Renuka Sambhaji Awari
About Renuka Sambhaji Awari
Renuka Sambhaji Awari is a Senior Analyst with a background in Business Administration and Management, holding an MBA from IBS Hyderabad. She has experience in market analysis and procurement insights, having worked at The Smart Cube and other organizations in various analytical roles.
Current Role at The Smart Cube
Renuka Sambhaji Awari currently serves as a Senior Analyst at The Smart Cube, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for conducting in-depth market analyses and providing strategic insights to clients. Her work involves tracking and forecasting commodity prices, which aids consumer packaged goods (CPG) and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies in making informed procurement decisions.
Previous Experience at The Smart Cube
Prior to her current role, Renuka worked as an Analyst at The Smart Cube from 2022 to 2023. During this time, she conducted a supply market analysis for a US beef manufacturer and analyzed the EU's sugar policy to forecast market trends for a global confectionery and snack foods company. Her contributions included collaborating with a leading US-based food service company's Chief Procurement Officer to provide insights into the global IQF vegetable market.
Educational Background
Renuka completed her Master of Business Administration (MBA) at IBS Hyderabad from 2020 to 2022, focusing on Business Administration and Management. She also holds a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from Vellore Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both technical and business domains.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Renuka's early career includes an internship as an Investment Banking Intern at Opulence Business Solutions Pvt Ltd in 2021, where she worked for three months. She also gained experience as a Trainee Software Engineer at Asset Telematics Pvt Ltd in 2018 and as a Trainee Data Management professional at Mayank Aquaculture Private Limited in 2019. Additionally, she served as a Campus Ambassador for ISCEA - International Supply Chain Education Alliance from 2021 to 2022.
Key Projects and Contributions
Throughout her career, Renuka has contributed to various projects that involve market analysis and procurement strategies. She assisted a global FMCG company in mapping the raw material sourcing market for entry into the Kenyan market, focusing on products such as vegetable oils and potato flakes. Her analytical skills have been instrumental in tracking commodity prices and providing insights that support strategic decision-making for CPG and FMCG companies.