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Amit Kumar

Transformation Lead
Jamshedpur,Jharkhand

Summary

Strategic and Transformation leader with 15+ years of experience in the steel industry, delivering high-impact projects across capital efficiency, supply chain transformation, digital safety, and process excellence. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive cost savings, and implement agile frameworks across large-scale industrial operations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Transformation Lead (Strategic Projects)

Tata Steel
Jamshedpur
01.2022 - Current
  • Led Capital Realization (₹555 Cr YTD) by timely and safe dismantling of idle assets and automating key processes.
  • Managed end-to-end supply chain operations for steel scrap value addition, driving ₹1000 Cr+ revenue through strategic sourcing, logistics optimization, vendor alignment, and process automation.
  • Designed and executed strategic project roadmaps using Agile frameworks, delivering ₹700 Cr+ value through timely completion, stakeholder alignment, and process discipline.
  • Managed statutory and factory compliance for Tata Steel’s scrap processing and sales yard by implementing audit-driven processes and ensuring 100% adherence to regulatory timelines through proactive monitoring and corrective action planning.
  • Designed and deployed Agility 2.0 Framework with a structured stage-gate process for enterprise-wide adoption, reducing project execution time by 10% through improved governance, process standardization, and cross-functional alignment.
  • Delivered 12 Digital Safety Projects by integrating video analytics and AI-driven use cases, fostering a zero-harm culture and enhancing predictive safety capabilities across steel operations.
  • Led digital transformation initiatives including Remote Operations for mining, Integrated Supply Chain transformation, and Digital Twin projects, driving automation, operational efficiency, and process improvements across core steel functions.
  • Achieved ₹20 Cr savings via In-house Improvement initiatives including contracts and cost optimization.
  • Led quality process enhancements in Scrap Processing Yard through structured process improvements, comprehensive documentation, and implementation of regular internal audits—resulting in improved compliance, reduced quality deviations, and enhanced operational efficiency.

Transformation Lead (By-Product Division)

Tata Steel
Jamshedpur
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Identified and executed transformation initiatives during TSBSL, TSL, and TSLPL merger, delivering ₹1000 Cr+ pipeline and ₹250 Cr+ savings.
  • Spearheaded and delivered ₹1000 Cr in synergy savings across Tata Steel (TSL), Tata Steel BSL (TSBSL), and Tata Steel Long Products (TSLP) through 25+ strategic cross-functional projects, demonstrating strong leadership and value creation.
  • Core team member for SHIKHAR25 improvement program across Tata Steel Meramandali, Tata Steel Long Products, and TCIL; conducted diagnostic studies to assess savings potential and established a three-tier review structure, enabling strategic execution and operational excellence.
  • Facilitated ~45 improvement projects through ideation, planning, execution, and review, delivering ₹750 Cr+ savings in Tata Steel’s By-Product Division (FY19–22) by driving operational efficiency and strategic value realization.
  • Acted as Scrum Lead for the EAF Growth Project, overseeing planning for two new Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) plants, while driving supply chain planning, strategic sourcing, and enterprise-wide execution strategy.

Lead Developer / Manager – IT & Training

Tata Steel
Jamshedpur
01.2010 - 01.2018
  • Supported product owners in defining clear requirements for feature enhancements or new functionality requests through active participation during backlog grooming sessions.
  • Improved application performance by optimizing code, implementing caching strategies, and conducting regular profiling sessions.
  • Maintained up-to-date documentation for application architecture, design decisions, and coding standards to facilitate efficient knowledge transfer among team members.
  • Developed high-quality software solutions by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and following Agile methodologies.
  • Delivered ₹3 Cr savings via CRM digitization for Tata Steel Europe.
  • Deployed Enterprise Project Management System for 4 Business Units.
  • Improved key internal TQM system by designing user friendly systems with better UI/UX and response time.

Quality Analyst

HSBC Software Dev. Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Delivered 35-country onboarding with
  • Completed 7 onboarding and 11 functional releases ahead of schedule.

Education

PGDM (General Management) -

XLRI Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur
01.2018

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering

Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering
Pune
01.2007

Skills

Transformation Project Lead

Value Creation Project Identification

Digital Transformation

  • Supply Chain Optimization

Process Transformation

  • Cost Reduction

  • Synergy Projects

  • Factory Compliance

  • Stakeholder Engagement

Certification

Certified Scrum Master – Scrum Alliance

Timeline

Transformation Lead (Strategic Projects)

Tata Steel
01.2022 - Current

Transformation Lead (By-Product Division)

Tata Steel
01.2018 - 01.2021

Lead Developer / Manager – IT & Training

Tata Steel
01.2010 - 01.2018

Quality Analyst

HSBC Software Dev. Pvt. Ltd.
01.2007 - 01.2010

PGDM (General Management) -

XLRI Jamshedpur

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering

Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering

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