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Ajay Kansara

Ajay Kansara

Supply Chain Professional
Mumbai

Summary

Highly organized and self-motivated professional experienced in project management, team development and process improvement. Skilled in developing and implementing strategies to increase efficiency and performance. Passionate about driving business growth and creating positive work environment. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Associate Director - SCM (India & Philippines)

FIS Global Business Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
01.2004 - Current
  • A 100% EOU Unit and a subsidiary of Fidelity National Information Services, USA, & Philippines
  • Managed IT and Non-IT requirements for International LOB’s for India and Philippines
  • Managed IT and Non-IT requirements for Domestic PAN India ATM LOB
  • Handling Imports and other related commercial activities for effective timely deliveries of goods to meet the project deadlines
  • Laisoning with Government Organisations viz. Customs & STPI for Registrations, Reporting, Certifications, etc
  • Contract Management including drafting, negotiating alongwith User on SLA’s and liasoning with legal team for vetting
  • Liasoning with internal Risk team for Vendor Risk evaluation/approvals
  • Strategic Purchases and initiatives for improvisation of Procurement & Supply Chain function and Governance for process compliance.
  • Major Project handled –
  • Setting up efunds International India Pvt. Ltd Office at Powai, Mumbai approx. 40000 sft
  • Setting up Office of Global Recovery Services India Pvt. Ltd.(a 100% EOU & a Subsidy of Fidelity National Information Services )
  • Led teams of up to 8 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Member Administrative Staff Senior

Software Technology Parks of India (An autonomous body under Ministry of Comm & IT, Govt. of India)
Mumbai
09.1998 - 12.2003
  • This position reported to Director STPI-Maharashtra
  • Procurement of IT & Non-IT Goods & Services, acting as the member of the Purchase Committee which included purchase of all IT and Non-IT equipments, Office Supplies, Travel Requirements, Security Services, etc
  • Handling Imports and other related commercial activities
  • Laisoning with Government Organisations viz. MIDC, Customs & RBI
  • Maintenance of Accounts in Tally 5.4, Accounts finalization, Bank reconciliation, Internal & External Payments processing, Managing the Internal and External Audit and other related accounting activity
  • Budgeting, MIS reporting and Fund management
  • Handling entire EXIM activities for Western Region Unit approx 400 Companies in terms of Counseling of STP Scheme, Imports & Exports Certification, IT Registration and other related STP activities for implementation of STP scheme and MIS reporting
  • Marketing of Datacom & Value added IT Services, Billing for IT Services and STP Services
  • Member of the Interviewing panel for recruitment and other HR activity
  • General Office Administration and participating member for Managing Exhibitions, Seminars & Workshops and Logistics Management
  • Active member in Implementing and achieving ISO 9001:2000 for STPI-Mumbai
  • Key Member of EXIM Core Group and ISO Implementation Group
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Manager

Kings Ice Cream Ltd
Mumbai
06.1994 - 08.1998
  • Sole Distributors of “PASTONJI” Ice Creams, This position reports to Chairman
  • Manufacturers Billing, Maintenance of Various Excise Registers and filing of returns
  • Sales Billing, MIS Sales Reporting, Debtors Control and Monitoring
  • IT Hardware and software management
  • Developed Software for Sales Order Processing in Foxpro
  • Acting as a Personal Assistant to The Chairman
  • Handling entire Correspondence w.r.t
  • For Promotion and New business avenues
  • Import of Refrigerated equipments and marketing and sales of the same.

Education

Bachelors of Commerce -

L S Raheja College of Arts & Commerce, Mumbai University, Mumbai University
05.1992 - 05.1993

Diploma - Systems Management

Aptech Computer Education

Diploma - Management

Indira Gandhi National Open University

Internal Auditor Course conducted - undefined

ET

Diploma of practical Business - Accounts & Taxation

Swati Management & Financial Services

Masters of Business Administration - Operations

Institute of Technology & Management, Southern New Hampshire University

Completed PMP Training Program in - undefined

Completed Training of “Lead without a Title” - undefined

Timeline

Associate Director - SCM (India & Philippines) - FIS Global Business Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2004 - Current
Member Administrative Staff Senior - Software Technology Parks of India (An autonomous body under Ministry of Comm & IT, Govt. of India)
09.1998 - 12.2003
Manager - Kings Ice Cream Ltd
06.1994 - 08.1998
L S Raheja College of Arts & Commerce, Mumbai University - Bachelors of Commerce,
05.1992 - 05.1993
Aptech Computer Education - Diploma, Systems Management
Indira Gandhi National Open University - Diploma, Management
ET - Internal Auditor Course conducted,
Swati Management & Financial Services - Diploma of practical Business, Accounts & Taxation
Institute of Technology & Management, Southern New Hampshire University - Masters of Business Administration, Operations
- Completed PMP Training Program in,
- Completed Training of “Lead without a Title”,
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