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Senior Manager – Marketplace Operations & Partnerships | Vendor Ecosystem Scaling | P&L Management | Platform & Business Operations | AI-enabled Workflows | Media-Tech & SaaS | Ex-Export Operations | 14+ Yrs Experience

About

Marketplace Operations and Partnerships professional with 14+ years of experience in building and scaling vendor ecosystems, managing platform operations, and driving execution across marketplace and SaaS environments. Currently working as Senior Manager – Marketplace Operations & Partnerships at Mahatta Multimedia, leading end-to-end operations across stock media, print-on-demand, and AI-enabled creative platforms. Responsible for vendor ecosystem development, supply-side scaling, service delivery, and execution of platform-based workflows. Expertise in end-to-end marketplace lifecycle management, including vendor onboarding, allocation, project execution, client coordination, and SLA-driven delivery. Focused on improving operational efficiency, optimizing costs, and building scalable processes for consistent execution. Experienced in managing global partnerships and licensing operations with platforms such as Shutterstock, Thomson Reuters, Pond5, Depositphotos, and Alamy, along with delivering enterprise-level projects under strict compliance and timelines. Strong exposure to platform development and AI-enabled workflows, working closely with product and technology teams to translate business processes, user journeys, and operational requirements into scalable systems, including vendor allocation logic and automation. Hands-on experience in P&L management, covering pricing strategy, margin optimization, cost control, and revenue tracking, with a focus on aligning operations with business outcomes. Led cross-functional teams across vendor operations, production coordination, sourcing, and platform support, driving execution efficiency and process clarity. Core strengths: Marketplace Operations | Vendor Management | Partnerships | Platform Operations | Supply-Side Growth | Licensing & Compliance | P&L | Cost Optimization | Ai (Artificial Intelligence) Workflow Automation | Cross-Functional Execution | Export Operations | International Business & Trading Open to opportunities in Marketplace Operations, Business Operations, Partnerships, Platform-led organisations & Export-Import Operations. __ E: sandeepsharma01122@gmail.com | M: (+91)-7838968364

Location

New Delhi

Work experience

Senior Manager – Marketplace Operations & Partnerships at StudioIP, Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos, New Delhi, Delhi, India, Senior Manager - Marketplace Operations & Partnerships at StudioIP (part of MMPL), leading the content department and managing StudioIP's creative partners, processes, operations, and productions.

Sr. Manager - Content & Partners Relationship at MAHATTA, Mar 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 4 mos, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Content Manager at MAHATTA, Aug 2018 - Feb 2021 · 2 yrs 7 mos, Content Manager at Mahatta Multimedia Pvt. Ltd. (aka INDIAPICTURE). 1. Plan and strategies for Content Sourcing. 2. Managing all the relationships with the sources of content (artists & photographers) 3. Coordination with the teams (sales, marketing, accounts & management). 4. Data & Product Search Result Analysis and reports. 5. Team leader

Merchandiser & Accounts Manager at Movif India International, Nov 2012 - Aug 2018 · 5 yrs 10 mos, New Delhi Area, India, • Contributed to scaling company revenue from approx. ₹1 crore to ₹4 crore through procurement optimization and export expansion • Managed procurement of raw materials, product development inputs, fabrication machinery, and operational supplies • Handled logistics operations including coordination with local transporters, courier services, and international air cargo partners • Managed relationships with international buyers/importers including order finalization, execution planning, and delivery timelines • Negotiated vendor pricing and procurement deals to improve margins while maintaining quality standards • Handled export documentation and compliance including FIRC, BRC, GST returns, TDS filings, DEPB licenses, duty drawbacks, and foreign exchange regulations • Managed accounting operations including billing, tax coordination, and financial documentation • Coordinated with banks and auditors to ensure smooth financial processes and compliance

Client Operations & Admin Executive at ING Vysya Life Insurance, Jan 2011 - Oct 2012 · 1 yr 10 mos, New Delhi Area, India, • Managed client coordination and front-office operations ensuring smooth service delivery • Handled administrative operations including procurement of office supplies, housekeeping materials, and courier services • Coordinated with vendors and staff for office maintenance, facility management, and operational support • Supported internal communication, documentation, and meeting coordination processes

Education

Bachelor's degree, Economics, Delhi University

Master of Public Administration - MPA, Public Administration, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Delhi