Abhishek Kaundal
NPD Manager
Gandhinagar
Summary
Dedicated textile professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success,also collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
NPD Manager
Group Bayport
Gandhinagar
08.2024 - Current
- Oversaw development of more than 100 new products each year.
- Improved internal collaboration between departments such as engineering, design, manufacturing, marketing using effective communication strategies.
- Enhanced product development processes by streamlining workflows and improving communication between departments.
- Conducted market research to understand customer needs and identify potential opportunities.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth opportunities while increasing overall team productivity.
- Created product roadmaps to help guide product development processes and align with overall business goals.
- Increased customer satisfaction with product quality by implementing rigorous testing protocols and addressing issues promptly.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create compelling product messaging, leading to increased sales and market share.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for growth and refining existing processes to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained internal product knowledge database.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products, resulting in strong stakeholder satisfaction.
- Liaised with internal and external parties on procurement of new product formulations, international requirements and regulatory changes.
- Coordinated with suppliers and vendors to negotiate contracts, ensuring cost-effective sourcing for materials and components.
- Evaluated competitor offerings, gathering insights to inform future product enhancements and maintain a competitive edge.
- Improved website visibility through development and implementation of SEO strategies.
Sr. Merchant
Sunny International Limited
Panipat
11.2021 - 07.2024
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reduced operational risks by 25% while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses by 10% and increase profit 8%.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
Merchant
Jawandsons Private Limited
Ludhiana
12.2018 - 05.2021
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses by 10% and increase profit by 15%.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Assistant Merchant
Shingora Textiles Limited
Ludhiana
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Monitored replenishment of products with planning team.
- Built solid relationships with teammates and business unit leaders.
- Managed product flow on weekly and monthly basis.
- Interacted with vendors and internal colleagues to achieve departmental goals to 90%.
- Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company growth goals.
- Managed sales plan activities, promotions and product launches resulting in expanded revenues and branding.
- Kept detailed records of inventories, completed sales and customer information to enhance customer experiences.
- Maintained routine communication with over 15 clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints, and promote new offerings.
- Clarified customer requests, forwarded product information and answered questions to support sales operations.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach 100% targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Worked to develop network by identifying and pursuing new leads, attending industry events, and building rapport with clients.
- Used SAP and E.R.P. to maintain company database with essential account and sales information.
Deputy Executive
Indorama Industries limited Baddi
Baddi
07.2014 - 11.2017
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Met regularly with production team and managers to analyze problems and plan cost-effective and high-quality product delivery.
- Wrote standard operating procedures and adjusted policies to meet changing demands.
- Reviewed raw data and production trend forecasts to effectively plan operations.
- Recommended process improvements to enhance product quality.
- Directed team of 600 employees focused on producing Spandex.
- Determined best and most efficient uses of available resources, labor, and equipment.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
Education
MBA - Marketing and HR
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Final Grade: A
- Final Grade: 61%
- 6 Months Industrial Experience, Indorama Industries Limited, Completed 2017.
1 Year Computer basic Course -
07.2014 - 06.2015
Grade: A
B.Tech. - Textile Engineering
08.2010 - 06.2014
Percentage: 65%
- Head Student Representative of Textile Engineering Branch.
- Head, Textile Engineering, 2013 to 2014.
- Study of Ring Yarn Properties by varying the Machine Parameters, The process variables are "shore hardness, twist, and traveller weight in three stages i.e. low, medium and high 15 samples prepared according to Box-Behnken design. Test preformed U%, CVm, Imperfection and yarn to metal co - efficient of friction, breaking elongation of all stages. By the help of Box-Behnken design results optimization was done and best unit obtained. - Research Project
High School Diploma -
03.2009 - 03.2010
Division: First Division
10th - CBSE Board
03.2007 - 03.2008
Division: first division
Skills
Business Forecasting
Certification
Business Intelligence using Power BI- 2 Days Workshop
Accomplishments
- Achieved 98% OTD by introducing inventory system for securing deliveries.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved planning issues which led to meet KPIs.
- Successfully worked out and getting the certificate of ISO and IMS in 2015
- Participated one day National Seminar on Technical Textile
- Participation in National Athletics meets 2006
- Taekwondo state level 2004
Timeline
NPD Manager - Group Bayport
08.2024 - Current
ChatGPT & AI Hacks in MS Office
08-2023
Business Intelligence using Power BI- 2 Days Workshop
06-2023
Sr. Merchant - Sunny International Limited
11.2021 - 07.2024
Merchant - Jawandsons Private Limited
12.2018 - 05.2021
Assistant Merchant - Shingora Textiles Limited
11.2017 - 12.2018
Himachal Pradesh University - MBA, Marketing and HR
07.2015 - 06.2017
Central Computer Literacy Scheme - 1 Year Computer basic Course,
07.2014 - 06.2015
Deputy Executive - Indorama Industries limited Baddi
07.2014 - 11.2017
Jawaharlal Nehru Govt Engineering College - B.Tech., Textile Engineering
08.2010 - 06.2014
P.N.N.M Geeta Adarsh Vidyalaya - High School Diploma,
03.2009 - 03.2010
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya - 10th, CBSE Board
03.2007 - 03.2008
Industrial Visits
- SEL Manufacturing Co. Ltd. Machihiwara Rahon Road Distt. S. B. S. Nagar (Punjab) 144517 (24th June 2013 to 6th Aug 2013)
- Pioneer Embroidery Limited Vill. Kheri, Trilokpur road, Kalaamb Tehsil Nahan, Distt. Sirmaur (Himachal Pradesh) 173030 (2nd July 2012 to 30th July 2012)
Activities
- Organising Tech fest (Twask2014)
- Organising National Seminar (2014)
- Secured 3rd Position in Inter Science Quiz (2008)
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Mr. Ramesh Chand
- Date of Birth: 01/01/93
Industrial Exposure
- Marketing/Merchandising
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
In Plant Training
- Polymerisation
- Team building
- Leadership and Stress Management
- Yokagawa DCS
- Firefighting and EHS
Projects
Study of Ring Yarn Properties by varying the Machine Parameters, The process variables are 'shore hardness, twist, and traveller weight in three stages i.e. low, medium and high 15 samples prepared according to BoxBehnken design. Test preformed U%, CVm, Imperfection and yarn to metal co - efficient of friction, breaking elongation of all stages. By the help of BoxBehnken design results optimization was done and best unit obtained., 6 Months, Group Leader Erection of pilot plant, Completed erection and starting the pilot plant for the research and development purpose., 8 months, Group Leader
References
- Mr. Deepak Manuja , V.P. Sunny International Limited, deepak.manuja9@gmail.com, +919812400021
- Mr. Atul Kumar, Operational Manager, Park Industries Pvt. Ltd., atul30@gmail.com, +919876766890
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true to the best of my knowledge.
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