Surajit Sarkar Email and Phone Number
Chief Operating Officer @ NICDC ✦ 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 & 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 ✦ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 ✦ 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 ✦ Global Markets ✦ 28+ Years in Industry Innovator & Speaker ✦Demonstrated success in fostering high-performance cultures, optimizing resource utilization, and achieving significant cost savings. Recognized industry leader with a track record of formulating and executing strategic initiatives that drive revenue growth, improve customer satisfaction, and establish competitive advantage. Renowned for building strategic partnerships, leading organizational transformations, and promoting sustainability initiatives within the logistics sector. A regular speaker at international conferences, committed to advancing industry best practices & innovations.As the Chief Operating Officer at NICDC Logistics Data Services (NLDS), I led & managed the operations, projects & growth of a joint venture between the Government of India & NEC Corporation, Japan. With more than 28 years of experience in the shipping, marine, ports, freight, & logistics sectors, I have developed & honed core competencies in business strategy and planning, profit centre operations, project & conflict management, organizational restructuring, global and strategic leadership & strategic partnerships & alliances.🚢 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞:• Shipping & Marine• Ports & Freight• Logistics & Supply Chain• IoTs• Ease of Doing Business & ITes• E-commerce Logistics• Transportation Management• Customs Brokerage and Compliance• Warehouse Management💡 Pioneering Innovation: I have pioneered innovation in the logistics & shipping sector of India through the adoption of technology both for cost reduction in the overall EXIM supply chain & building IT infrastructures across the value chain for promoting ease of doing business in the port sector & improving the LPIs of the country. I have also launched and delivered multiple projects at NLDS, such as the logistics data bank project, the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) & the port community system project, with the help of my team & partners.
Nicdc Logistics Data Services (Nlds)
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Nicdc Logistics Data Services (Nlds)Delhi, India
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Chief Operating OfficerNicdc Logistics Data Services (Nlds) Aug 2017 - PresentDelhi , Delhi , In𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔– ✔ Strategic Leadership and Operational Management: Provided visionary leadership and management to ensure robust operational controls, administrative procedures, and reporting systems, effectively driving financial strength and operational efficiency.✔ Business Development and Process Improvement: Developed and implemented comprehensive business and growth strategies, establishing key strategic partnerships to enhance market presence. Identified and managed continuous improvement initiatives across multiple facilities and regions, achieving significant quality, reliability, and cost improvements.✔ Financial Oversight and Performance Monitoring: Monitored organizational performance, implemented corrective measures, and prepared detailed performance reports, including forecasts. Supervised operations, HR, and accounting functions, managing capital investment and expenses to meet growth and profitability targets while ensuring effective recruiting, onboarding, and talent retention.✔ Project Management and Execution of Logistics Databank Project: Directed the successful execution of the Logistics Databank Project, a joint venture between the Government of India and NEC Corporation. Implemented a cloud-based logistics visualization solution that integrated information from various agencies across the supply chain, delivering detailed real-time data through a unified window and mobile application named “NLDS-LDB.”✔ Development and Implementation of Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP): Led the phased implementation of the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) under NITI Aayog’s post-COVID technology commons initiative. Successfully integrated all government logistics systems and governance gateways in the first phase, with subsequent phases aimed at streamlining documentation and compliance. -
Zonal Head North & EastSindhu Cargo Services Ltd. Aug 2016 - Aug 2017𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔– ✔ P&L and Revenue Management: Managed P&L responsibilities, driving business development and revenue growth while overseeing budgeting and costing. Implemented strategic solutions to enhance operational efficiency, resolve issues related to ICD, port, warehouse shutdowns, and insurance claims, and address material supply shortages and employee conflicts.✔ Strategic and Operational Management: Directed and coordinated operational activities across warehousing, transportation, and logistics to achieve optimal efficiency and service response. Developed and executed strategies to streamline processes, manage channels, and improve overall service quality in the EXIM sector.✔ Team and Channel Management: Led team management and channel coordination efforts, ensuring effective operations and problem resolution.✔ Enhanced team performance through strategic oversight, fostering a collaborative environment to address breakdowns and operational challenges.
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General Manager -Shipping & Logistics BusinessForbes & Company Limited Jun 2010 - Jul 2016Mumbai, Maharashtra, In𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔– ✔ Revenue and Strategic Management: Achieved 90% top-line growth and met 100% of the budgeted EBITA, expanding business potential from INR 50 CR to INR 150 CR annually. Directed business development efforts, enhancing the company's market position and revenue streams.✔ Process Improvement and Operational Efficiency: Implemented process improvements and standardization initiatives across regional operations to enhance consistency. Led the successful SAP implementation for shipping and logistics, optimizing operational efficiency and integration.✔ Team Development and Warehousing Expansion: Established warehousing as a distinct operational vertical and played a crucial role in identifying a joint venture partner to bolster global presence. Enhanced CFS business operations by integrating freight and CFS services at Nhava Sheva and Mundra, improving overall service delivery and collaboration. -
Regional Manager North IndiaNnr Global Logistics Aug 2008 - May 2010Tokyo, Chuo-Ku, Jp𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔– ✔ Client Acquisition and Business Expansion: Successfully acquired high-net-worth clients, including Metro Cash and Carry, Carrefour, and Ricoh, contributing to a business increase worth USD 1.5 million monthly. Drove business expansion by representing the international network to both Indian and global customers.✔ Operational and Network Development: Established a network transportation solution by contracting transport operators and customs clearance agents. Oversaw the operation of warehouses and managed a fleet of 300 trucks, ensuring efficient transportation and logistics management.✔ Logistics and Freight Management: Managed the consolidation of LCL shipments by sea, LTL freight by road, and air imports. Coordinated air freight operations with airway bill stocks for all major airlines, optimizing logistics processes and streamlining freight management. -
Regional ManagerAfl 2006 - 2008Mumbai, In𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔– ✔ Project Management and Client Acquisition: Acquired and managed national projects for major global clients, including HCL Infinet Ltd., Canon India, and Ericsson. Administered 35 warehouses with a total space of 400,000 units, significantly contributing to the standardization of customer service and streamlining revenue initiatives for contract logistics, increasing from INR 5 million to INR 15 million monthly.✔ Cost Optimization and Process Improvement: Delivered cost savings totaling INR 71 crore through process optimization, effective negotiations during site acquisition, and preventing pilferage. Achieved INR 20 crore in savings from process improvements, INR 1 crore through site acquisition negotiations, and INR 50 crore through procurement monitoring. -
Deputy Regional Manager North IndiaVi E Trans Pvt Ltd (A Jv Of Bpcl) Jan 2003 - Mar 2006𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔– ✔ Distribution Channels ✔ Trade/secondary/ retail schemes ✔ Business Relationship ✔ Key Account Management ✔ Channel Development ✔ Networking ✔ IT & Supply Chain Project Planning & Management✔ Route Management ✔ Operations & Strategy✔ Market Analysis
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Major Accounts ManagerGati Limited Jan 1999 - Dec 2002Hyderabad, Telangana, In
Surajit Sarkar Education Details
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Indian Institute Of Management BangaloreStrategic Management -
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, AgraDual Specialisation Of Marketing & Finance
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The University Of BurdwanEconomics (Hons)
Frequently Asked Questions about Surajit Sarkar
What company does Surajit Sarkar work for?
Surajit Sarkar works for Nicdc Logistics Data Services (Nlds)
What is Surajit Sarkar's role at the current company?
Surajit Sarkar's current role is Chief Operating Officer @ NICDC ✦ Logistics & Supply Chain ✦ Strategic Leadership ✦ Business Growth ✦ Operational Efficiency ✦ Global Markets ✦ 28+ Years in Industry Innovator & Speaker ✦.
What schools did Surajit Sarkar attend?
Surajit Sarkar attended Indian Institute Of Management Bangalore, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra, The University Of Burdwan.
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