HRI is India’s fastest growing manufacturer and marketer of premium beauty products. We blend ancient Ayurveda and modern science to revamp the world of beauty and provide the best products to our customers all over the world with brands VASMOL, STREAX, FLOROZONE and many more. Over 60 years of research and innovation have been put together to offer you the best quality products that our customers can simply love and trust.

Growth Path Manager QAQC (Jan 2010 to Dec 2012) Manager QAQC North Zone & International Business (Jan 2012 – Dec 2012) Manager Corporate Quality Assurance - North Zone (From Jan 2013 to March 2022)In my current role, I am providing leadership and direction to the Quality Department to ensure high quality products are released to the customers. Lead a team of Senior Analysts, Microbiologists, Lab technicians and Quality Assurance staff to enhance… Show more Growth Path Manager QAQC (Jan 2010 to Dec 2012) Manager QAQC North Zone & International Business (Jan 2012 – Dec 2012) Manager Corporate Quality Assurance - North Zone (From Jan 2013 to March 2022)In my current role, I am providing leadership and direction to the Quality Department to ensure high quality products are released to the customers. Lead a team of Senior Analysts, Microbiologists, Lab technicians and Quality Assurance staff to enhance quality standards while minimizing rejections. I have gained insightful exposure in working with international markets and ensuring country specific quality guidelines are adhered to for export oriented products. Institutionalize quality control processes and systems to ensure cosmetics and allied products manufactured directly or through third party contracts meet FDA, GMP and internal quality standards. Implement rigorous checks to ensure raw material, intermediates, packaging components and finished products comply with regulatory and in-house requirements. Champion a safe and quality conscious environment. Propagate the adoption of new user friendly analytical methods and in-house standards for quality assurance. Liasion with regulatory authorities for smooth conduct of business. Partner with new and existing vendors to enhance their technical capability and quality management systems. Periodically audit vendors to ensure compliance to regulatory and in-house standards. Show less

Dec 2007 – Jan 2010During this tenure, I spearheaded the development of personal care, oral care, men’s grooming and feminine deo products under the private label of More. Played a stellar role in defining and implementing systems and processes for development and shelf life study to ensure developed products were cost effective yet superior to competitors in terms of performance, aesthetics, sensory and quality. Steered technology transfer from lab to pilot and then process… Show more Dec 2007 – Jan 2010During this tenure, I spearheaded the development of personal care, oral care, men’s grooming and feminine deo products under the private label of More. Played a stellar role in defining and implementing systems and processes for development and shelf life study to ensure developed products were cost effective yet superior to competitors in terms of performance, aesthetics, sensory and quality. Steered technology transfer from lab to pilot and then process standardization. Highlights:Successfully launched:-o Shaving Cream – 2 variant, 4 sku’s (Brand Name AU79).o Shave Foam – 2 variant, 2 sku’s (Brand Name AU79).o After Shave Lotion – 2 variant, 4 sku’s (Brand Name AU79).o Male deodorant – 4 variant, 4 sku’s (Brand Name AU79).o Feminine Deodorant – 4 variant, 5 sku’s (Brand Name ENRICHE).o Tooth Paste – 3 variant, 4 sku’s (Brand name Fesh-O-Dent).o Toilet Soaps – 9 variant, 1 sku each (Brand Name ENRICHE).o Transparent Glycerine Soap – 2 Variant, 2 sku’s (Brand Name ENRICHE).o Hair Care – 5 Products, 8 sku’s (Brand Name ENRICHE).o Room Freshener – 4 variant, 4 sku’s (Brand Name PARADISE). Show less

Mar 2006 – Dec 2007A group company of Hygienic Research Institute, MumbaiDuring this tenure, I played a stellar role in establishing the quality function for the organization, including establishing a fully equipped laboratory and on boarding talented manpower. Established systems and processes for in-process and on-line quality checks. Ensured raw material, packaging material and finished goods were in line with defined quality standards. Conducted GMP audits as per schedule and… Show more Mar 2006 – Dec 2007A group company of Hygienic Research Institute, MumbaiDuring this tenure, I played a stellar role in establishing the quality function for the organization, including establishing a fully equipped laboratory and on boarding talented manpower. Established systems and processes for in-process and on-line quality checks. Ensured raw material, packaging material and finished goods were in line with defined quality standards. Conducted GMP audits as per schedule and ensured audit findings were auctioned. Responsible for document management for the unit as per Drug and Cosmetic Act. Developed a pool of vendors after rigorous techno-commercial evaluation for procurement of lab equipment and accessories. My excellent relationship management skills enable me to liaison with government authorities like drug inspectors and pollution control board to garner necessary approvals. Also take a lead role in taking prompt action on consumer complaints. Highlights:- Hold the distinction of establishing a fully fledged packaging lab in one of the plants- Formulated and implemented SOPs for smooth functioning of quality department- Implemented various initiatives to add value and reduce costs. Notable among them were- Implemented few changes in packaging components thereby saving INR 30 lacs per annum.- Upgraded the effluent treatment plant resulting in elimination of evaporator. This saved the organization INR 20 lacs. Show less

Mar 2005 – Feb 2006An M/s Dabur India Limited group companyDuring this tenure, I gained insightful exposure to managing quality during manufacture of food products like ginger garlic paste, tamarind paste, tomato ketchup, pudin hara liquid and Lal dant manjan. I played a pivotal role in developing and implementing quality assurance systems and processes for incoming raw materials and packaging materials. Undertook rigorous quality checks for raw material, finished products and packaging… Show more Mar 2005 – Feb 2006An M/s Dabur India Limited group companyDuring this tenure, I gained insightful exposure to managing quality during manufacture of food products like ginger garlic paste, tamarind paste, tomato ketchup, pudin hara liquid and Lal dant manjan. I played a pivotal role in developing and implementing quality assurance systems and processes for incoming raw materials and packaging materials. Undertook rigorous quality checks for raw material, finished products and packaging material. Responsible for IPQA checks of products on the floor. I also ensured all documentation related to quality function was accurate and complete at all times. Show less

July 1994 – Feb 2005An M/s Dabur India Limited group companyI started my career with Burman Labs as a QA/QC Chemist in 1994. During my decade long career with them, I gained hands on experience in quality management in cosmetic manufacturing. I played a pivotal role in stabilization of various product launches including Dabur Red Tooth Paste, Vatika Fairness Face Pack and Vatika Anti-dandruff shampoo. I also significantly contributed in reducing total wastage of Dabur Red Tooth… Show more July 1994 – Feb 2005An M/s Dabur India Limited group companyI started my career with Burman Labs as a QA/QC Chemist in 1994. During my decade long career with them, I gained hands on experience in quality management in cosmetic manufacturing. I played a pivotal role in stabilization of various product launches including Dabur Red Tooth Paste, Vatika Fairness Face Pack and Vatika Anti-dandruff shampoo. I also significantly contributed in reducing total wastage of Dabur Red Tooth paste from 12% to 4%. Show less