Supporting sustainability initiatives that contributed to reducing Uber’s corporate carbon footprint
Her contributions earned her the Uber Tech Supply Chain Award 2023 and recognition as a ReImagine Award Semi-Finalist.
Driving ESG and Supply Chain Assurance at DNV
Before Uber, Shruti worked as Manager, Supply Chain Assurance at DNV, where she specialized in sustainability assurance and third-party ESG assessments.
Her work involved:
- Leading GRI, SASB, and TCFD assurance engagements
- Developing Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas accounting methodologies
- Conducting supply chain traceability studies across multiple jurisdictions
- Performing supplier due diligence and ESG risk assessments
- Building executive dashboards for sustainability reporting
Her efforts improved ESG reporting accuracy and strengthened environmental performance metrics for global clients.
Advancing Responsible Sourcing at UL Solutions
As Lead Development Manager at UL Solutions, Shruti managed responsible sourcing and supplier compliance programs across South Asia and EMEA.
Key achievements included:
- Delivering SEDEX, BSCI, HIGG, and UL Greenguard audits
- Implementing Zero Waste to Landfill frameworks
- Supporting ZDHC certification programs
- Building ESG dashboards and KPI systems using SAP, Salesforce, and Power BI
- Managing supplier qualification initiatives for global brands including IKEA, Marks & Spencer, and Mahindra Resorts
Her performance was recognized with the Star of the Year 2020 award.
Early Career Foundations in Retail and Sourcing
Earlier in her career, Shruti gained valuable experience across retail, sourcing, and international business development through roles at:
- Spencer’s Retail
- Mallcom
- Canberg Global Sourcing
- Max Fashion India
- Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India (CCIC)
These experiences helped build her expertise in category management, merchandising, supplier relationships, procurement operations, and international sourcing strategies.
Expertise Across Supply Chain and Sustainability
Throughout her career, Shruti Bhattacharya has developed expertise across:
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Governance
- Supplier Risk Management
- ESG and Sustainability
- Third-Party Risk Management
- Procurement Transformation
- Supplier Lifecycle Management
- Compliance and Assurance
- Supply Chain Analytics
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Carbon Footprint Reduction
- Operational Excellence
- Business Continuity
- Procurement Technology
- Sustainability Reporting
Her ability to combine operational rigor with sustainability-focused strategies has positioned her among the emerging leaders shaping the future of modern supply chains.
Why This Appointment Matters
As organizations navigate increasing regulatory requirements, geopolitical uncertainties, and sustainability expectations, resilient supply chains have become a strategic imperative.
Shruti Bhattacharya’s appointment highlights:
- The growing importance of vendor governance and risk management
- Rising emphasis on ESG-driven procurement practices
- Increased focus on supply chain resilience and transparency
- The role of technology in modernizing supplier ecosystems
- The need for sustainable and scalable operations across global markets
Her leadership is expected to strengthen Pontoon Solutions’ capabilities in delivering future-ready supply chain strategies across the APAC region.
CXO Gateway Perspective
At CXO Gateway, Shruti Bhattacharya’s career journey reflects the evolution of supply chain leadership from traditional procurement management to integrated ecosystems encompassing sustainability, risk, and digital transformation.
Her progression from merchandising and sourcing roles to leading complex vendor management and ESG initiatives demonstrates how modern supply chain leaders are increasingly becoming strategic enablers of business growth and resilience.
As organizations continue to redefine supply chain priorities, leaders like Shruti are helping build smarter, more sustainable, and highly responsive global supply networks.