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Bengaluru, Ka, In

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Blueprinting medium to the long-term roadmap of container strategy right from design/concept building to final unit/country level deployment. Guiding a team of Packaging Technical Managers & Project Managers.Major highlights were:▶︎ Lead the design and development of end-to-end packaging solutions basis on the brand objectives and the business brief▶︎ Work closely on packaging (primary and secondary) across the entire product range to evaluate opportunities for optimizing based on evolving market and business needs▶︎ Champion packaging initiatives (vendor development, factory trials, travel tests, stability studies) with cross-functional team members, factories and vendors▶︎ Suggest transit performance of new packaging by conducting various testing procedures, establishing machinability of packaging material by packing line trials

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

While working as Lead Productivity, Packaging, my accountabilities were to administer the pipeline of packaging development projects aligned with the strategy, developing packages and package specifications (Glass, PET, Paper, Caps & Closures, IBC, Laminates, and Shipper).▶︎ Brought new ideas for a cost-effective packaging solution in Brand Change Commercialization (BCC)▶︎ Revamped strategies for packaging changes across the sourcing base for bottom-line improvement.Moreover, I provided insights and proactively identify opportunities for sustainability, quality or process improvements as well as cost savings for new and/or existing packaging outputs across all packaging categories and made sound recommendations on alternative options. In addition, I drove optimal technical and sustainable solutions, provided technical input, and executed new packaging and packaging improvements.

Bangalore

I was promoted by the corporation to spearhead product design and development, innovation of packaging materials and ensure compliance with stipulated quality standards and automation.I played a pivotal role in coaching team members towards the achievement of individual successes leading to overall delivery success.

Bengaluru Area, India

Throughout, I worked towards enhancing package quality, liaised with unit/suppliers to resolve issues related to quality, and provided technical solutions on designs, to deliver better aesthetics.Further to this, I authorized suppliers for primary/secondary packaging materials; validated the technical competence of the vendors in terms of machinery, quality, infrastructure, capacity, processes, etc. Created detailed documentation on packaging material specifications for new and existing products. Supported factories with testing SOP's of incoming raw material, specifying acceptance/rejection criteria for each material. Assisted in troubleshooting activities related to packaging materials and machines.

Ncr/Delhi

Over my tenure, I directed packaging development of all Foods, Tobacco, Mouth Freshener and so on; fostered new product packaging development, design finalisation, product functionality, appearance/ operational capability, and revamping of existing product packaging.Introduced new industry Flip Top Tube with improved functional properties which led to annual cost savings. Addressed issues with packaging material suppliers, equipment suppliers, and business unit teams.

Gujarat, India

As Sr. Manager – Packaging, my accountabilities were to drive new product development from concept to launch; with a focus on packaging design, product functionality, aesthetics & operational capability (Cosmetics, Perfumery, Pharmaceutical, and FNB Category Glass Bottles).Amplified increase in loading per container for export business through revamping of packaging. Boosted 2x volume growth through the development of new laminated packaging to protect sensitive decoration on high-end glass. Saved annual cost through the development of a local vendor of Thermo Forming Tray for Perfume Bottles. Organised Training Programs on FSMS & 5S.

Rishra, West Bengal, India

Nasik Area, India

Post Graduate Diploma, Packaging

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Crm

(e-module)

Graduate Diploma, Materials Management

Master Of Science - Ms, Atomic/Molecular Physics

National Scholarship Holder since Secondary Class

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Physics