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Himalaya Wellness CompanyGeneral Manager – Supply Chain EMEA
Apr. 2019Dubai, United Arab Emirates• Oversee and optimize all Supply Chain operations across the EU, MEA, Russia, Turkey, and Africa
• Formulate and execute Himalaya’s EMEA Supply Chain strategy, rationalizing the manufacturing footprint, redesigning the Supply Network, and enhancing Operational efficiency through Automation and Digitalization.
• Implement the S&OP process across regions, ensuring substantial improvements in Service levels, Inventory visibility, control, and robust consensus plan discussions through structured routines.
• Directed the successful Greenfield construction of a state of the art manufacturing facility in Dubai, setting a new benchmark for innovation and efficiency.
• Alleviate capacity constraints in key MEA categories by enhancing infrastructure and setting up regional contract manufacturers.
• Elevated service levels and Direct OFRs from 60% to over 95% and improved Stock-in-Index from 30% to over 80% within the same period.
• Automated the order capture to invoice cycle, reducing over 1200 man-days annually on repetitive tasks.
• Develop a 3-year roadmap for Supply Chain Digitalization with clear deliverables, a technology deployment plan, and a benefits realization structure to align Himalaya’s Supply Chain with market standards.
• Optimize procurement strategies to reduce costs and improve supplier performance, ensuring timely and cost-effective materials sourcing.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing overall supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
• Establish strategic partnerships with key logistics providers to enhance regional distribution capabilities & service levels.
Own Entrepreneurial VentureSupply Chain Technology Consulting
Jan. 2018 - Apr. 2019Dubai, United Arab Emirates• Engineered solutions to drive Business Transformations for clients utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, IoT, and Machine Learning.
• Applied advanced Business Intelligence Analytics to enable organizations to achieve real-time performance measurement across various functions.
• Conceived and executed a comprehensive Business Transformation strategy for a leading conglomerate in the UAE, revamping their sales approach to focus on high-margin products and strategic channels.
• Designed and implemented real-time Business Analytics solutions for a major Oil Lubricants company, enhancing sales visibility, product traceability, and key business metrics.
• Created IoT-based asset tracking solutions for a Fleet Management company with over 4000 vehicles and a Media company managing over 40,000 assets, significantly improving operational efficiency and asset monitoring.
The Kraft Heinz CompanySupply Chain & Commercial Director
Jan. 2006 - Jan. 2017Dubai, United Arab EmiratesDirector – Supply Chain • Led all Supply Chain functions across 7 Business Units (BUs) at Kraft Heinz, overseeing a team of 53, including 8 senior managers.
• Engineered and executed a transformative Supply Chain strategy, optimizing make/buy decisions and restructuring Co-pack manufacturing operations to enhance regional service levels.
• Formed a Joint Venture for Nutritional Drinks production in Nigeria, driving local manufacturing capabilities.
• Delivered exceptional performance with CFRs exceeding 98% and OTIF rates surpassing 95% monthly for over 7 years.
• Orchestrated the regional S&OP process to ensure timely New Product Development (NPD) launches, optimal capacity utilization, and consistent service improvements through precise inventory management.
• Pioneered the implementation of Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) efficiency metrics across 7 BUs, optimizing financial performance.
• Secured over $20 million in cost savings from 2013-2016 through Value Engineering and procurement strategies, maintaining an inflation-neutral budget year-on-year.
• Initiated and oversaw 14 Co-pack Manufacturing setups across the region for diverse products, including Beans, Mayonnaise, Tomato Paste, Cereals, Baby Food, Nutritional Drinks, and Cheese, in locations such as UAE, KSA, Pakistan, Tunisia, and Oman. Commercial Director – Emerging Markets & Trading Business • Oversaw the P&L for a $45 million sales portfolio within Emerging Markets and Trading Businesses.
• Accelerated revenue growth by penetrating new markets, including Iran, Sri Lanka, North Africa, and the Indian Ocean.
• Developed and administered distributor networks in 16 markets, optimizing product portfolios to enhance market relevance and drive sales.
• Expanded and governed distributor partnerships in North Africa, Iran, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Pakistan, enhancing market coverage.
• Optimized product portfolios for greater market alignment and consumer appeal.
Pepsico India Holdings Pvt LimitedCategory Supply Chain Manager
Jul. 2005 - Dec. 2006
Arvind Brands LimitedHead - Supply Chain
Jun. 2004 - Jul. 2005Bangalore, India
Barista Coffee Company LimitedHead Supply Chain & Projects
Jan. 2002 - Jun. 2004New Delhi Area, India
PepsiCoAsst. Supply Chain Manager
Jan. 1999 - Jan. 2002Patiala, Pune, Gurgaon- India
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