As Director of Operations, I play a crucial role in overseeing all manufacturing and construction process within our organization. With strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, I am responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective Production of raw materials and goods, Project Management, and Design Management, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance

Technical consultant for a firm providing services in CAD and CGI rendering, Product Development and Design for Manufacture

• Managed a team of designers to complete projects on time and within budget, while maintaining the highest level of quality in design services.• Provided project management for interior design projects from conception through completion including scheduling, estimating costs, coordinating with vendors/suppliers, etc.• Developed proposals that meet client needs and objectives by analyzing business requirements and goals as well as understanding the customer’s environment and… Show more • Managed a team of designers to complete projects on time and within budget, while maintaining the highest level of quality in design services.• Provided project management for interior design projects from conception through completion including scheduling, estimating costs, coordinating with vendors/suppliers, etc.• Developed proposals that meet client needs and objectives by analyzing business requirements and goals as well as understanding the customer’s environment and culture.• Using PM software (Clickup) Collaborated with clients throughout the process to ensure they are involved at key decision points and understand their role in achieving desired outcomes.• Ensured adherence to company policies & procedures related to scope of work, budgets, schedules, etc., adhered to all safety regulations regarding job site conditions or equipment used during the course of performing assigned duties. Oversight of the manufacture of products, ensuring production, performance, and quality standards are consistently met.• Reviewed production reports to ensure safety, quality, financial, and delivery goals and standards are met.• Ensured a healthy and safe working environment, and compliance with regulations, through collaboration with environmental, health, and safety consultants and staff.• Assisted CEO with long-range operating goals, expansion efforts, and implementation of new and advanced technology.• Identified and shared training opportunities for staff to build and improve skills.• Organized departmental management structure and teams for optimal, efficient operations.• Worked with chief financial officer to develop operating budget.• Delivered progress and production reports to executive team members as requested.• Oversight of equipment purchase, maintenance, and layout.• Oversight of and participated in the recruitment, hiring, and training of manufacturing employees.• Creation and oversight of schedules and assignments for the division.. Show less

Chief of Operations & R&D, establishing management systems and workflow for development and production of a new brand of boutique designer furniture Designed in Italy - Manufactured in India. • By enhancing the skills of a select group we created a highly efficient team to manage over 1400 tasks simultaneously.• Designed, Engineered & Developed 77 exclusive furniture designs, sourcing & incorporating over 30 different types of materials and hardware • Kept the Brand Sunday on point… Show more Chief of Operations & R&D, establishing management systems and workflow for development and production of a new brand of boutique designer furniture Designed in Italy - Manufactured in India. • By enhancing the skills of a select group we created a highly efficient team to manage over 1400 tasks simultaneously.• Designed, Engineered & Developed 77 exclusive furniture designs, sourcing & incorporating over 30 different types of materials and hardware • Kept the Brand Sunday on point through consistent application of the Brand Vision & Mission• Worked directly with the CEO and Directors in decision-making processes for Brand mix, Brand direction and all supporting Operations required to achieve our goals• Effectively and efficiently headed all development for the Brand over 18 months, working directly with the Art Director, our Designers & Drafters, and the factory.• Enabled the expansion of 4 new outlets and the fit-out, supply chain and logistics to support them.• Created SOP’s for all stages of the Brands business; Development Marketing, Sales, Administration, QA, Supply Chain, Logistics and Installation.• Implemented a zero flaw program for pre-shipment of all items• Guided the introduction of new verticals: Soft Furnishings, Table ware, Accessories.• With the Art Director created three programs to serve all future Customer needs: a concierge service for retail clients, an Contract/Trade program for professionals, and an Outdoor Furniture Program.• Oversaw the development and implementation of an e-Commerce intelligence data program to help the Brand more efficiently target our TG• All of the above either directly or indirectly has a significant positive impact on the company profitability and extensibility.https://www.sundaydesign.in/ Show less

Responsible for all aspects of Operations establishing management systems and workflow for development and production of high-end architectural fit out. • Through introduction of Project management software, managed a small but highly efficient team to produce over $100K a month in product.• Engineered & Developed new dozens of new products and methods to expand B2B footprint• Kept the Brand focused through consistent application of the modern operational standards and methods•… Show more Responsible for all aspects of Operations establishing management systems and workflow for development and production of high-end architectural fit out. • Through introduction of Project management software, managed a small but highly efficient team to produce over $100K a month in product.• Engineered & Developed new dozens of new products and methods to expand B2B footprint• Kept the Brand focused through consistent application of the modern operational standards and methods• Worked directly with the CEO in decision-making processes for aesthetics, engineering and all supporting Operations required to achieve our goals - strategic changes that resulted in overall increase in efficiency across all operations of over 15%,• Effectively and efficiently headed all development for the Brand over a year, working directly with our team of Designers & Drafters - Expanded the capabilities of team leaders and management to allow expansion without significant increase in head-count.• Enabled the expansion of 5 major clients resulting in a 25% increase in overall orders.• Created SOP’s for all stages of business; Development Marketing, Sales, Administration, QA, Supply Chain, Logistics and Installation - On-time order fulfillment increased by over 30%• Implemented a zero flaw program for pre-shipment of all items with a reduction in defects of over 80%.• All of the above either directly or indirectly has a significant positive impact on the company profitability and extensibility. Show less

Responsible for all manufacturing operations for MamaGreen

Responsible for all operations in design, development, manufacture and export of furniture and furnishings for the 4 and 5 star hotel industry. Worked as preferred vendor for several major 5 star brands.

Managed 75+ employees designing, developing and producing high quality furniture for the Resort Hotel Industry. Expanded operations to include Atelier manufacturing facility, ironmongery, exotic materials and high end cladding. Produced such gems as Alila Hadahaa (now Park Hyatt Maldives), Constance Moofushi (Maldives) Eden Island Resorts (Seychelles), Karma Kandara (Bali) and many more.

Developed manufacturing resources for OEM with client base such as Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

A bespoke factory built from the ground up. Solely responsible for all aspects of company management. The driving force behind new development, marketing and client relations. Together with my team made PT Sustain a market presence with depth and distinct personality. Supplied over 50 projects with hierloom quality furniture that is still in service in some venue's after 20 years.

Construction Coordinator and Journeyman Propmaker working on such films as Batman, Hook, Dracula, Death Becomes Her, Falling Down, Mambo Kings, and many many more. Worked with such luminaries as Robert Zemekis, Rick Carter and Ken Jones.