Managed multi-million dollar innovation projects leading global projects from initiation to launch. Delivered innovative product improvements globally in cost effective manner. Subject Matter Expert (SME) in cost transformation.• Launched revolutionary odor control solution (functional fragrance), in global adult care market addressing the top consumer need. o Improved sales by 5% in Latin American Counties.o Efficacious cost neutral innovative solution.o Tested and validated with consumers in large scale study. o Protected new innovations by defining intellectual assets strategy for new asset.• Developed lightening odor control solution for consumer reluctant to use fragrances, in US,o Developed cost effective (<$1 / SU) odor less odor control by utilizing activated carbon. o Tested product performance in ORP panels and validated process in successful trials.• Led global adult care team in cost transformation by benchmarking products globally. o Identified opportunities ($15.8M) utilizing tools like End2end & DTV. o Sourced gaps of $1.5M and cost reduction up to 30% in product cost identified. o Validated cost savings by running successful consumer study globally.o Conducted trials in different global locations.o Guided cross-functional team in concept facilitation, prototyping, material development, and global technology transfer. • Drove projects for fast implementation using tools like MS-Project, IOBEYA and problem solving techniques like 5-step process, CI, Kiazan.• Bridging multicultural environment difference by translating different working styles to one platform.• Long experience in identifying, negotiating and purchasing from global vendors.• Sourced finished products from contract manufacturers with desired quality and attractive prices, saving company money.

Lead personal care global business extensive experience (400 employees). Built brands in India “Feelfresh” & “Koochees” grown to 2nd biggest brand in the category in India with 13% market share in early 2000. • Launched most advanced baby diaper product in India with revolutionary ultra thin technology using SAP and wetness indicator creating excitement in the market developing market:o Strategically defined product goals, by researching market requirements, directly interacting with customers, analyzing competition & developing market leading products. o Sourced unique designed products from third party manufactures for multiple years delivering competitive product to the market.o Developed an overseas network of suppliers providing raw-materials, finish products and spares for specific baby, adult & femcare business.o Developed business relationships converting them into profitable business opportunities.• Created revolutionary economical baby liner pads addressing the consumer need of cheaper product which could be used in cloth nappy:o Understood consumer need and modified existing product & machine to produce economical product. o With creative new product sales grew by 250% in 2 years.• Lead diaper production facilities to success (approx. 25million pcs/yr). o Optimized production planning, efficient sourcing and timely product supply and created rapid production change-over process.o Designed the raw-material min inventory model. o Achieved profitable results, by creating a focused operations team and optimizing resources, increasing efficiency.• Extensive knowledge of global supply chain. Deep knowledge of Indian export & import strategy which helps optimize import benefits of raw-materials, finish goods and exports of finished goods.• Provide strategy development and deployment through project management tools. ESI & IPM certified.• Exemplary relationship building and problem solving skills that foster vendor trust and dependability.