• Orchestrated the agricultural value chain, overseeing input supply, production, post-harvest storage, processing, marketing, and distribution, ensuring seamless coordination and optimization at each stage.• Efficiently manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and develop new vendor partnerships and oversee planning, production, warehousing, demand forecasting, and transportation logistics for seamless operations.• Transformed a previously unproductive 30-acre land into a highly efficient and profitable farm by implementing robust agricultural infrastructure and innovative practices.• Pioneered tuberose farming in the district, creating a distinguished brand and developing a resilient vendor network to overcome challenges in daily production predictions, achieving zero wastage.• Spearheaded the promotion of cow-based natural farming and organic farming, inspiring the farming community to adopt innovative crop cultivation methods and fostering a culture of sustainability and innovation within the sector.• Achievements:• Successfully transformed agricultural operations by implementing a highly efficient and dynamic supply chain and value chain for perishable products, resulting in a remarkable achievement of consistently boosting annual profits from 50K to 200K per acre.

• Conducted a systematic review and cleanup of the vendor database, eliminating non-active vendors. Engaged in one-to-one discussions with underperforming vendors, assessing their capabilities, and determining their inclusion in the vendor master.• Instituted a policy of equal opportunity for all vendors, establishing a permanent and negotiated vendor fee for domestic technical hiring. Introduced a tiered fee structure for leadership and niche skill hiring, based on the specific role and location.• Implemented a comprehensive approach for identifying new vendors, including recommendations from the business. Evaluated potential vendors using a standardized template and conducted one-to- one discussions to assess their suitability. Post-discussion recommendations were submitted for approval based on the established approval matrix.• Extended the vendor onboarding process to subcontractor (SUBCON) vendors, involving rate card negotiations aligned with company pricing standards. Assigned vendors to recruiters or Resource Management Group (RMG) periodically to optimize vendor utilization.• Managed the post-approval phase, overseeing the documentation of agreements and handling exceptions through negotiations with finance, legal, and the vendor. Ensured the preservation of both physical and digital copies of final documents for future reference.• Instituted a rigorous quarterly and annual vendor evaluation process, resulting in the creation of a tiered vendor base and tailored engagement strategies based on vendor strength. This approach enhanced overall vendor management and contributed to sustained operational efficiency.

• Conducted a comprehensive evaluation of company productivity and cement quality across the East region to identify key performers. Utilized our company's product strengths to shortlist potential partners for collaboration.• Initiated one-to-one discussions with plant heads and other decision-makers to explore potential partnerships. Worked collaboratively to finalize deliverables and negotiate finance terms, ensuring alignment with both parties' objectives.• Orchestrated coordination between the in-house technical team and potential partners to design customized products, leveraging our company's unique strengths.• Managed logistical aspects of product delivery for an industrial trial run, overseeing the preconditioning process and closely monitoring key parameters during the trial run.• Analyzed trial run parameters and presented findings to the plant head, facilitating further business development strategies and refining the value proposition.• Tracked competitor movements, engaged in brand promotion activities, and fostered relationship management to enhance collaboration with selected partners.• This approach contributed to a strategic and comprehensive assessment of potential collaborators and facilitated effective business development initiatives.Achievements:• Achieved a remarkable 100% increase in sales during the first year, followed by an additional impressive 150% growth in the subsequent year.

• Developed and implemented robust distribution forecasting and planning strategies, closely aligned with sales forecasts, to ensure seamless cement dispatch in collaboration with plant operations.• Conducted thorough verification of Carrying and forwarding Agent rates and effectively managed Carrying and forwarding Agent costs, optimizing Supply Chain pathways for emerging markets through field studies and critical analysis of Supply Chain Performance (OTIFIC).• Efficiently managed warehouse space by conducting data analysis for optimized stock keeping. Implemented Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory systems and established new inventory norms, significantly enhancing warehouse operations.• Analyzed secondary freight trends and proposed optimization plans in coordination with distribution managers. Conducted in-depth analysis of rail and road transport, strategically planning logistics paths for new destinations.• Led the process mapping of Logistics, gaining a comprehensive understanding of total logistics processes. Collaborated extensively with JDE consultants and various functions to develop both As-Is and To-Be processes.• Conducted comprehensive studies to reduce clinker loading time, identifying bottlenecks and proposing alternative solutions for project approval. Implemented time and motion studies during the cement loading process to enhance rail transportation efficiency. Improved transport turnaround time, delivery lead time, and delivery frequency. Conducted similar studies for rake unloading points.Achievements:• Enhanced logistics efficiency by implementing strategic measures, resulting in a 10% reduction in Logistics Inventory Carrying Costs(ICC), optimizing overall logistics costs from 20% to 19.5%, and introducing Just-In-Time (JIT) methodology for efficient Cement Distribution in the Carrying & Forwarding Agent (CFA).

• Managed the production and quality control functions of a glass melting plant, providing leadership to a 20-member team to consistently achieve daily production targets. Evaluated operating procedures for areas of improvement and recommended actionable solutions, while championing continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.• Attend and actively engage in all training sessions, workshops, and activities provided as part of the trainee program.• Successfully complete assigned tasks, projects, and assessments within specified deadlines.