Amrish Vishnoi
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic quality leader with extensive experience at Walmart Sourcing India, driving global quality strategy and product safety compliance. Proven track record in change management and cross-functional collaboration, recognized for exceeding sustainability goals. Adept at risk assessment and fostering innovation, enhancing operational efficiency while building strong relationships across teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director – Quality (Home Division)
Walmart Sourcing India
Bangalore
04.2021 - Current
- Lead cross-country quality teams for home categories, ensuring end-to-end compliance with Walmart’s Private Brand standards.
- Supported the Global Sustainability Team for Project Gigaton, Higg Index; recognized for exceeding goals.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization through data analysis.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve inspection quality with no change in inspection quality; however, improved output by addressing issues within the factory.
- Global product risk assessments, partnered with U.S. PD and sourcing teams for aligned execution.
- Report quality KPIs to global leadership, and lead continuous improvement projects across overseas offices.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies (RFT, RFT Bulletins) to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency, i.e. BQLP.
- Conducted regular meetings with sourcing leads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas: PPL, PTP, RFT Bulletins, CCN.
- Led change management efforts to adapt to new ways of working and organizational needs.
Sr Manager – QA Department (Home, EHS, CHW)
Walmart Sourcing India
Bangalore
02.2014 - 03.2021
- Oversaw Quality team operations, ensuring KPI delivery and conducting factory assessments across 100+ vendors.
- Spearheaded the simplification of inspection, testing, and compliance protocols.
- Drove innovation projects for cost reduction and product safety enhancements.
- Managed the team by setting clear goals and objectives, delegating tasks, monitoring performance, and providing feedback to direct reports for career development.
Manager – Quality (General Merchandise)M)
Walmart Sourcing India
Bangalore
05.2009 - 01.2014
- Oversaw product testing, quality assessments, and pre-qualification audits within Home & Hardline sector.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Delivered process improvements for inspection and factory performance.
- Played a key role in updating the Walmart USA QA Manual.
MQE – Soft Home
Walmart Sourcing India
02.2007 - 04.2009
- Managed product testing, quality reviews, and pre-qualification audits across the Home & Hardline space.
- Delivered process improvements for inspection and factory performance.
- Played a key role in updating the Walmart USA QA Manual.
Sr Technician
Li & Fung (India)
10.2004 - 01.2007
Executive (Technical)
SGS India Pvt Ltd
03.2003 - 09.2004
Shift Officer
Aarti International Ltd
07.1999 - 06.2000
Education
M.Tech - Fiber Science And Technology
IIT
Delhi12-2001
B.Tech - Textile Technology
GCTI (SSJMKU)
Kanpur04-1999
Skills
- Global quality strategy
- Product safety and compliance
- Change management
- People leadership
- RFT culture
- Process innovation
- Sourcing acumen
- Sustainability champion
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Story telling
- Corporate social responsibility
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional team leadership
Awards
- Sourcing World Cup – Gold (2022)
- GS Spark Awards (2016, 2019)
- Strive for Excellence Award (3x)
- Do the Right Thing (2015)
- Sam’s Award of Excellence (2019)
- ABCD Star Associate
- Selected for US Shareholder Meet (2 out of 148 employees, 2009)
Certifications And Interests
- Mindfulness & Wellbeing Coach
- Languages: English, Hindi
- Certified in various internal Walmart Leadership and Risk courses
Key Projects And Initiatives
- Global Quality Enhancement (GM & Fashion)
- RFT Culture Building (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and China)
- PMBC – Harmony Club (Mindfulness, Pranayama, Gratitude Circles)
- Sustainability Initiatives: Project Gigaton, Higg Index, Sustainable Fibers
- FCCA & Factory Development: 100+ vendor audits across Asia
- Inspection Process Simplification & Innovation
Certification
Coursea
- Developing executive presence - July 2021
- Influencing people - University of Michigan (Coursera) - August 2021
- Leadership and emotional intelligence - ISB - May 2021
- Leading transformations: Manage change - Macquarie University, Sydney, December 2022
- Storytelling and influencing: communicate with impact - Macquarie University, Sydney, December 2022
- Mindfulness and well-being: Foundations, Rice University, August 2024
- Mindfulness and well-being: Living with balance and ease - December 2024 - Rice University
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Accomplishments
- Best employee of the year – 2006 – Li & Fung
- GP Star - Associate of the Quarter – ABCD Award - 2008
- Annual championship award for Strive for Excellence - 2009, 2012, and 2013
- Student of Walton Institute, 2010
- Associate of the month – April 2012
- Championship award for Sundown rule, self-starter, respective for individual (functional award) – Q4 2015
- Do the right thing Q4-2015
- GS Quarterly Spark award Q3 2016, Q4 2016, Q4 2019
- Sam’s award of Excellence, October 2019
- Sourcing World Cup - Gold Medal - 2022, Recognition
- Making a Difference – July 2022, Q3- FY2025
Timeline
Director – Quality (Home Division)
Walmart Sourcing India
04.2021 - Current
Sr Manager – QA Department (Home, EHS, CHW)
Walmart Sourcing India
02.2014 - 03.2021
Manager – Quality (General Merchandise)M)
Walmart Sourcing India
05.2009 - 01.2014
MQE – Soft Home
Walmart Sourcing India
02.2007 - 04.2009
Sr Technician
Li & Fung (India)
10.2004 - 01.2007
Executive (Technical)
SGS India Pvt Ltd
03.2003 - 09.2004
Shift Officer
Aarti International Ltd
07.1999 - 06.2000
M.Tech - Fiber Science And Technology
IIT
B.Tech - Textile Technology
GCTI (SSJMKU)
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